Updated On: 07 March, 2025 06:32 AM IST | Lisbon | AFP
“I said to the team, I’m very proud. After the 22nd minute with 10 players it was not easy, and this is a big win,” said Barcelona coach Hansi Flick

Raphinha celebrates his goal v Benfica on Wednesday. Pic/Getty Images
Raphinha helped Barcelona claim a 1-0 Champions League last-16 first leg win at Benfica on Wednesday, despite the Catalan giants playing most of the game with 10 men.
Teenage defender Pau Cubarsi was sent off midway through the first half of the tight clash in Lisbon with the score goalless. Raphinha drilled home after 61 minutes to give five-time winners Barcelona a slim advantage in next week’s return leg.