Barry Davies a legend in the commentary box, helping paint the picture of a Faustino Asprilla masterpiece in a 3-2 win – a performance that has forever written the enigmatic Colombian into the annals of history at St James’s Park.
Twenty two years ago Newcastle United made their Champions League ‘proper’ debut – and it is one Geordies will never forget.
Three goals from Asprilla saw United see off Louis van Gaal’s Barca, containing the likes of Luis Figo, Rivaldo, Luis Enrique & more.
But can you name Kenny Dalglish’s team that night?
Here’s the United XI and subs...
17. SUB striker
CLUE: Never kicked a ball for United. | Getty Images Photo: Clive Brunskill
18. SUB striker
CLUE: A European Cup legend on Merseyside, just like his manager. | Getty Images Photo: Stu Forster
19. REVEALED! Starting XI & bench
Starting XI: Shay Given; Warren Barton, Steve Watson, Philippe Albert, John Beresford; Rob Lee, David Batty, John Barnes, Keith Gillespie; Jon Dahl Tomasson, Faustino Asprilla. Subs: Darren Peacock, Temuri Ketsbaia. Not used: Pavel Srnicek, Steve Howey, Aaron Hughes, Brian Pinas, Ian Rush. | Getty Images Photo: Stu Forster
