Newcastle United have reached the UEFA Champions League round of 16 after a 9-3 aggregate win and will face Barcelona in the knockout stage. The tie offers the English club a lucrative and high-profile clash that could boost matchday, broadcast and commercial income if they advance. Other last-16 pairings include Real Madrid vs Manchester City and Paris Saint-Germain vs Chelsea, adding further global attention to the competition.
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