Barcelona progressed to the UEFA Champions League semi-finals with a 5-3 aggregate triumph over Borussia Dortmund, despite a 3-1 loss in the second leg at Signal Iduna Park. A critical own goal by Dortmund’s Ramy Bensebaini shifted momentum, allowing Barcelona to secure their place in the next round.
Serhou Guirassy’s hat-trick for Dortmund, including an exceptional Panenka penalty, kept the excitement high. However, Barcelona capitalised on crucial errors to maintain their two-goal aggregate advantage. Under the guidance of Hansi Flick, Barcelona has reached their first semi-final since 2019, set to face either Bayern Munich or Inter Milan.
Key Takeaways:
- Barcelona overcame a second-leg setback to secure a spot in the semi-finals.
- An own goal by Dortmund’s defender was pivotal in securing Barcelona’s lead.
- Serhou Guirassy’s performance marked him as the top Champions League scorer this season.
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