FC Barcelona secured a spot in the Champions League quarterfinals after a commanding 3-1 victory over Benfica in the second leg of the round of 16. The team, led by Pedri and Lamine Yamal, was superior from the start, with Raphinha delivering a standout performance, scoring a brace.
The Catalan side opened the scoring in the 10th minute thanks to a brilliant play from Lamine Yamal, who assisted Raphinha for the 1-0 lead. Although Benfica responded quickly with a header from Otamendi off a set piece, the equalizer lasted only briefly. Barcelona regained control, and in the 26th minute, Yamal scored a stunning goal, cutting inside and curling a shot into the far corner to make it 2-1.
Before halftime, Raphinha sealed the win. On a fast counterattack initiated by Balde, Raphinha finished with a precise shot into the far corner for 3-1. Despite a few attempts from Benfica in the second half, Barcelona maintained full control, with Pedri and De Jong dominating midfield.
With this result, Barcelona became the first team to reach the quarterfinals, where they will face the winner of the Borussia Dortmund vs. Lille tie.
