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Barcelona's Flick Set to Coach Amid Ban Controversy

9/12/2025

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Barcelona's manager Hansi Flick will coach the Champions League match against Newcastle on September 18, 2025, following a partial lifting of his one-match ban by UEFA.
Flick and assistant Marcus Sorg faced punishment for their conduct during last season's semi-final against Inter Milan.
The club's successful appeal leaves both coaches on probation for one year, risking further sanctions for future violations.
Barcelona will cover the appeal costs and seeks to improve after a disappointing previous season.
Newcastle will be without midfielder Jacob Ramsey due to an ankle injury, and new signing Yoane Wissa is also doubtful.

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Barcelona's manager Hansi Flick will coach the Champions League match against Newcastle on September 18, 2025, following a partial lifting of his one-match ban by UEFA.
Flick and assistant Marcus Sorg faced punishment for their conduct during last season's semi-final against Inter Milan.
The club's successful appeal leaves both coaches on probation for one year, risking further sanctions for future violations.
Barcelona will cover the appeal costs and seeks to improve after a disappointing previous season.
Newcastle will be without midfielder Jacob Ramsey due to an ankle injury, and new signing Yoane Wissa is also doubtful.