Barcelona have won their last four Champions League matches, and if they can make it five against Borussia Dortmund, they would be in a fantastic position to finish inside the top eight of the league phase standings. They are on course to do this, having taken the lead at Signal Iduma Park.
The hosts had a goal narrowly ruled out for offside moments prior, but it is Barcelona that have struck the first blow in Dortmund. As expected, it is Raphinha that makes the difference, as he scores again in this remarkable season for him and his side.
Barcelona break the deadlock 🔐
And it's Raphinha who breaks the offside trap, and races clear to put Barca ahead in Dortmund ⚽️
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🚨🇪🇺 GOAL | Dortmund 0-1 Barcelona | Raphinha
RAPHINHA HAS GIVEN BARCELONA THE LEAD !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!pic.twitter.com/ksG7DqBIpK
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Originally, it is outstanding play from Pedri to get away from multiple Dortmund players before playing in Olmo, who slips Raphinha through. The Brazilian winger makes no mistake, which has been the case throughout the last few months.
Barcelona are now looking very good for another victory in the Champions League. It remains to be seen whether they can hold on.