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Barcelona "captures" the quarterfinals, Yamal makes history
2025-03-11 21:06:17 / SPORT
Barcelona secured their place in the quarter-finals of the Champions League after a 3-1 home win over Benfica. The Catalans advanced 4-1 on aggregate thanks to a narrow win in the first leg in Portugal.
This result confirmed the impressive form of the Spaniards, who remain the only undefeated team in all competitions of Europe's five major leagues in 2025, with 14 wins and 3 draws.
Hansi Flik's team started the match in fifth gear and found the goal after 11 minutes of play. A fantastic incursion by Lamine Yamal from the right wing ended with a perfect assist for Raphinha, who made no mistake on the second attempt, leading the ball into the net.
However, Benfica did not give up and responded just two minutes later. Nicolás Otamendi jumped higher than everyone else and headed home a corner kick. With the goal, the Argentine captain became the third oldest player to score in the knockout stages of the Champions League.
Barcelona, however, did not let this temporary draw stop their dominance. Within minutes, Robert Lewandowski and Yamal had two clear chances to restore the lead, but to no avail. In the 27th minute, Lamine Yamal was rewarded. The 17-year-old scored a spectacular goal from around 20 metres, sending the ball into the far corner and sending the stadium into celebration. The goal not only restored Barcelona's lead, but also made Yamal the youngest player in history to score and assist in the same Champions League match.
Fueled by this magical moment, Flick's men sought to seal the fate of the challenge before the break and they succeeded. In the 42nd minute, Raphinha completed his personal double after a quick action by Alejandro Balde, who burst in from the left wing and provided a golden assist to the Brazilian. With a precise shot into the bottom corner, Raphinha brought the score to 3-1 and practically closed any dilemma about the fate of this encounter.
With a secure lead, Barcelona entered the second half with a calmer approach, managing the match and conserving energy for the important La Liga challenge against Atlético Madrid next weekend.
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