UCL: Raphinha stars as Barcelona edge PSG 3-2 in France

Barcelona edged Paris Saint-Germain 3-2 in the first leg of their Champions League quarter-final clash at the Parc des Princes.

The match began with PSG taking possession, but Barcelona’s defense held off their advances to avoid any early surprises.

However, Barcelona’s breakthrough came when Raphinha capitalized on a defensive error, slotting home from a Lewandowski cross.

PSG’s halftime adjustments proved effective, with Dembélé equalizing and Vitinha giving them the lead in the 51st minute.

Raphinha doubled his tally 11 minutes later for Barcelona, leveling the score at 2-2.

Andreas Christensen then capitalized on a defensive lapse to put the visitors ahead again.

Despite PSG’s relentless efforts, Barcelona held strong at their defense line led by Cubarsí and Araújo, to ensure they picked the victory on the road.