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Barcelona Triumphs Over Benfica to Secure Champions League Quarter-Final Spot

Raphinha and 17-year-old Lamine Yamal shine as Barcelona advances with a 4-1 aggregate victory, dedicating the win to late club doctor Carles Miñarro.

Soccer Football - Champions League - Round of 16 - Second Leg - FC Barcelona v Benfica - Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys, Barcelona, Spain - March 11, 2025 FC Barcelona's Raphinha celebrates scoring their third goal with Lamine Yamal REUTERS/Albert Gea
Soccer Football - Champions League - Round of 16 - Second Leg - FC Barcelona v Benfica - Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys, Barcelona, Spain - March 11, 2025 FC Barcelona's Lamine Yamal in action with Benfica's Florentino REUTERS/Albert Gea
Soccer Football - Champions League - Round of 16 - Second Leg - FC Barcelona v Benfica - Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys, Barcelona, Spain - March 11, 2025 FC Barcelona's Robert Lewandowski in action with Benfica's Tomas Araujo and Benfica's Antonio Silva REUTERS/Albert Gea
Soccer Football - Champions League - Round of 16 - Second Leg - FC Barcelona v Benfica - Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys, Barcelona, Spain - March 11, 2025 FC Barcelona's Raphinha in action as Benfica's Anatoliy Trubin makes a save REUTERS/Albert Gea

Overview

  • Barcelona defeated Benfica 3-1 in the second leg of the Champions League last-16, advancing with a 4-1 aggregate score.
  • Raphinha scored twice, while Lamine Yamal became the youngest player to score and assist in the Champions League at 17 years and 241 days.
  • The victory was dedicated to club doctor Carles Miñarro, who passed away unexpectedly days before the match, with players paying tribute before kick-off.
  • Yamal's standout performance included a stunning solo goal and an assist, showcasing his immense talent on the right wing.
  • Barcelona now awaits their quarter-final opponent, set to face either Borussia Dortmund or Lille, as they aim for their first Champions League title since 2015.