
The Champions League night of March 11, 2025, delivered thrilling matches, standout individual performances, and decisive qualifications for the quarter-finals.
FC Barcelona 3-1 Benfica (Aggregate: 4-1)
At the Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys, FC Barcelona showcased their dominance with a 3-1 victory over Benfica, securing their spot in the quarter-finals with a 4-1 aggregate score.
The star of the night was 17-year-old sensation Lamine Yamal, who became the youngest player ever to score and assist in a Champions League match. He opened the scoring with a stunning strike, followed by a brace from Raphinha. Benfica’s Nicolás Otamendi pulled one back, but it wasn’t enough to change the outcome, and the Portuguese side exits the competition.
Paris Saint-Germain 1-0 Liverpool (4-1 on Penalties, Aggregate: 1-1)
In a high-intensity clash at Anfield, Paris Saint-Germain eliminated Liverpool after a dramatic penalty shootout, thanks to an outstanding performance from goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma.
The match ended 1-0 in PSG’s favor, with Ousmane Dembélé scoring the decisive goal, leveling the aggregate score at 1-1. In the penalty shootout, Donnarumma made crucial saves against Darwin Núñez and Curtis Jones, securing a 4-1 victory and PSG’s place in the quarter-finals.
Bayern Munich 2-0 Bayer Leverkusen (Aggregate: 5-0)
Bayern Munich displayed their superiority with a commanding 2-0 win over Bayer Leverkusen, completing a dominant 5-0 aggregate victory.
Harry Kane struck first in the 52nd minute, followed by a goal from Alphonso Davies in the 71st minute. Bayern’s defense remained impenetrable throughout the match, giving Leverkusen no chance. The Bavarians now prepare for a quarter-final showdown against Inter Milan, with their sights set on reaching the final at their home stadium on May 31.
With these results, top clubs like FC Barcelona, Paris Saint-Germain, and Bayern Munich have secured their spots in the quarter-finals, setting up exciting matchups in the next stage of the competition.
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