FC Barcelona triumphed in the UEFA Champions League round of 16, securing their quarter-final position with a resounding 7-2 victory over Newcastle at Camp Nou. This match was the second leg of their matchup, where Barcelona had previously drawn 1-1 in the first leg. Raphinha starred with two goals, alongside Robert Lewandowski, who also netted twice, contributing significantly to Barcelona's overall 8-3 aggregate win over Newcastle.

The match began with Raphinha scoring in the 6th minute, giving Barcelona an early lead. After a balanced first half where both teams exchanged goals, it was Raphinha's drawn penalty that allowed Lamine Yamal to score just before halftime, leading 3-2. This pivotal moment shifted the momentum in favor of Barcelona, who capitalized in the second half with rapid scoring from Ferran López, Lewandowski, and Raphinha, ultimately securing a comprehensive victory.

In the broader context of the tournament, Bayern Munich also advanced by defeating Atalanta 4-1, bringing their aggregate score to 10-2. Other notable advancements included Atlético Madrid, who, despite losing their second leg against Tottenham, moved forward on aggregate. Liverpool also made it to the quarter-finals with a strong home win against Galatasaray. The upcoming quarter-final matches, scheduled for early April, feature exciting clashes including PSG against Liverpool and Barcelona facing Atlético Madrid.