Uefa Champions League

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BARCELONA, SPAIN - JANUARY 29: Gavi of FC Barcelona looks on during the UEFA Champions League 2024/25 League Phase MD8 match between FC Barcelona and Atalanta BC at Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys on January 29, 2025 in Barcelona, Spain.
Gavi talks Pedri, his playing time, and team’s conquest for titles after Barcelona 3-1 Benfica
FC Barcelona have emerged victorious over SL Benfica in their massive UEFA Champions League clash. During this second leg of their Round...
BARCELONA, SPAIN - MARCH 11: Raphinha of FC Barcelona celebrates scoring his team's third goal with teammate Lamine Yamal during the UEFA Champions League 2024/25 UEFA Champions League 2024/25 Round of 16 Second Leg match between FC Barcelona and SL Benfica at Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys on March 11, 2025 in Barcelona, Spain.
Barcelona 3-1 Benfica: Match review
FC Barcelona triumph over SL Benfica in scintillating fashion at the Montjuic Stadium. At home, La Blaugrana end up securing a massive...
BARCELONA, SPAIN - MARCH 11: Lamine Yamal of FC Barcelona celebrates scoring his team's second goal during the UEFA Champions League 2024/25 UEFA Champions League 2024/25 Round of 16 Second Leg match between FC Barcelona and SL Benfica at Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys on March 11, 2025 in Barcelona, Spain.
Yamal 9.5, Raphinha 9.0 | Barcelona 3-1 Benfica: Player ratings
FC Barcelona manage to secure a brilliant victory against SL Benfica in the UEFA Champions League. A well-fought but relatively comfortable win...
LAS PALMAS, SPAIN - FEBRUARY 22: Ronald Araujo of FC Barcelona reacts prior to the LaLiga match between UD Las Palmas and FC Barcelona at Estadio Gran Canaria on February 22, 2025 in Las Palmas, Spain.
Barcelona captain talks late doctor Minarro and Benfica ahead of crucial UCL clash
Football is a sport filled with difficult moments, and FC Barcelona are no strangers to that. However, there is a big difference...
BARCELONA, SPAIN - DECEMBER 21: Pedri of FC Barcelona looks on after scoring his team's first goal during the LaLiga match between FC Barcelona and Atletico de Madrid at Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys on December 21, 2024 in Barcelona, Spain.
Official: Barcelona starting XI against SL Benfica | UCL
FC Barcelona are set to play against SL Benfica in the UEFA Champions League soon. While the previous game against CA Osasuna...
VILLAREAL, SPAIN - MAY 09: Nolito of RC Celta de Vigo during the La Liga Santander match between Villarreal CF and RC Celta at Estadio de la Ceramica on May 09, 2021 in Villareal, Spain. Sporting stadiums around Spain remain under strict restrictions due to the Coronavirus Pandemic as Government social distancing laws prohibit fans inside venues resulting in games being played behind closed doors.
Nolito identifies two Barcelona players that are among the very best in Europe
FC Barcelona are set to play a crucial match tonight as they face SL Benfica in the second leg of the UEFA...
LISBON, PORTUGAL - JANUARY 21: Bruno Lage, Head Coach of S.L Benfica looks on prior to the UEFA Champions League 2024/25 League Phase MD7 match between SL Benfica and FC Barcelona at Estadio do SL Benfica on January 21, 2025 in Lisbon, Portugal.
‘We could have won’… Bruno Lage highlights how Benfica can get the better of Barcelona tonight
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LISBON, PORTUGAL - MARCH 05: Raphinha of FC Barcelona battles for possession with Tomas Araujo of SL Benfica during the UEFA Champions League 2024/25 Round of 16 first Leg match between SL Benfica and FC Barcelona at Estadio da Luz on March 05, 2025 in Lisbon, Portugal.
‘He is a terrible headache’… Benfica defender says he is ready to face in-form Barcelona winger
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LISBON, PORTUGAL - MARCH 05: Hansi Flick, Head Coach of FC Barcelona, looks on from the dugout prior to the UEFA Champions League 2024/25 Round of 16 first Leg match between SL Benfica and FC Barcelona at Estadio da Luz on March 05, 2025 in Lisbon, Portugal.
Three crucial talking points as Barcelona face Benfica in UCL
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BARCELONA, SPAIN - FEBRUARY 25: Inigo Martinez of FC Barcelona celebrates scoring his team's third goal during the Copa del Rey Semi Final match between FC Barcelona and Atletico de Madrid at Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys on February 25, 2025 in Barcelona, Spain.
33-year-old Barcelona veteran will need to be extra cautious against Benfica – Report
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LAS PALMAS, SPAIN - FEBRUARY 22: Ronald Araujo of FC Barcelona reacts prior to the LaLiga match between UD Las Palmas and FC Barcelona at Estadio Gran Canaria on February 22, 2025 in Las Palmas, Spain.
€55m player in, Pau Cubarsi suspended – Predicted Barcelona starting XI for UCL clash against SL Benfica
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LISBON, PORTUGAL - MARCH 05: Hansi Flick, Head Coach of FC Barcelona, looks on from the dugout prior to the UEFA Champions League 2024/25 Round of 16 first Leg match between SL Benfica and FC Barcelona at Estadio da Luz on March 05, 2025 in Lisbon, Portugal.
Hansi Flick talks Lewandowski, Raphinha, Szczęsny, Di María, Bruno Lage, Carles Minarro ahead of Barcelona vs Benfica
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Hansi Flick, The Head Coach of FC Barcelona.
Barcelona vs SL Benfica: Match preview
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LISBON, PORTUGAL - MARCH 05: Hansi Flick, Head Coach of FC Barcelona, gestures during the UEFA Champions League 2024/25 Round of 16 first Leg match between SL Benfica and FC Barcelona at Estadio da Luz on March 05, 2025 in Lisbon, Portugal.
Starting XI for the postponed Osasuna game provides hints on how Barcelona will line-up against Benfica
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LISBON, PORTUGAL - JANUARY 21: Bruno Lage, Head Coach of S.L Benfica looks on prior to the UEFA Champions League 2024/25 League Phase MD7 match between SL Benfica and FC Barcelona at Estadio do SL Benfica on January 21, 2025 in Lisbon, Portugal.
Benfica coach hints who will start as his left-back against Barcelona with his preferred starter suspended
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LISBON, PORTUGAL - SEPTEMBER 06: Nuno Gomes - Ambassador Liga Portugal talks during Day 2 of Soccerex Europe Convention at Tagus Park on September 6, 2019 in Lisbon, Portugal.
Nuno Gomes believes Benfica still has a chance against Barcelona
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LISBON, PORTUGAL - MARCH 5: Head Coach Bruno Lage of SL Benfica with Head Coach Hans-Dieter Flick of FC Barcelona before the start of the UEFA Champions League 2024/25 Round of 16 First Leg match between SL Benfica and FC Barcelona at Estadio da Luz on March 5, 2025 in Lisbon, Portugal.
Benfica rotate heavily vs Nacional — Barcelona analyze key absences and returns for UCL clash
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LISBON, PORTUGAL - MARCH 05: Evangelos Pavlidis of SL Benfica is challenged by Pau Cubarsi of FC Barcelona which results in Match Referee Felix Zwayer (not pictured) showing a red card to Pau Cubarsi of FC Barcelona during the UEFA Champions League 2024/25 Round of 16 first Leg match between SL Benfica and FC Barcelona at Estadio da Luz on March 05, 2025 in Lisbon, Portugal.
Barcelona win over Benfica was a step in the right direction – Analysis
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LISBON, PORTUGAL - MARCH 05: Raphinha of FC Barcelona acknowledges the fans with teammates Jules Kounde, Frenkie de Jong and Lamine Yamal after the UEFA Champions League 2024/25 Round of 16 first Leg match between SL Benfica and FC Barcelona at Estadio da Luz on March 05, 2025 in Lisbon, Portugal.
Three key takeaways as Barcelona grind out 1-0 win over Benfica
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LISBON, PORTUGAL - MARCH 5: Lamine Yamal of FC Barcelona during the UEFA Champions League 2024/25 Round of 16 First Leg match between SL Benfica and FC Barcelona at Estadio da Luz on March 5, 2025 in Lisbon, Portugal.
How Hansi Flick defused €180m Barcelona star’s disappointment after subbing him off early against Benfica
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