Raphinha’s Heroics Propel Barcelona to Dramatic Victory Over PSG
In a dramatic Champions League quarter-final first leg, Brazil forward Raphinha showcased his brilliance by scoring twice for Barcelona, leading them to a thrilling 3-2 victory against Paris St Germain at the Parc des Princes in Paris on April 10, 2024.
Recap
Paris Saint Germain
Barcelona
| Game Statistics | ||
|---|---|---|
| 2 | Yellow cards | 4 |
| 0 | Red cards | 0 |
| 7 | Corner Kick | 5 |
| 3 | Saves | 4 |
| 6 | Shots on Goal | 7 |
| 18 | Shots | 15 |
| OFF | 4 | |
| F | 14 | |
| SH | 18 |
| 3 | OFF | |
| 8 | F | |
| 15 | SH |
Ball Possession
The match was a five-goal thriller, and Raphinha’s goals were pivotal in Barcelona’s comeback.
His performance left fans on the edge of their seats as he helped secure the narrow lead for Barcelona heading back to Spain. The final score was PSG 2-3 Barcelona.
Andreas Christensen’s late header sealed the deal for Barcelona, making it a memorable night for the Catalan club.
The clash between these European giants certainly lived up to its billing, leaving football enthusiasts eagerly awaiting the second leg.
Raphinha’s heroics will be etched in the annals of Champions League history, and fans will eagerly anticipate the return fixture at Camp Nou.
