Uefa Champions League

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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.
Intense work rate: Barcelona covered most distance per player in UCL Round of 16
This season, FC Barcelona have been one of the most entertaining and in-form sides in Spain and Europe, and the good work...
LISBON, PORTUGAL - MARCH 05: Pedri of FC Barcelona runs with the ball during the UEFA Champions League 2024/25 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.
‘I was cramping up’ – Barcelona midfield star reveals sacrifices made in hard-fought win over Benfica
FC Barcelona endured a very difficult night at the Estadio de la Luz in Lisbon as they faced SL Benfica in the...
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.
Jules Kounde reveals the changes Barcelona had to make after Pau Cubarsi’s expulsion
It was not an easy night as FC Barcelona returned to the UEFA Champions League after their incredible performance in the League...
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.
‘We had the same situation’ – Benfica coach optimistic despite 0-1 loss to Barcelona in UCL round of 16 first leg
The first leg of the UEFA Champions League Round of 16 tie against Benfica was quite a difficult affair for FC Barcelona...
LISBON, PORTUGAL - MARCH 05: Pedri of FC Barcelona runs with the ball during the UEFA Champions League 2024/25 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.
The numbers from Pedri’s incredible performance in Benfica 0-1 Barcelona
FC Barcelona returned to the UEFA Champions League last night after a significant break, and their return to the European competition was...
LISBON, PORTUGAL - MARCH 05: Raphinha of FC Barcelona celebrates scoring his team's first goal 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.
‘We managed to endure’… Raphinha hails his Barcelona team’s resilience after scoring against Benfica
FC Barcelona had a very difficult outing against SL Benfica last night in the first leg of the UEFA Champions League Round...
LISBON, PORTUGAL - MARCH 05: Wojciech Szczesny of FC Barcelona saves a shot from Muhammed Kerem Aktuerkoglu of SL Benfica (obscured) as Alejandro Balde of FC Barcelona looks on 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 veteran jokes he deserves half of Pedri’s MOTM award after Benfica heroics
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LISBON, PORTUGAL - MARCH 05: Wojciech Szczesny of FC Barcelona saves a shot from Muhammed Kerem Aktuerkoglu of SL Benfica (obscured) as Alejandro Balde of FC Barcelona looks on 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.
Szczesny 10, Pedri 8.5 | SL Benfica 0-1 Barcelona: Player ratings
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LISBON, PORTUGAL - JANUARY 21: Raphinha of FC Barcelona runs onto the pitch after half time during 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.
Official: Barcelona starting XI against SL Benfica | UCL
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BARCELONA, SPAIN - JANUARY 26: Pau Cubarsí of FC Barcelona looks on during the LaLiga match between FC Barcelona and Valencia CF at Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys on January 26, 2025 in Barcelona, Spain.
Pau Cubarsi reveals his childhood dream as he addresses his first press conference for Barcelona
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BELGRADE, SERBIA - NOVEMBER 6: Inigo Martinez of Barcelona in action during the UEFA Champions League 2024/25 League Phase MD4 match between FK Crvena Zvezda and FC Barcelona at Stadium Rajko Mitic on November 6, 2024 in Belgrade, Serbia.
Inigo Martinez in, €55m player out — Predicted Barcelona starting XI for UCL clash against Benfica
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SEVILLE, SPAIN - FEBRUARY 09: Hansi Flick, Head Coach of FC Barcelona, looks on prior to the LaLiga match between Sevilla FC and FC Barcelona at Estadio Ramon Sanchez Pizjuan on February 09, 2025 in Seville, Spain.
The four untouchable Barcelona stars for Hansi Flick in the Champions League this season
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LISBON, PORTUGAL - JANUARY 21: Raphinha of FC Barcelona runs onto the pitch after half time during 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.
SL Benfica vs FC Barcelona: Match preview
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LISBON, PORTUGAL - OCTOBER 23: Angel Di Maria of SL Benfica during the UEFA Champions League 2024/25 League Phase MD3 match between SL Benfica and Feyenoord at Estadio da Luz on October 23, 2024 in Lisbon, Portugal.
Barcelona handed boost as key Benfica duo ruled out of UCL tie
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BARCELONA, SPAIN - FEBRUARY 17: Gavi of FC Barcelona is shown a yellow card by Referee Mario Melero Lopez for a foul on Isi Palazon of Rayo Vallecano during the LaLiga match between FC Barcelona and Rayo Vallecano at Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys on February 17, 2025 in Barcelona, Spain.
€80m Barcelona player now a doubt for UCL clash against SL Benfica
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BARCELONA, SPAIN - FEBRUARY 25: Robert Lewandowski of FC Barcelona celebrates scoring his team's fourth 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.
Barcelona ace boasts stellar record against Benfica ahead of UCL clash – Report
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BARCELONA, SPAIN - MARCH 02: Hansi Flick, Head Coach of FC Barcelona, looks on prior to the La Liga EA match between FC Barcelona and Real Sociedad at Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys on March 02, 2025 in Barcelona, Spain.
Hansi Flick’s choices against Real Sociedad provide hints on his possible Barcelona line-up against Benfica
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SEVILLE, SPAIN - FEBRUARY 09: Hansi Flick, Head Coach of FC Barcelona, looks on prior to the LaLiga match between Sevilla FC and FC Barcelona at Estadio Ramon Sanchez Pizjuan on February 09, 2025 in Seville, Spain.
‘There’s no easy opponent’… Hansi Flick reacts to Barcelona getting SL Benfica in the UCL draw
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LISBON, PORTUGAL - JANUARY 21: Lamine Yamal of FC Barcelona challenges Alvaro Carreras of S.L Benfica during 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 cannot be afraid’… SL Benfica representative reacts to getting Barcelona in the UCL draw
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VITORIA GASTEIZ, SPAIN - FEBRUARY 3: sports director Deco of FC Barcelona during the LaLiga EA Sports match between Deportivo Alaves v FC Barcelona at the Mendizorroza Stadium on February 3, 2024 in Vitoria Gasteiz Spain.
Deco warns Barcelona after drawing against Benfica in the UCL Round of 16
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