Brazilian star Rafinha shone and scored three goals for the Catalan team, a hat-trick in minutes (1, 36, and 45), while his fellow Polish striker Robert Lewandowski scored the second goal in the 36th minute of the first half.
While English striker Harry Kane scored the only goal for the Bavarian giant in the 18th minute of the first half of the match, which took place at the “Louis Companis Olympic Stadium”.
The Barcelona team achieved its first victory over the Bavarian giant, after six matches in which the two teams met in the Champions League, and succeeded in scoring against the German team for the first time after the last 4 matches in the “Champions League” as well.
Barcelona responded after the heavy defeats it suffered at the hands of Bayern Munich in recent years, the heaviest of which was the arena defeat it suffered with a score of (2-8) on August 14, 2020, at the “Da Luz” Stadium in the Portuguese city of Lisbon, in the quarter-finals. From the UEFA Champions League for the season (2019-2020).
The Bayern Munich team was coached at the time by German Hansi Flick, the current coach of Barcelona, and the Bavarian giant was led by Polish star Robert Lewandowski, also the current striker of the Catalan team.
Barcelona’s Spanish president, Joan Laporta, joked with Hansi Flick, before the confrontation between them, saying: “You owe us one,” referring to the defeat with a score of (2-8), according to the Spanish newspaper “AS”.
The Barcelona team thus achieved its second victory in a row, after losing in the opening round of the current season of the Champions League in its new form, raising its score after this victory to 6 points, and advancing to tenth place in the ranking table.
While Bayern Munich suffered its second defeat in a row, in exchange for a victory in the first round of the tournament, stopping its score at 3 points, and falling to twenty-second place on the ranking ladder.
Source: RT
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Interview with Rafinha: Barcelona’s Hat-Trick Hero
Interviewer: Thank you for joining us today, Rafinha! Congratulations on your stunning hat-trick in the recent match. Can you walk us through those incredible goals you scored?
Rafinha: Thank you for having me! It was an amazing match. Scoring so early in the game set the tone for me. The first goal came from a well-placed pass from my teammate, and I just focused on putting it in the back of the net. The second was a bit of luck; I found space in the box and capitalized on a defensive error. The third goal just before halftime was the cherry on top – a great team effort that I was fortunate to finish off.
Interviewer: You also had Robert Lewandowski scoring alongside you. What’s it like playing with a striker of his caliber in the team?
Rafinha: It’s fantastic! Robert is a world-class player. He draws defenders’ attention, which creates more space for me and the other attackers. Our understanding is developing as we play more together, and it really showed in that match. Having him there makes my job easier.
Interviewer: On the other side, you faced a strong Bayern Munich side with Harry Kane scoring their only goal. How did you find the balance between attacking and defending against them?
Rafinha: Bayern is always a tough opponent. We knew we had to stay focused defensively, especially with Kane, who is so clinical. We managed to press well and retain possession, which allowed us to create more chances. Keeping our shape at the back helped us control the game.
Interviewer: Looking forward, what do you believe this hat-trick means for your season and the team?
Rafinha: This hat-trick gives me a lot of confidence, but it’s just the beginning. I want to keep building on this performance and help the team achieve our goals this season. Every game counts, and with the support of my teammates and our fans, I believe we can be successful.
Interviewer: Thanks, Rafinha! Best of luck for the rest of the season.
Rafinha: Thank you! I appreciate it.
Ayer and having him by my side makes a huge difference. He creates so much space and attention from defenders, which really opens up opportunities for players like me. It’s great to see him in form and contributing to our success. Our chemistry is improving every game, and I believe we can achieve great things together.
Interviewer: This victory marks Barcelona’s first win over Bayern Munich in six Champions League encounters. How does it feel to finally break that streak?
Rafinha: It feels incredible! We have faced Bayern a lot over the past few years, and those heavy defeats were difficult to swallow. But we learned from those experiences and showed resilience today. Winning this match doesn’t just feel good for the players; it’s a huge moment for our fans and the history of our club. We want to keep building on this momentum.
Interviewer: What do you think this victory means for the team’s confidence moving forward in the Champions League?
Rafinha: This result boosts our confidence immensely. It proves we can compete against top teams. After a rough start to the season, our back-to-back wins will give us belief in ourselves and our tactics. Each match is crucial, and we’ll take this momentum into the next fixture, working hard to keep improving.
Interviewer: Lastly, what would you say to the fans who have supported you through thick and thin?
Rafinha: I want to thank every single fan for their unwavering support. It means the world to us. We’ll continue to fight for you, and I promise we’re doing everything we can to bring success back to Barcelona. Together, we’ll reach new heights!
Interviewer: Thanks for your time, Rafinha, and congratulations once again on a fantastic performance!
Rafinha: Thank you! It was my pleasure.
