Hello and welcome to our live coverage of Eddie Howe's pre-match press conference ahead of Newcastle United's Champions League last 16 clash against Barcelona. The Magpies head coach will speak to the media from 4:30pm with United defender Lewis Hall then set to speak to the press from 4:45pm. Barcelona manager Hansi Flick will then speak to the press at around 5:15pm alongside one of his players before they take to the St James' Park pitch at around 6pm for an open training session in front of the media. United will play host to the Spanish champions on Tuesday evening before the second leg takes place at the Camp Nou next Wednesday. Stick with us for build-up, updates and reaction throughout the evening in the live blog below.

Source: Metro March 10, 2026 11:09 UTC