1. **Kick-off Time:** The match is scheduled to kick off at **5:45pm UK time** on Wednesday, March 18. This early evening slot is part of UEFA's staggered kick-off times for the knockout stages, ensuring fans can watch multiple games across the evening.
2. **Location:** The fixture will be held at the iconic **Spotify Camp Nou** in Barcelona, Spain. The ground reopened with a reduced capacity late last year, with the full-scale renovation expected to finish in 2027.
3. **UK TV Channel:** Live television coverage in the UK will be broadcast on **TNT Sports 2**. Unlike the first leg which was on Amazon Prime, the rights for this Wednesday fixture sit with TNT, and the coverage is scheduled to start exactly at **5pm**.
4. **Live Stream Information:** TNT subscribers can stream the match live through the **Discovery+ app**, which is currently the primary home for all of their sports content. You can access the stream on various devices including smart TVs, consoles and mobile phones, or via the Discovery+ website on your desktop browser.
5. **How to Watch in the US:** Fans in the United States can watch the match live on **Paramount+**, which holds the English-language rights for the UEFA Champions League. The game will kick off at **1:45pm ET/10:45am PT**, with pre-match coverage usually beginning an hour before the first whistle.
6. **UK Radio Coverage:** National radio commentary will be provided by **BBC Radio 5 Live**, featuring expert analysis throughout the 90 minutes. For those who prefer a black-and-white perspective, **BBC Radio Newcastle** will also provide dedicated local coverage.
7. **Barcelona Team News:** Hansi Flick’s side continues to be hampered by significant injuries to key defensive figures like **Jules Koundé** and **Andreas Christensen**, while **Frenkie de Jong** is also out for an extended period. However, they remain a massive threat in attack with **Lamine Yamal** and **Marcus Rashford**, the latter being their top scorer in Europe this season.
8. **Newcastle Team News:** Eddie Howe has received a major boost with **Anthony Gordon** and **Tino Livramento** returning to full fitness in time for the trip. The Magpies will, however, be without long-term absentees **Lewis Miley, Fabian Schar** and **Bruno Guimaraes.**
9. **Head-to-Head Record:** Historically, Barcelona hold the upper hand with four wins in their five previous Champions League meetings. Newcastle looked to be headed for victory in last week's first leg thanks to Harvey Barnes' late goal, but a 96th-minute Yamal penalty means it's **1-1** heading into the second leg of the last 16 clash.
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