Tue Mar 11 18:30:00 UTC 2025: ## Barcelona Cruises to Victory Over Benfica in Champions League Clash

**Barcelona, Spain** – FC Barcelona secured a commanding lead in their Champions League Round of 16 second leg tie against Benfica, winning 4-1 at the Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys on Tuesday. A dazzling display saw Raphinha bag a brace, while Lamine Yamal added another goal for the home side. Otamendi scored for Benfica, but the goal was not enough to stem the tide of Barcelona’s dominance.

A first-half goal by Raphinha, followed by strikes from Yamal and a second from Raphinha before the break, put Barcelona firmly in control. While Benfica managed to pull one back through Otamendi, a late, crucial goal from Raphinha secured a comfortable 4-1 lead going into the second half. A near miss by Lewandowski and a close attempt by Araujo added to the excitement. Benfica’s Aursnes had a goal disallowed for offside. The match saw 47,111 fans in attendance. Benfica’s António Silva received a yellow card for a foul on Raphinha. Barcelona’s comfortable lead leaves them in a strong position ahead of the second leg.

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