Barcelona Triumph in Thrilling First Leg of Champions League Quarterfinal
Stunning Victory against Paris Saint-Germain
Match Highlights and Key Dates
In an electrifying encounter at the Parc des Princes on Wednesday, April 10, 2024, FC Barcelona emerged victorious with a thrilling 3-2 triumph over French giants Paris Saint-Germain in the first leg of their Champions League quarterfinal tie. Brazilian forward Raphinha stole the show with a brilliant brace, while Ousmane Dembélé sealed the victory with a crucial goal late in the second half.
PSG drew first blood in the 14th minute through a stunning strike from Kylian Mbappé. However, Barcelona responded with equal intensity, leveling the score just five minutes later through Raphinha's first goal. The Brazilian winger then gave Barcelona the lead in the 27th minute with another clinical finish.
The second half witnessed a more cautious approach from both teams, but Barcelona struck the decisive blow in the 78th minute. Dembélé capitalized on a defensive error from PSG to fire home the winning goal, giving Barcelona a vital advantage heading into the second leg.
Key Dates and Fixtures
The second leg of the Champions League quarterfinal between PSG and Barcelona will be played on April 17, 2024, at the Camp Nou. The remaining Champions League fixtures are as follows:- Group Stage Draw: 26 August 2023
- Knockout Round Draw: 14 December 2023
- Round of 16: February and March 2024
- Quarterfinals: April and May 2024
- Semifinals: May 2024
- Final: June 1, 2024, in Munich
The 2024 Champions League promises to be an unforgettable edition, with many more thrilling matches and unexpected twists and turns to come. Stay tuned for updates and highlights as the tournament progresses!
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