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Howe praises 'outstanding' Newcastle after 'soft' last-gasp Barca penalty

Eddie Howe whisked away the frustration of a "soft" late equaliser to focus on what he described as an "outstanding" Newcastle United performance against Barcelona. St James' Park was rocking as the Magpies went toe-to-toe with the Catalan giants, only to be denied a first-leg advantage by a controversial late penalty that leaves the Champions League round of 16 tie on a knife-edge heading into the second leg at Camp Nou.

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Thiaw trip ruins Newcastle's night after Barnes & Hall heroics

Newcastle were forced to settle for a 1-1 draw in the first leg of their Champions League last-16 clash with Barcelona on Tuesday. Eddie Howe's side looked on course to record a famous victory when Harvey Barnes gave them the lead in the 86th minute, only for Malick Thiaw to concede a stoppage-time penalty which Lamine Yamal converted with the final kick of the game.

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Barton remanded in custody after alleged assault

Joey Barton has been remanded into custody until next month after appearing in court charged with assaulting a man near a golf club in Merseyside. The former Manchester City and Newcastle United midfielder appeared at Liverpool Magistrates’ Court alongside co-accused Gary O’Grady on Tuesday following his arrest over the weekend.

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Barton arrested after alleged golf club fight

Former Manchester City and Newcastle United midfielder Joey Barton has reportedly been arrested on suspicion of wounding following an alleged fight at a golf club. The incident in question is said to have taken place on the evening of Sunday, March 8 at a sporting facility on Merseyside. It is claimed that Barton was taken into custody by local police.

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Flick responds to Xavi claims

Barcelona manager Hansi Flick has carefully navigated the fallout from Xavi Hernandez's controversial remarks. Speaking ahead of this week's Champions League clash, the German coach refused to be drawn into a public dispute, opting instead to protect the privacy of their conversations while maintaining his team's focus amid the mounting political tension surrounding the club.

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Man Utd & Arsenal-linked Tonali 'deserves to play for big team'

Sandro Tonali has been told that he “deserves to play for a big team”, with the Newcastle midfielder reported to be attracting admiring glances from the likes of Manchester United, Arsenal and Chelsea. The Italy international has been at St James’ Park since 2023, with Giuseppe Rossi telling GOAL why big-money bids for a proven Premier League performer could be tabled during the summer transfer window of 2026.

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Howe: Barca clash is biggest in Newcastle's history

Eddie Howe has turned up the heat ahead of Newcastle United's monumental Champions League last-16 first leg against Barcelona, describing it as the "biggest game in the club’s history". Following a disappointing FA Cup exit at the hands of Manchester City, the Magpies boss is determined to ensure his squad does not dwell on domestic setbacks with the eyes of the footballing world turning to St. James' Park on Tuesday.

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📽️ | Barca stars wowed by 'Hogwarts' hotel as they arrive in England

Barcelona’s superstars have swapped the sunshine of Catalonia for the historic charm of Northumberland, and it seems they have found themselves in a wizarding wonderland. Ahead of their massive Champions League last-16 first-leg tie against Newcastle United, Hansi Flick’s squad checked into Matfen Hall, a stunning 200-year-old mansion that left the players convinced they had accidentally boarded the Hogwarts Express rather than a private jet.

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Fermin admits Barca are wary of Newcastle's 'difficult stadium'

Barcelona star Fermin Lopez has warned his team-mates to prepare for a battle as they shift their focus to a daunting Champions League trip to Newcastle's famous St James' Park stadium. The Catalan giants secured a gritty 1-0 victory over Athletic Club in La Liga on Saturday night, but the celebrations were short-lived as the squad immediately turned their attention to the looming challenge of facing Newcastle.

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Howe reveals 'best side' between Arsenal and City

Newcastle United manager Eddie Howe has hailed Manchester City as the finest team his side has encountered this season, placing them ahead of Premier League title rivals Arsenal. The Magpies were condemned to a 3-1 defeat at St James' Park on Saturday night as the Cityzens fought from behind to secure their spot in the quarter-finals of the FA Cup, marking their fourth victory over Newcastle in a gruelling campaign.

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Real Madrid scouts Newcastle star during Man City clash

Real Madrid have reportedly entered the transfer battle for Newcastle United midfielder Sandro Tonali, with the Spanish giants dispatching scouts to St James' Park on Saturday evening for what was ostensibly a reconnaissance trip to study Manchester City ahead of their upcoming Champions League showdown. However, it has emerged that the delegation was actually on a "double mission", with the Italy international featuring on their summer shortlist.

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Newcastle plot Solanke move amid Spurs crisis

Newcastle United are reportedly monitoring the situation of Tottenham striker Dominic Solanke as they prepare for a potential summer move. The Magpies are keeping a close eye on the developing situation in north London, where a once-unthinkable scenario of relegation is beginning to look increasingly plausible as a disastrous campaign has left Spurs embroiled in a battle for survival at the bottom of the Premier League table.

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Why Haaland is missing for Man City vs Newcastle

Manchester City supporters were met with a surprise on Saturday afternoon as the team sheets for their FA Cup fifth-round clash against Newcastle United were released. Absent from the matchday squad entirely was star striker Erling Haaland, raising immediate concerns over his fitness ahead of a pivotal run of fixtures for the club. The Norwegian forward has now missed two of the last three matches for the Blues.

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Man Utd point to transfers to justify season ticket price hike

Manchester United have sparked a backlash from supporters after confirming a five per cent increase in season ticket prices for the 2026-27 campaign. The move marks the fourth consecutive year that costs have risen at Old Trafford, following a decade-long freeze under previous regimes, as the club seeks to boost revenue to fuel their pursuit of domestic and European silverware.

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Cause of Casemiro's black eye revealed

Manchester United fans were left shocked on Wednesday night as Casemiro arrived at St James’ Park to face Newcastle sporting a highly visible and painful-looking battle scar. The experienced Brazilian midfielder was seen with a significant black eye and substantial swelling on his left cheek, leading to immediate and widespread questions from both supporters and the media regarding exactly how such an injury was sustained.

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Lammens admits 'really bad feeling' in Man Utd dressing room

Manchester United goalkeeper Senne Lammens has issued a scathing assessment of the team's performance in their 2-1 defeat to Newcastle United, admitting the squad had a "collective off day" at St James' Park. The loss ended Michael Carrick’s honeymoon period as interim manager, marking his first defeat since taking the reins seven weeks ago.

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Tuchel urged to snub Palmer & pick England ‘world-beater’

Thomas Tuchel has been urged to snub the likes of Cole Palmer and Phil Foden by picking “world-beater” Marcus Rashford on the left wing for England at the 2026 World Cup. Former Three Lions star Lee Sharpe has told GOAL the Manchester United academy graduate, who is currently on loan at Barcelona, possesses qualities that his rivals for an international starting berth do not have.

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'Cr*p' - Scholes deletes sarcastic anti-Carrick Instagram post

Manchester United icon Paul Scholes has sparked social media outrage after appearing to delete a sarcastic Instagram story targeting interim manager Michael Carrick. Following a 2-1 loss to 10-man Newcastle United, the former midfielder took a public swipe at his ex-team-mate's coaching credentials despite the Red Devils' recent climb to third in the Premier League.

Frequently asked questions

You can access Wembley Stadium using public transportation. You can travel to Wembley via London Underground services at either Wembley Park or Central stations.

No parking facilities are available to the public at Wembley Stadium, with fans strongly encouraged to travel to the ground via public transportation or on foot.

If neither option is viable, you can park at one of several Q-Park facilities across London or explore the additional parking options recommended by Wembley Stadium.

You should arrive well before kick-off to fully soak in a matchday experience at Wembley Stadium, with plenty to do around the ground ahead of the game.

Gates typically open to ticket holders two hours before kick-off for football fixtures, though timings will vary depending on the event. Ensure you are briefed before arrival, and give yourself plenty of time to get to Wembley Stadium.

You can book a guided tour of Wembley Stadium through the Stadium's official tours website.

Tours are offered all year round and come in multiple formats, allowing you to find the one that is right for you.

You are unlikely to be able to purchase Wembley Stadium tickets at the box office for most events on matchdays, given the high demand for fixtures, though some games may offer a select number of tickets.

While most ticket offices will typically sell a few tickets, most sales are traditionally handled online.

While most Premier League grounds have sections specifically reserved for family-friendly options, Wembley Stadium does not have a designated family-friendly area for events. 

While some sporting events will offer specific areas, others - in particular concerts - will carry age restrictions, making the need for such areas redundant.

For football matches and England games, often there is a family enclosure with cheaper tickets, typically in the upper tier.

Yes, Wembley Stadium has a roof.

This roof is retractable, which means it can cover all the seats when it's used. Whilst some of the stadium will still be open, it provides cover for every seat. 

As the biggest national stadium and home to the England football team, it holds 90,000 seats, and is the second largest stadium in Europe.