Benfica beats Barcelona in historical win (3-0)
Jorge Jesus’ team won the giant of Catalonia 3-0, adding the first victory in this group stage of the Champions League – and unprecedented also on the culées since the famous final of the so-called European Champion Clubs’ Cup, in 1961.
The reds scored after three minutes, in an individual attack by Darwin Núñez, who would score twice in the second half (79’), this in the penalty spot. Halfway through, at 69’, he scored Rafa, also enhancing his luxury display.
Jorge Jesus’ team, which in the next round of the competition will return to play at home, against Bayern (on 20 October), now has four points, while Barcelona is still at zero, as they had also been defeated. in the first round for the German team (equally by 0-3).
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— UEFA Champions League (@ChampionsLeague) September 29, 2021
