The football scene is buzzing with young players dazzling on the pitch, leaving fans in awe of their talent. In 2024, these rising stars boast incredible market values, and Sportz Point showcases them all.
A remarkable crop of young talent continues to grace the football world in 2024, with under-21 players attracting enormous attention and high prices. In addition to being the sport's future, these up-and-coming talents are already having a big influence on their teams and the global scene.
These U21 players are not only influencing the success of their clubs but also changing the economics of contemporary football as transfer markets soar to previously unheard-of heights. Let's take a look at the players leading the list.
Unsurprisingly, the Barcelona winger tops the list, thanks to his remarkable achievements in 2024, including becoming one of the youngest players to score and win the Euros.
His contributions at club level this season have been equally outstanding. From decisive goals to maintaining relentless attacking pressure, Yamal has embraced responsibilities on the pitch that are rare for someone his age.
With the growing demand for top-quality players in his position, his market value is set to rise even further. Should Barcelona decide to part ways with him, they would undoubtedly hold a commanding position in negotiations.
Under Erik Ten Hag's leadership at Manchester United, this young Argentine has emerged as a rising star. While he lacks major silverware compared to Yamal, his impact at United has been significant, particularly when the team struggled in attack and goals were hard to come by.
The player has shown notable improvement across various facets of his game, including dribbling, shooting accuracy, and teamwork, making him an exciting talent to watch. However, I believe his valuation might be inflated—although playing for one of football’s most iconic clubs naturally amplifies his market appeal.
It’s still surprising that clubs didn’t aggressively pursue this young talent during the summer transfer window, perhaps due to lingering doubts about his potential. This season, however, he has firmly established himself as a key figure in PSG’s midfield, forming an impressive partnership with Fabian Ruiz.
Should PSG clinch the Ligue 1 title dominantly and make significant progress in the Champions League, the player is likely to attract more interest from top clubs, with his market value expected to soar.
Savinho- €101M
Football analysts have given Brazilian winger Savinho a lot of credit for his flair, and versatility. Pep Guardiola was impressed by his performance during his time with Girona, as he produced 11 goals and 10 assists in the 2023–2024 campaign and this led to Manchester City signing him in the summer of this year.
Guardiola called him "devastating in one-on-one situations" and emphasized his ability to make accurate crosses and generate a potent attacking situation
Savinho has the potential to be a prominent figure in the Premier League as well as for City if he keeps improving. He is a player to keep an eye on this season because of his explosive playstyle and room for improvement.
One of Europe's most promising young players is João Neves, a Portuguese midfielder who made a high-profile move to PSG earlier this year for an estimated €60 million (with add-ons). He is a sought-after asset because of his performances at Benfica and his innate ability to direct play.
Neves is well known for his technical abilities, which include accurate passing and deftly avoiding pressure. His pressing style demonstrates a relentless, high-intensity strategy for regaining possession.
Given his current trajectory, João Neves' market value is likely to rise as he continues to impress in one of Europe's most competitive leagues.
Atletico Madrid vs FC Barcelona Copa Del Rey 2024-25 Semi-final: Ferran Torres' lone goal helps Barcelona set a date for El-Clasico in the final
Get all the real-time updates, scores, news and free commentary of the Atletico Madrid vs FC Barcelona Copa Del Rey 2024-25 Semi-final second-leg match at Metropolitano Stadium in Madrid.
Hello, and welcome to another night of exciting football. Tonight, we have a thriller of a match on our hands. This is Koushik Biswas, who will bring you all the real-time LIVE updates, scores, and news of Atletico Madrid vs FC Barcelona Copa Del Rey 2024-25 Semi-final Second Leg tonight.
The first leg between the two Spanish giants finished at 4-4, and this second leg will surely be nothing short of that. With Real Madrid already securing their spot in the final this time, we can either have a Madrid derby or an El-Clasico in the final.
So, stay tuned as we bring you all the LIVE updates of the match along with the free commentary and images.
Enjoy the coverage.
LIVE Updates
Apr 2, 2025, 7:35 PM
Final Score
Apr 2, 2025, 9:51 PM
Final verdict!
So it will be another El Classico in the Copa Del Rey final in Sevilla. Barcelona were the better team and attacked more in the first half, resulting in a goal from Ferran Torres. They could have scored more if they had latched onto the chances created mainly by Lamine Yamal.
But atletico Madrid brought in three changes at the start of the second half, which made them attack more frequently and freely.
However, despite a few chances, they were not able to score. Jules Kounde was excellent for Barcelona, making multiple blocks in the final 15 mins of the game.
This means that Barcelona will meet Real Madrid in the Copa del Dey final and will be another step closer to their target of a treble.
Apr 2, 2025, 9:30 PM
Full time | ATM 0-1 FCB (4-5 agg)
🚨Full time: Atletico Madrid 0-1 FC Barcelona (4-5 agg.)
FC Barcelona beat Atletico Madrid by 1-0 in Madrid to reach the Copa Del Rey final.
Yellow card for Gerrad Martin. It's a free-kick for Atletico, from just outside the box.
Apr 2, 2025, 9:28 PM
90+3' | Kounde with another block
Kounde makes another block as he stops Galan's cross.
Apr 2, 2025, 9:26 PM
90+1' | Molina's misses target
Molina misses the target with a looping header.
Apr 2, 2025, 9:26 PM
4 minutes added
4 minutes have been added as injury time.
Apr 2, 2025, 9:24 PM
89' | Barcelona have not lost the ball for 3 mins
Barcelona have not lost the ball for 3 mins now. They have been there and there about on the edge of the box. But, could not make the final effort though.
Apr 2, 2025, 9:21 PM
86' | Change for Barcelona
Lamine Yamal, who does not wanna leave, is replaced by Gerrad Martin.
Apr 2, 2025, 9:20 PM
84' | Kounde with a block
Galán's left footed effort was blocked by a flying Kounde. Top-class defending.
Apr 2, 2025, 9:18 PM
83' | Chance for Barcelona
A decent chance for Barcelona there after Raphinha found Yamal with a long cross.
However, Barcelona could not take the advantage and kill the game there.
Apr 2, 2025, 9:16 PM
81' | Change for Atletico
In: Riquelme
Out: Griezmann
Apr 2, 2025, 9:15 PM
80' | Save from Szczęsny
Griezmann's cross goes straight to Szczęsny and he grabs it with both hands.
Apr 2, 2025, 9:14 PM
78' | Lenglet with a great block
Lenglet comes running from behind to block the cross from Lamine on the right. Corner for Barcelona.
Yamal with a scoop over the top for Koune to make a run and enter the box.
However, Kounde could not control the volley as it went over the goal.
Apr 2, 2025, 7:52 PM
19' | Chance missed by Torres
That was a huge missed opportunity for Ferran. Pedri found Raphinha with a cute pass. Raphinha then played a small pass to Ferran.
However, he could not take the chance after a poor first touch, and Atletico Madrid defenders had it covered.
Apr 2, 2025, 7:47 PM
15' | Lopez tries to sneak in
Fermin Lopez, who is playing in the place of injured Dani Olmo, tried to sneak in a pass from the edge of the box. However, Atletico Madrid defenders had it covered.
Apr 2, 2025, 7:45 PM
13' | Yellow card
Yellow card for Rodrigo de Paul for a foul on Raphinha. Already, two Ateltico players are on a caution.
Apr 2, 2025, 7:44 PM
12' | Yamal misses the target
A beautiful pass from Pedri and a quick cutback from Yamal before he went for a curling shot from the left.
He missed the far post by a whisker.
Apr 2, 2025, 7:43 PM
9' | Yellow card
Yellow card for Atletico Madrid head coach Simeone for descent.
Apr 2, 2025, 7:42 PM
7' | VAR check for a potential red card
A VAR check for a potential red card Azpilicueta, for a foul on Raphinha.
Starting XI: W. Szczęsny, J. Koundé, P. Cubarsí, I. Martínez, A. Balde, F. de Jong, F. López, Pedri, L. Yamal, F. Torres, Raphinha.
Subs: Iñaki Peña, Diego Kochen, Gerard Martín, Eric García, Ronald Araújo, Hector Fort, Gavi, Pablo Torre, Robert Lewandowski, Ansu Fati, Pau Víctor.
Apr 2, 2025, 7:02 PM
Lineups | Atletico de Madrid
Starting XI: J. Musso, M. Llorente, C. Azpilicueta, J. M. Giménez, R. Le Normand, R. Mandava, G. Simeone, P. Barrios, R. de Paul, J. Álvarez, A. Griezmann.
Subs: Jan Oblak, Clément Lenglet, Javi Galán, Nahuel Molina, Axel Witsel, Rodrigo Riquelme, Koke, Thomas Lemar, Conor Gallagher, Samuel Lino, Alexander Sørloth.
Apr 2, 2025, 6:18 PM
Barcelona early team news!
Pau Cubarsi and Raphinha returned to the Barcelona squad for tonight's clash.
Apr 2, 2025, 6:11 PM
Last 5 Meetings: Atletico vs Barcelona
Date
Result
Competition
16/03/2025
Atletico 2-4 Barcelona
LaLiga 2024-25
26/02/2025
Barcelona 4-4 Atletico
CDR 2024-25 Semis
21/12/2024
Barcelona 1-2 Atletico
LaLiga 2024-25
17/03/2024
Atletico 2-4 Barcelona
LaLiga 2023-24
03/12/2023
Barcelona 1-0 Atletico
LaLiga 2023-24
Apr 2, 2025, 6:10 PM
Head-to-Head Stats (All Competitions)
Matches played: 245
Atletico Madrid won: 77
Barcelona won: 111
Draws: 57
Apr 2, 2025, 4:30 PM
How to watch the match?
India:Fancode
UK:TNT Sports
Spain:RTVE Play App
Apr 2, 2025, 4:29 PM
Tonight's venue
Apr 2, 2025, 4:28 PM
Match Details
Match: Atletico Madrid vs FC Barcelona
Tournament: Copa Del Rey 2024-25 Semi-final 2, Leg 2
Football Wonderkids: Is Lamine Yamal the best 17-year-old footballer ever?
Lamine Yamal has again broke into the headlines by scoring an injury-time winner for Barcelona against Atletico Madrid last night. Is he already the best 17-year-old footballer ever?
The 17-year-old Spanish forward scored a winner for Barcelona in the second minute of injury time to hand a crucial three points to the Catalan giants.
AURA.
17 year-old Lamine Yamal doing things that only legends have done in their prime!
At the age of 17, Lamine Yamal already holds some prestigious silverware, team achievements, and personal accolades. Compared to the renowned footballers who stormed into the headlines while being at the age of 17, Lamine has been showing immense potential day in and out for FC Barcelona and Spain.
Convincingly, Lamine is frequently compared to the footballers who started to prove their potential at the young age of 17, footballers who went on to be all-time greats such as Cristiano Ronaldo, Lionel Messi, or Neymar Jr.
This article delves into the discourse of whether Lamine Yamal is the best 17-year-old footballer ever.
Lamine Yamal: Compared to the greatests of the game
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When compared to the greatests to ever grace football, Lamine Yamal possesses some outstanding numbers and accolades than Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo when they were aged 17.
According to FOX Sports, here are his stats compared to Messi and Ronaldo's by their age 17 seasons, accounting till March 17, 2025.
So, by the age 17 season, Lamine Yamal has already overtaken Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo in terms of stats and importance in the first-team squad for their respective clubs.
Lamine's international career is even more impressive, whereas Messi and Ronaldo both got their national call-ups at the age of 18. On the contrary, Lamine has already won the Euros with Spain at the age of 16, proving himself crucial for the senior Spanish national football team as well.
Here are Lamine's personal and team achievements in Club football for Barcelona so far:
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LaLiga Champion 2022-23
Supercopa De Espana Champion 2025
La Liga U23 Player of the Season 2023-24
Golden Boy 2024
Kopa Trophy 2024
IFFHS World's Best Men's Youth (U20) Player 2024
Globe Soccer Award Emerging Player 2024
Here are the personal and team achievements of Lamine for Spain:
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UEFA Euro 2024 Champion
EuroYoung Player of the Tournament 2024
UEFA Euro 2024 top assist provider 2024 (4 assists)
UEFA European Under-17 Championship top scorer 2023 (4 goals)
Along with the numbers and accolades, Lamine already holds some breathtaking records to his name, which can be felt unbelievable considering his age.
Here are the major records the Barcelona youngster is currently holding:
Record Set
Age at Time of Record
Date
Opponent
Youngest Player to Start a La Liga Game in the 21st Century
16 years and 38 days
20/08/2023
Cadiz
Youngest Player to Provide a La Liga Assist in the 21st Century
16 years and 45 days
27/08/2023
Villarreal
Youngest Debutant and Scorer for Spain
16 years and 57 days
08/09/2023
Georgia
Youngest Barcelona Debutant in the Champions League
16 years and 68 days
19/09/2023
Royal Antwerp
Youngest Champions League Starter
16 years and 83 days
04/10/2023
Porto
Youngest La Liga (and Barcelona) Goalscorer
16 years and 87 days
08/10/2023
Granada
Youngest player to score a brace in La Liga
16 years and 213 days
12/02/2024
Granada
Youngest Player to Play in El Clasico
16 years and 107 days
28/10/2023
Real Madrid
Youngest Assist Provider in the Champions League
16 years and 153 days
13/12/2023
Royal Antwerp
Youngest Player to Make 50 Appearances for Barcelona
16 years and 311 days
19/05/2024
Rayo Vallecano
Youngest Assist Provider and Goalscorer in the Euros
16 years and 339 days, 16 years and 362 days
15/06/2024 and 09/07/2024
Croatia and France
Youngest Winner Of, and Player In, a Euros Final
17 years and 1 day
14/07/2024
England
Youngest El Clasico Goalscorer
17 years and 105 days
26/10/2024
Real Madrid
Youngest player to score in Copa del Rey
16 years and 195 days
25/01/2024
Athletic Bilbao
Youngest player to score in Spanish Super Cup
16 years and 182 days
12/01/2024
Osasuna
Youngest player to score and assist in a single Champions League match
17 years 241 days
12/03/2025
Benfica
There are plenty of other achievements in different awards, and nominations that Lamine has earned by this age.
To add more context, at the age of 17, Neymar Jr. was taking Brazil by storm while playing for Santos; whereas Kylian Mbappe just emerged as a generational talent while playing for Monaco.
Conclusion
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Whenever Lamine Yamal steps onto the pitch, he definitely plays like one of the best footballers in the world. This is no longer an exaggerated claim that Yamal played a crucial role in helping Barcelona reach the Champions League quarterfinals this season.
Lamine has consistently performed at a high level for over a year now. He showcased his talent at the Euros and has made an impact all across Spain. Since February 2024, he has contributed to 45 goals for both club and country. Remember, he is only 17!
His trajectory resembles that of Lionel Messi. However, this doesn't guarantee that he will equal Messi's achievements because football careers are rarely linear and injuries can inflict challenges. Still, it isn't far-fetched to say that he has the potential to enter the club of all-time greats at the oblivion of his career.
Convincingly, Lamine Yamal has already established himself as the best 17-year-old footballer in history. Barcelona fans are seemingly very optimistic about his future and look forward to a remarkable career ahead for this young talent.
Atletico Madrid vs FC Barcelona LaLiga 2024 - 25 Highlights: Yamal's late goal gives Barcelona full points; ATM 2-4 FCB
Catch the Atletico Madrid vs FC Barcelona LaLiga 2024 - 25 highlights as a brace from Ferran Torres and an added time goal from Lamine Yamal helped Barcelona win by 4-2 and climb the top of the points table.
Hello and welcome to another live coverage of Sportz Point. Tonight we will be bringing you live updates of the Atletico Madrid vs FC Barcelona LaLiga 2024 - 25 match at Metropolitano.
this match probably holds the most important three points in this season's race for the Spanish League Championship. Barcelona Are just one point ahead of Atletico Madrid and a win for them might fix their position at the top of the La Liga table.
Meantime a win for Atletico Madrid would push them to the title race again and force Barcelona to slip down to number three in the points table with Real Madrid staying at the top after their win against Villarreal CF.
This is Koushik Biswas, with all the updates, stats, news and commentary of one of the most important matches of the season for you. Sit back and relax. Enjoy the coverage.
LIVE Updates
Mar 16, 2025, 8:06 PM
Final Score
Mar 16, 2025, 10:39 PM
Final verdict: Barcelona at the top of table
In the end, Barcelona got what they were looking for. With nearly 11 games to go for them, they climb back to the top of the table with 60 points.
They are now equal with Real Madrid but they have a far better goal difference to be at the top.
It was a perfect start for Atletico Madrid with a goal from Julian Alvarez in the first half and from Sorloth in the second half. They crowded the box and defended with the whole team but a team like Barcelona are always tough to the restricted like that.
Inigo Martinez and Pedri alongside Kounde were superb for Barcelona as they kept the team calm even after going down.
Lewandowski scored the first one for them with a cool head and Ferran Torres then came from the bench to score the equaliser.
Lamine Yamal then produced a clutch finish in the added time while Torres scored his second to put an end to the coffin.
Thank you to everyone who stayed up late for the match. I hope you enjoyed the game and the coverage. This is Koushik Biswas, saying you good night. See you in the next game.
Lamine Yamal curls one in from the left but it goes straight to the hands of Oblak.
Easy save.
Mar 16, 2025, 9:37 PM
72' | Lewandowski puts one back for Barcelona | ATM 2-1 FCB
Barcelona with a perfect reply.
Inigo Martinez with a cross. Lewandowski chest trapped the ball down and shot the ball inside the goal with a left-footed volley.
Goal No. 22 for Lewandowski in La Liga this season.
ATM 2-1 FCB
Mar 16, 2025, 9:35 PM
70' | Sorloth loves Barcelona | ATM 2-0 FCB
This is the sixth straight goal for Sorloth against FC Barcelona. Gallagher with the counterattack and cross for Sorloth to tap the ball inside the goal.
A VAR check was down to check a potential handball on De Paul before the attack.
Le Normand and Samu Lino returned to the playing XI for Diego Simeone's side.
Mar 16, 2025, 7:29 PM
Two changes for Barceclona
Pau Cubarsi returned to the starting XI after getting suspended in the Champions League first leg against Benfica. Marc Casado also returned to the midfield for Hansi Flick's team.
Mar 16, 2025, 7:17 PM
Lineups | Atletico Madrid
Starting XI: J. Oblak (c), M. Llorente, R. Le Normand, C. Lenglet, R. Mandava, G. Simeone, R. de Paul, P. Barrios, S. Lino, A. Griezmann, J. Álvarez.
Subs: Antonio Gomis, Juan Musso, José María Giménez, Nahuel Molina, Axel Witsel, César Azpilicueta, Javi Galán, Thomas Lemar, Rodrigo Riquelme, Conor Gallagher, Alexander Sørloth.
Cubarsí, Balde, R. Araujo, I. Martinez, Gavi, Ferran, Pedri, Lewandowski, Raphinha, Iñaki Peña, Pablo Torre, Fermín, M. Casadó, Pau Víctor, Lamine Yamal, Olmo, F. De Jong, Kounde, Eric, Szczęsny, Kochen, H. Fort, and Gerard Martín
Mar 16, 2025, 2:53 PM
Last 10 meetings (all competitions)
Feb 25, 2025: Barcelona 4-4 Atletico (Copa del Rey Semi-Finals) Dec 21, 2024: Barcelona 1-2 Atletico (La Liga) Apr 17, 2024: Atletico 0-3 Barcelona (La Liga) Dec 03, 2023: Barcelona 1-0 Atletico (La Liga) Apr 23, 2023: Barcelona 1-0 Atletico (La Liga) Jan 08, 2023: Atletico 0-1 Barcelona (La Liga) Feb 06, 2022: Barcelona 4-2 Atletico (La Liga) Oct 02, 2021: Atletico 2-0 Barcelona (La Liga) May 08, 2021: Barcelona 0-0 Atletico (La Liga) Nov 21, 2020: Atletico 1-0 Barcelona (La Liga)
Mar 16, 2025, 2:52 PM
ATM vs FCB: Head-to-head stats
Matches Played
Atletico Madrid Wins
Draws
Barcelona Wins
244
77
57
110
Mar 16, 2025, 11:18 AM
How to watch the match?
Football fans from India can watch the Atletico Madrid vs FC Barcelona LaLiga 2024 - 25 match LIVE on GXR App and Website. Unfortunately, there are no television streamings for the match.
Mar 16, 2025, 11:17 AM
Match Details
Match: Atletico Madrid vs FC Barcelona, LaLiga 2024 - 25
Youngest to score in a UCL Knockout game: Lamine Yamal surpass Bellingham to clinch the second place
At the age of 17 years 241 days, Lamine Yamal has become the youngest to score in a UCL Knockout game during Barcelona's 3-1 victory over Benfica in the UCL 2024-25 RO16 second leg.
The Spanish teenage sensation has become the second-ever youngest footballer to score in the UCL knockouts, surpassing the likes of current Real Madrid midfielder Jude Bellingham and Arsenal youngster Ethan Nwaneri, who also entered the list last week.
With former Barcelona forward Bojan Krkic standing atop the list, Sportz Point explores the footballers who are the youngest to score in a UCL Knockout game.
Youngest to score in a UCL Knockout game (Since 92-93)
1. 17 years 217 days: Bojan Krkić (Schalke 0-1 Barcelona, 01/04/08)
Bojan Krkic, the former FC Barcelona striker, became the youngest footballer to score in an UEFA Champions League game, during the quarter-final first leg encounter against Schalke 04 on 2 April 2008 at the Arena AufSchalke.
🔙: On this day in 2008 - Bojan Krkic scored his first Champions League goal (aged 17 years and 217 days) against Schalke 04. He was the first person born in the 1990s to score in the Champions League pic.twitter.com/3l0DvkhcIb
Barcelona fell to Manchester United in the semi-finals, as Krkic scored the lone goal in Barca's 1-0 victory against Schalke in the first, consequently winning the second leg with the same margin.
It was also the first goal for Krkic in the Champions League, scored at the age of 17 years 217 days.
Lamine has scored this goal at the age of 17 years 241 days, enlisting himself as the second-youngest on the list. He also became the youngest footballer to score and assist in the same Champions game.
3. 17 years 289 days: Jude Bellingham (Dortmund 1-2 Manchester City, 14/04/21)
On April 15th, 2021, Jude Bellingham scored the opening goal for Borussia Dortmund in the second leg of the 2020-21 UEFA Champions League quarter-final tie against Manchester City.
Although his goal could not help Dortmund go past the City hurdle, the English midfielder entered this list, scoring a UCL knockout goal at the age of 17 years 289 days.
Ethan Nwaneri has stormed into the headlines with his skillful football for Arsenalthis season, which proves to be his breakout season in European football.
The English youngster netted a goal during Arsenal's 7-1 rampage over PSV Eindhoven in the RO16 first leg face-off in UCL 2024-25. Nwaneri found the back of the net in a UCL knockout game at the age of 17 years and 348 days.
Barcelona vs Benfica UEFA Champions League 2024-25 RO16 Second Leg Highlights: Barcelona through to quarter-finals with an easy 4-1 win on aggregate
Read the Barcelona vs Benfica UEFA Champions League 2024-25 RO16 Second Leg highlights as a brace from Raphina and a world-class goal from Yamal helped Barcelona enter the quarter-finals.
Hello and welcome everyone to our LIVE coverage. Tonight, we have the second leg of the round of 16 fixtures in UEFA Champions League 2024-25.
This is Koushik Biswas, who will bring you all the Barcelona vs Benfica UEFA Champions League 2024-25 RO16 Second Leg LIVE updates, scores and news from the web desk.
Barcelona's unbeaten streak in 2025 goes to 17 games now. They have scored 56 goals in those 17 games and are now through to the quarter-final of UEFA Champions League 2024025 as well.
Flick-ball has been working brilliantly for them.
Raphinha has shown he is among the best footballers in the world at the moment and Lamine Yamal has again proved why is has been called the next Messi!
Benfica were no match for the Catalan club. Barcelona will now face either of Lyon or Borussia Dortmund in the quarter-finals.
Mar 11, 2025, 7:44 PM
Sensational!
Raphinha's game by numbers vs. Benfica:
6 dribbles
6 crosses
3 shots
2 shots on target
2 goals
2 chances created
1 assist
Mar 11, 2025, 7:39 PM
Full time | Barcelona 3-1 Benfica (4-1 agg)
Mar 11, 2025, 7:37 PM
90' | 2 minutes added
2 minutes added as injury time.
Mar 11, 2025, 7:34 PM
87' | Change for Barcelona
Eric Garcia replaces Inigo Martinez.
Mar 11, 2025, 7:33 PM
87' | Otamendi blocks a shot
Otamendi dives in desperation to block a shot from Gavi.
Mar 11, 2025, 7:33 PM
86' | Block by Kounde
Kounde blocks the header from Amdouni from a corner. Szczęsny had it covered though.
Mar 11, 2025, 7:30 PM
84' | Change for Benfica
Araujo has been replaced by Rego.
Mar 11, 2025, 7:30 PM
83' | Barcelona are cruising here!
They trap Otamendi for another offside and it looks like they are now inch closer to making it to the final eight.
Mar 11, 2025, 7:28 PM
80' | Changes for Barcelona
De Jong and Yamal have been replaced by Casado and Fermin Lopez.
Mar 11, 2025, 7:24 PM
77' | Martinez blocks a shot
Inigo Martinez has been solid and this time he blocked a shot from Dahl with a big leaping slide.
Mar 11, 2025, 7:21 PM
73' | Torres misses the target
Otamendi conceded a foul on Ferran. He took the free-kick and missed the target by a mile.
Mar 11, 2025, 7:17 PM
70' | Double change for Benfica
Belotti and Barreiro replaced Kokcu and Florentino.
Mar 11, 2025, 7:16 PM
70' | Two changes for Barcelona
Lewandowski and Dani Olmo make their way for Gavi and Ferran Torres.
Mar 11, 2025, 7:14 PM
68' | Barcelona playing like training session
It has been passes, passes and passes from the Barcelona players and it is quite looking like a training ground routine for them.
Mar 11, 2025, 7:12 PM
65' | De Jong misses the chance
Lamine Yamal with an outrageous pass with the heel of the boot and Kounde's cross from the right found an outstretched De Jong going for the goal.
But, he missed the target.
Mar 11, 2025, 7:09 PM
61' | Can Benfica make a comeback?
Mar 11, 2025, 7:06 PM
Already legendary
Mar 11, 2025, 7:05 PM
57' | Chance for Barcelona
Raphinha with another solid run on the left and he played it across for Dani Olmo to find the net.
But, the ball was too long for the Spaniard.
Mar 11, 2025, 7:04 PM
56' | Double change for Benfica
Amdouni and Sanches replace Schjelderup and Aktürkoğlu.
Mar 11, 2025, 7:01 PM
For the doc!
Mar 11, 2025, 6:59 PM
Barce bench is getting ready!
Eric García, Fermín López, Gavi, and Ferran Torres are warming up for Barcelona
Mar 11, 2025, 6:56 PM
49' | Goal but offside
Aursnes scores one for Benfica but Pavlidis was offside leading to the goal.
Mar 11, 2025, 6:55 PM
48' | Yellow card
Yellow card for Antonio Silva for a foul on Raphinha.
Mar 11, 2025, 6:52 PM
Second half starts!
No changes for either teams
Mar 11, 2025, 6:50 PM
More stat for Raphinha
Raphinha Dias has scored 11 goals in the UEFA Champions League 2024/25, the most of any Brazilian player for any club in a single season
Mar 11, 2025, 6:49 PM
What a season for Raphinha!
Only Lionel Messi (14 goals, 5 assists in 2011-12) has more Champions League goal involvements in a single season for Barcelona than Raphinha (11 goals, 5 assists)
Mar 11, 2025, 6:36 PM
Half-time | Barcelona 3-1 Benfica (4-1 agg.)
Mar 11, 2025, 6:34 PM
45' | 3 minutes added
3 minutes have been added as injury time.
Mar 11, 2025, 6:32 PM
42' | Raphinha scores | BAR 3-1 BEN (4-1 agg)
The goal has been given finally.
Balde had a great buildup, run, and pass, and Raphinha had a clinical finish.
The referee was making sure that no one was offside.
11 goals in 10 UCL games for Raphinha this season.
Barcelona 3-1 Benfica (4-1 agg).
Mar 11, 2025, 6:30 PM
43' | Yellow card
Yellow card for Otamendi for descent. He will miss the next match if they qualify.
Mar 11, 2025, 6:28 PM
41' | Trubin makes a save
Chance for Lewandowski to extend the lead from a close-range shot. However, he hit the ball straight to Trubin with power.
Trubin was able to make the save.
Mar 11, 2025, 6:26 PM
This is ART
Mar 11, 2025, 6:26 PM
39' | Pavlidis hits the woodwork
Pavlidis hit the far post but he was already offside leading to the attack.
Mar 11, 2025, 6:22 PM
35' | Benfica finding it hard to get the ball back
Barcelona have been solid holding the ball and making an enormous amount of runs in the final third.
Benfica had failed to keep the ball to themselves and win the back as well.
Mar 11, 2025, 6:20 PM
Stats by Opta
At 17 years and 241 days, Lamine Yamal has become the youngest player to both score and assist in the same Champions League game, surpassing Breel Embolo's previous record for Basel against Ludogorets Razgrad in 2014 (17 years, 263 days).
He first saved the ball from going out and then created a chance for himself to have a look at the goal and go with his left foot.
He curls it in past a diving Trubin for one of the most stunning goals you will ever see from a 17-year-old kid.
Barccelona 2-1 Benfica (3-1 agg)
Mar 11, 2025, 6:11 PM
24' | Yamal misses the target
On the left, again, Yamal found the space and the speed to make a quick entry in the final third.
But, his left-footed effort missed the goal by a whisker.
Mar 11, 2025, 6:10 PM
Nearly for Raphinha
Lewandowski's pass from the edge of the box nearly gave Raphinha to make a run inside the box.
The Brazilian was nearly one-on-one against Trubin. But, Trubin came running and was just able to grab the ball before Raphinha could do any damage.
Mar 11, 2025, 6:08 PM
Is this the best pair in the football right now?
Mar 11, 2025, 6:07 PM
19' | Chance for Lewandowski
Lamine Yamal had the chance to go for the goal. But, he decided to pass it across to Lewandowski.
However, the pass was a tad long for Lewandowski.
Mar 11, 2025, 6:01 PM
13' | Otamendi scores | BAR 1-1 BEN (2-1 agg)
What a comeback from the visitors!
Schjelderup with their first corner and Otanmeding headed the ball inside the goal for the equaliser.
Szczęsny got a hand to it. But, it was not enough to stop the goal. Otamendi is now the third-oldest scorer in a Champions League knockout game at the age of 37 years 27 days
Barcelona 1-1 Benfica (2-1 agg)
Mar 11, 2025, 6:00 PM
11' | Raphinha scores | BAR 1 (2-0) BEN 0
Wonderful play from Lamine Yamal.
He makes another entry to the box and with a side-of-the-boot pass finds Raphhinha. Raphinha precisely side-volleyed the ball inside the goal for their first goal.
Barcelona 1-0 Benfica (2-0 in agg.)
Mar 11, 2025, 5:58 PM
10' | Miss from Lewandowski
How good is Lamine Yamal!
The 17-year-old with a run on the right and then made the quick entry in the final third before giving it away to Lewandowski.
Lewandowski could not take the chance though after a poor start.
Mar 11, 2025, 5:56 PM
9' | Save from Trubin
Good save from Turbin. Balde with the left-footed shot form the close range.
But, Raphinha was already offside leading to Balde's shot.
Mar 11, 2025, 5:55 PM
8' | Interception by Inigo
Schjelderup cross from the middle was intercepted by Inigo Martinez. However, the player was already offside leading up to the cross.
Mar 11, 2025, 5:54 PM
6' | No power from Yamal
Dani Olmo's pass found Pedri with lots of space. After a run through the middle, Pedri found Yamal on the right.
But, Yamal could not find the power he was looking for and it is an easy grab for Trubin.
Mar 11, 2025, 5:52 PM
LIVE Score
Mar 11, 2025, 5:50 PM
3' | Nearly for Raphinha
Cross from the right nearly found Raphinha inside the box.
But, it was too long for him.
Mar 11, 2025, 5:49 PM
2' | Early attack from Barcelona
Barcelona's early attack gave Pedri to go for a show from outside the box.
His shot was blocked by the Benfica wall.
Mar 11, 2025, 5:47 PM
Kick-off!
Barcelona in their red and blue start the proceedings.
Mar 11, 2025, 5:46 PM
One minute of silence has been observed
Barcelona hold a moment of silence ahead of their match vs. Benfica in honor of first-team doctor Carles Miñarro García, who died on Saturday
Subs: Samuel Soares, Leandro Santos, Adrian Bajrami, Gonçalo Oliveira, Gianluca Prestianni, Nuno Félix, João Rêgo, Renato Sanches, Leandro Barreiro, Zeki Amdouni, Arthur Cabral, Andrea Belotti.
Mar 11, 2025, 5:16 PM
Lineups | Barcelona
XI: Szczęsny, Balde, R. Araujo, I. Martinez, Pedri, Lewandowski, Raphinha, Lamine Yamal, Olmo, F. De Jong, Kounde.
Subs: Gavi, Ferran, Ansu Fati, Iñaki Peña, Pablo Torre, Fermín, M. Casadó, Pau Víctor, Eric, Kochen, H. Fort, Gerard Martín.
Mar 11, 2025, 2:24 PM
Recent form | Benfica
08/03/25 – Benfica 3-0 CD Nacional (Liga Portugal Betclic)
06/03/25 – Benfica 0-1 Barcelona (UEFA Champions League)
27/02/25 – Benfica 1-0 Sporting Braga (Taça de Portugal)
22/02/25 – Benfica 3-0 Boavista (Liga Portugal Betclic)
19/02/25 – Benfica 3-3 AS Monaco (UEFA Champions League)
15/02/25 – Santa Clara 0-1 Benfica (Liga Portugal Betclic)
Mar 11, 2025, 2:23 PM
Recent form | FC Barcelona
06/03/25 – Benfica 0-1 Barcelona (UEFA Champions League)
02/03/25 – Barcelona 4-0 Real Sociedad (LaLiga)
26/02/25 – Barcelona 4-4 Atlético Madrid (Copa del Rey)
23/02/25 – Las Palmas 0-2 Barcelona (LaLiga)
18/02/25 – Barcelona 1-0 Rayo Vallecano (LaLiga)
10/02/25 – Sevilla 1-4 Barcelona (LaLiga)
Mar 11, 2025, 2:20 PM
Barcelona vs Benfica: Head-to-head in UCL
Team
Wins
Draws
Goals
Benfica
2
4
11
Barcelona
4
4
13
Mar 11, 2025, 2:11 PM
Tonight's Venue | Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys
Mar 11, 2025, 2:10 PM
How to watch the match?
The match will be streamed Live on the Sony Liv app and website with a paid subscription. Viewers can also watch the game live on TV on Sony Sports Network.
Mar 11, 2025, 2:09 PM
Match Details
Match: Benfica vs FC Barcelona - UEFA Champions League 2024-25 Round of 16, Second leg