Raphinha celebrated his 100th match with the Barça shirt with a hat-trick /Photo: FC Barcelona Press
FC Barcelona beat Bayern Munich 4-1 this Wednesday, in a memorable night for Brazilian Raphinha in the European Champions League.
The Rio attacker scored three goals, including one in the first minute of the game, to guide the Catalans’ resounding victory at the Lluís Companys Olympic Stadium, their alternate home while the reconstruction of the Camp Nou is completed.
With the victory against the Bavarians, those led by Hansi Flick reached six points, the product of two wins and one setback in three games. They now occupy tenth place in the general table, while the Germans are in 23rd position with a trio of units.
Blaugrana domain
Barcelona was present on the scoreboard from early on. Raphinha took advantage of a pass from Fermín López and outpaced the Bayern centre-backs to go one-on-one with Manuel Neuer, whom he dribbled past and then scored to make it 1-0.
At 11′ Harry Kane scored the equalizer with a header, but his goal was invalidated by the VAR due to offside. However, at 18′ he finished a classy cross from Serge Gnabry to make it 1-1.
At 36′ the Blaugrana team once again took control of the score with a goal from Robert Lewandowski (for his former team), after another assist from young Fermín López. The first half was 3-1 thanks to Raphinha scoring for the second time, at 45+2′.
In extra time the Catalans sealed the victory with the Brazilian winger’s third goal, in the 56th minute from a pass from Lamine Yamal.
The Spanish eleven had several opportunities to extend the advantage, but finally the actions ended 4-1.
Other results
This Wednesday’s Champions League day was completed with another eight games. Brest of France and Bayer Leverkusen of Germany agreed 1-1, Atalanta of Italy and Celtic of Scotland drew goalless, while Dinamo Zagreb of Croatia beat Red Bull Salzburg of Austria 2-0.
Inter Milan from Italy beat Young Boys from Switzerland 1-0, Liverpool from England applied the same dose to RB Leipzig from Germany, Manchester City from England beat Sparta Prague from the Czech Republic 5-0, Feyenoord from the Netherlands dominated 3 -1 against Benfica from Portugal and Lille from France defeated Atlético de Madrid from Spain with the same score.
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Interview with Raphinha: Celebrating a Milestone with a Hat-Trick
Host: Welcome to our sports segment! Today, we’re joined by FC Barcelona’s star forward, Raphinha, who recently celebrated his 100th match for the club in style, scoring a stunning hat-trick against Bayern Munich. Raphinha, congratulations on your achievement!
Raphinha: Thank you! It feels incredible to reach this milestone, especially with a performance like that against such a great team.
Host: You opened the scoring just a minute into the game. What was going through your mind when you found the back of the net so early?
Raphinha: Scoring that early gave us a huge boost. I just focused on getting in the right position and making the most of Fermín’s amazing pass. It was a perfect start, and it set the tone for the rest of the match.
Host: The final score was 4-1, a convincing win. How did the team manage to dominate the match against Bayern?
Raphinha: We prepared really well. Our coach emphasized pressing high and controlling the game early on. The team worked together beautifully, and it showed on the pitch. Everyone played their part, which made my job easier.
Host: This match was played at the Lluís Companys Olympic Stadium while Camp Nou undergoes reconstruction. How has the atmosphere been at this alternate venue?
Raphinha: The fans have been amazing! It feels like home, and they support us fiercely, just as they do at Camp Nou. Their energy gives us motivation, and we want to keep making them proud.
Host: What does reaching 100 matches with Barcelona mean to you personally?
Raphinha: It’s an honor. When I joined Barcelona, I dreamed of moments like these. Each match is special, but this one—scoring a hat-trick and winning against a rival like Bayern—will stay with me forever. I just want to continue working hard and contributing to the team.
Host: What’s next for you and the team in this Champions League campaign?
Raphinha: We’ll take it game by game. We’re focused on qualifying for the next round. The goal is to keep improving, winning our matches, and hopefully, we can go all the way this season.
Host: Raphinha, thank you for your time and congratulations once again on your remarkable game. We look forward to seeing more exciting performances from you!
Raphinha: Thank you! I appreciate it. Let’s keep pushing for success!
Interview with Raphinha: Celebrating a Milestone with a Hat-Trick
Host: Welcome to our sports segment! Today, we’re excited to have FC Barcelona’s star forward, Raphinha, who recently celebrated his 100th match for the club in spectacular fashion, scoring a hat-trick against Bayern Munich. Congratulations on this fantastic achievement, Raphinha!
Raphinha: Thank you! It feels incredible to reach this milestone, especially with a performance like that against such a historically great team. It was a night to remember.
Host: You opened the scoring just one minute into the game. What was going through your mind when you secured a goal so early?
Raphinha: Scoring that early gave us a huge boost. I was just focused on getting in the right position and capitalizing on Fermín’s amazing pass. It was a perfect start, and it set the tone for the rest of the match. It felt great to give the team an early lead.
Host: The final score was 4-1, which is quite a convincing win. How were you and the team able to dominate the match against Bayern?
Raphinha: We prepared very well ahead of the game. Our coach emphasized pressing high and taking control right from the beginning. We executed our game plan perfectly, and it was a collective effort from the whole team. Everyone contributed, and that made my job easier.
Host: Your second goal came right before halftime, making it quite a significant moment. How did you feel to double your tally in such a crucial match?
Raphinha: That goal was special. It was important to go into halftime with a strong lead. I managed to connect well with Fermín again, who set me up perfectly. It was one of those moments where everything just aligns, and it feels great to contribute to the team’s success.
Host: You completed your hat-trick in the second half. Can you walk us through that goal?
Raphinha: Absolutely! It was a fantastic setup from Lamine Yamal. I saw the space and made the run, and thankfully, Lamine found me. Finishing it off felt amazing, especially in a match of such intensity.
Host: The match took place at the Lluís Companys Olympic Stadium since your home ground is under construction. How did the atmosphere compare to playing at Camp Nou?
Raphinha: The atmosphere was electric, even at the Olympic Stadium. Our fans brought incredible energy, and it felt like home. We could really sense their support, and it spurred us on throughout the match. We wanted to give them something special to celebrate.
Host: So with this victory, how do you see the team’s progress in the Champions League this season?
Raphinha: This win puts us in a good position, and we’re looking to build momentum. Each match is crucial, and we need to maintain this level of performance to advance further in the tournament. We all believe in each other and our capabilities!
Host: Thank you for your time, Raphinha! Congratulations again on your milestone and best of luck for the rest of the season!
Raphinha: Thank you! I appreciate it, and I can’t wait for what’s next!
