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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Sport
Damian Spellman

Impressive Newcastle denied Barcelona victory after stoppage-time penalty

  • Barcelona snatched a 1-1 draw against Newcastle in their Champions League quarter-final first leg, with Lamine Yamal converting a penalty in the sixth minute of added time.
  • Harvey Barnes had given Newcastle a late lead in the 86th minute, putting them in a strong position for the return leg.
  • The decisive penalty was awarded after substitute Dani Olmo was tripped by defender Malick Thiaw.
  • The draw means Barcelona head into next week’s return leg at the Nou Camp as favourites to progress.
  • Newcastle delivered a strong performance, making life distinctly uncomfortable for the five-time Champions League winners, but were ultimately denied a victory.

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Lamine Yamal breaks Newcastle’s hearts with stoppage-time penalty

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