Ferran Torres' Late Double Secures Barcelona's Champions League Knockout Spot
Barcelona edged Borussia Dortmund 3-2 in a dramatic match, with Torres scoring twice in the final 15 minutes to seal the victory.
- Ferran Torres came off the bench in the 71st minute and scored two crucial goals, including the 85th-minute winner, to propel Barcelona to victory in Dortmund.
- Barcelona now sits in second place in the Champions League league phase with 15 points, ensuring at least a playoff berth and positioning them strongly for direct qualification to the round of 16.
- Serhou Guirassy scored both goals for Dortmund, equalizing twice, but the team was unable to respond a third time after Torres' decisive goal.
- Raphinha opened the scoring for Barcelona in the 53rd minute, capitalizing on a counterattack set up by Dani Olmo, while Lamine Yamal provided the assist for Torres' late winner.
- Dortmund, previously unbeaten at home this season, dropped to ninth place in the standings with 12 points, jeopardizing their chances of advancing.