Barcelona secured their place in the UEFA Champions League quarter-finals with a 3-1 victory over Benfica on March 11, 2025, at the Camp de Montjuïc. This win resulted in a 4-1 aggregate score in favor of Barcelona.
The match saw standout performances from Raphinha and 17-year-old Lamine Yamal. Raphinha opened the scoring in the 11th minute, and after Benfica’s Otamendi equalized two minutes later, Yamal restored Barcelona’s lead in the 27th minute. Raphinha added his second goal just before halftime.Yamal’s goal and assist made him the youngest player to achieve both in a Champions League match, at 17 years and 241 days old.
Barcelona’s manager, Hansi Flick, praised the team’s performance but emphasized the importance of focusing on upcoming challenges, acknowledging the difficulty of winning the Champions League. In LaLiga, Barcelona leads by goal difference over Real Madrid, with Atletico Madrid close behind, making it one of the tightest title races in recent years. Additionally, they have reached the Copa del Rey semi-finals and will face Atletico Madrid in the second leg after a 4-4 draw.
The team also dedicated their victory to the late club doctor Carles Miñarro, honoring his memory with their performance.
Barcelona Advances to Champions League Quarter-Finals with 3-1 Win Over Benfica
