Barcelona Triumphs in Paris with Raphinha's Double
Barcelona Advances in Champions League Quarterfinals
Raphinha's Goals Lead Blaugrana to Victory
Wednesday, April 10, 2024 (17:29 EDT): Barcelona forward Raphinha put on a dazzling performance, scoring twice to guide his team to a thrilling 3-2 triumph over Paris St Germain (PSG) in the first leg of their UEFA Champions League quarterfinal clash.
The encounter at the Parc des Princes proved to be a rollercoaster of emotions, with Barcelona delivering an impressive performance away from home. Raphinha opened the scoring for the Blaugrana in the early minutes, sending a stunning shot into the top corner. PSG equalized through Lionel Messi's penalty, but Raphinha once again put Barcelona ahead before halftime.
The second half saw PSG come out strong, with Kylian Mbappe leveling the score for the hosts. However, Barcelona remained resilient and defended valiantly to secure the valuable away win. The Catalans will head into the second leg at Camp Nou with a one-goal advantage.
Raphinha's brace highlighted Barcelona's attacking prowess and provided a glimpse of their growing confidence. The Brazilian winger has now scored six goals in this season's Champions League, becoming a vital cog in Xavi's rebuilding project at the club.
PSG, despite their disappointing result, will take heart from their spirited performance, particularly in the second half. The French giants will aim to overturn the deficit and reach the semifinals when they host Barcelona on April 17.
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