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Chelsea are the only English team to have lost their Champions League opener so far this week, but Newcastle face a mighty task when Barcelona come to town.
The Spanish champions look as formidable as ever under Hansi Flick but a few key absences may mean the Magpies have a chance in their home fortress.
Notably, Lamine Yamal misses out due to a pubic injury, meaning Marcus Rashford could return to England and haunt the Toon.
In a boost for the hosts, Anthony Gordon is available, with his red card not carrying over into European competitions.
Read on to see how both line-up for the match on Tyneside.
Eddie Howe may not have Yoane Wissa available yet, but there is still plenty of attacking power available.
As usual, Nick Pope is in goal for the hosts, and will be relying on a back four of Kieran Trippier, Fabian Schar, Dan Burn and Tino Livramento.
