- Yamal in sensational form against Benfica
- Assisted & scored in the last-16 tie
- Set UCL record with his two goal contributions
AFPWATCH: Lamine Yamal provides ridiculous assist for Raphinha before scoring stunner of his own as Barcelona march towards Champions League quarter-finals
WHAT HAPPENED?
Facing Benfica in the second leg of their last-16 clash, Yamal's skill and composure were on full display, leaving defenders struggling to contain his relentless attacking presence. During the first goal on the night, the teenager glided past two defenders effortlessly before setting up Raphinha with a dinked slice, and he simply tapped into an open net.
THE BIGGER PICTURE
Moments after setting up Raphinha, Yamal added his own name to the scoresheet in extraordinary fashion. Collecting the ball near the corner flag on the right flank, he showcased remarkable dribbling skills, effortlessly skipping past two Benfica defenders. With space opening up, he unleashed a stunning curling effort from the edge of the box, sending the ball beyond the goalkeeper and into the net.
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DID YOU KNOW
Yamal's goal not only restored Barcelona’s lead at 2-1, but also cemented his place in Champions League history. At just 17 years and 241 days old, he became the youngest player ever to both score and assist in the same match in the competition - an achievement that underscores his immense potential.
AFPWHAT NEXT FOR BARCELONA?
Barcelona entered the match with a 1-0 advantage from the first leg in Lisbon, and Yamal’s contributions put them firmly on course to complete the job at the Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys. A few minutes before half-time, Raphinha scored his second of the night to put the hosts 4-1 ahead on aggregate, which should seal their place in the quarter-finals.
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