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Barcelona Advances to UEFA Champions League Quarterfinals with Victory over Benfica

Barcelona Advances to UEFA Champions League Quarterfinals with Victory over Benfica

Barcelona secures a place in the quarterfinals following a 3-1 win against Benfica, completing a 4-1 aggregate victory.
FC Barcelona has qualified for the quarterfinals of the UEFA Champions League after defeating Portuguese club Benfica 3-1 at the Olympic Stadium in Montjuïc. The match, part of the return leg of the Round of 16, followed Barcelona's 1-0 victory in the first leg, allowing them to advance with an aggregate score of 4-1.

In the match, Barcelona took an early lead with a goal from Raphinha in the 11th minute.

He added a second goal just before halftime in the 42nd minute.

Lamine Yamal further extended the lead with a goal in the 27th minute.

Benfica managed to respond with a goal from Nicolás Otamendi in the 13th minute, but could not close the gap.

This victory marks a significant achievement for Barcelona as they aim to compete for the prestigious title in European football.
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