Barcelona defeated Newcastle from England 2-1 in its Champions League debut.

Hansi Flick’s team delivered an outstanding performance, with Marcus Rashford as the star player.

The former Manchester United forward scored the goals that gave Barça the win.During the opening minutes, the Magpies pressed the Catalan team’s build-up and made things difficult at several points.

However, the story was different in the second half, because Barça adjusted its pieces and completely took control of the game.

| Getty ImagesThere were two blows: a header from Rashford, after a precise cross from Koundé… and, 10 minutes later, he extended the lead with a shot from outside the box.

It was an unstoppable shot for Pope.The team led by Eddie Howe pulled one back in stoppage time with a goal from Gordon… but there wasn’t time for more.

It was a win for Barça, which came into this match with many questions due to the injuries affecting its squad.Concern on the Barça benchAlarms went off for Hansi Flick’s coaching staff when Pau Cubarsí felt discomfort and asked to be substituted.

The young defender tried to continue, but ultimately ended up leaving the field.

As if that weren’t enough, a few minutes later, Ronald Araújo requested assistance.

However, fortunately for Flick, he was able to finish the match.After the victory, the center-back said: “I had cramps at the end of the match…

and Cubarsí had a knee problem…

the team made a great effort and we won.”What’s wrong with Cubarsí?Although it’s still too early to determine the severity of the injury…

the first reports indicate that Cubarsí is experiencing discomfort in the patellar tendon of his left knee.

For now, he shouldn’t miss the match next Sunday against Getafe.| Getty Images Meanwhile, Flick will have to rebuild the squad and decide on the best strategy for what’s ahead.

Despite this turbulent start, Barça keeps racking up victories while awaiting the return of its injured players.This list includes: Lamine Yamal, Gavi, and Alejandro Baldé.

Marc-André Ter Stegen should also be mentioned, as he’s still out of the first team after back surgery.