Match Highlights
Barcelona showcased their formidable form on November 6, 2024, with a convincing 5-2 victory over Red Star Belgrade in the UEFA Champions League. Robert Lewandowski shone brightly, netting two goals and leading his team to a decisive win that solidifies their position in the tournament.
Early Goals Set the Tone
The match began energetically, with Inigo Martinez opening the scoring for Barcelona in the 13th minute. He headed in a well-placed free-kick from Raphinha. Red Star responded swiftly, equalizing through Silas, who capitalized on a lapse in Barcelona’s defensive line in the 27th minute. However, the hosts regained control just before halftime when Lewandowski slotted home a rebound from Raphinha’s shot in the 43rd minute.
Lewandowski’s Brilliance
Lewandowski continued to shine in the second half, scoring again in the 53rd minute after a precise cross from Jules Kounde. Kounde was instrumental throughout the match, providing assists for both Raphinha and Fermin Lopez, who added the fifth goal in the 76th minute. Although Milson pulled one back for Red Star in the 84th minute, it was too late to change the outcome. This victory elevates Barcelona to sixth in the Champions League standings with nine points.
Arsenal and PSG Suffer Setbacks
Inter Milan Edges Arsenal
In another high-stakes match, Inter Milan narrowly defeated Arsenal 1-0. Hakan Calhanoglu maintained his perfect penalty record, converting a spot-kick just before halftime after a controversial handball by Mikel Merino. Despite Arsenal’s attempts to rally in the second half, including two close chances, they were unable to find the back of the net. With this win, Inter Milan now holds 10 points from four games, while Arsenal remains outside the top eight with seven points.
PSG’s Late Heartbreak
Paris Saint-Germain faced a crushing defeat against Atletico Madrid, succumbing to a 2-1 loss at home. Warren Zaire-Emery initially put PSG ahead, but Atletico quickly leveled through Nahuel Molina. The drama unfolded in stoppage time when Angel Correa scored the winning goal for Atletico, pushing PSG deeper into trouble with just four points from four matches.
Other Notable Results
In addition to the key matches involving Barcelona, Arsenal, and PSG, Wednesday’s fixtures featured several significant outcomes:
- Aston Villa’s unbeaten streak was halted by Club Brugge after a controversial handball from Tyrone Mings resulted in a penalty.
- Bayern Munich returned to form with a victory over Benfica.
- RB Salzburg, along with Atalanta, Brest, Monaco, and Shakhtar, also secured important wins.
As the tournament progresses, teams will be looking to secure their spots in the knockout stages, with the pressure mounting in the coming weeks.
Arsenal and PSG Suffer Setbacks
Inter Milan Edges Arsenal
In another high-stakes match, Inter Milan narrowly defeated Arsenal 1-0. Hakan Calhanoglu maintained his perfect penalty record, converting a spot-kick just before halftime after a controversial handball by Mikel Merino. Despite Arsenal’s attempts to rally in the second half, including two close chances, they were unable to find the back of the net. With this win, Inter Milan now holds 10 points from four games, while Arsenal remains outside the top eight with seven points.
PSG’s Late Heartbreak
Paris Saint-Germain faced a crushing defeat against Atletico Madrid, succumbing to a 2-1 loss at home. Warren Zaire-Emery initially put PSG ahead, but Atletico quickly leveled through Nahuel Molina. The drama unfolded in stoppage time when Angel Correa scored the winning goal for Atletico, pushing PSG deeper into trouble with just four points from four matches.
Other Notable Results
In addition to the key matches involving Barcelona, Arsenal, and PSG, Wednesday’s fixtures featured several significant outcomes:
- Aston Villa’s unbeaten streak was halted by Club Brugge after a controversial handball from Tyrone Mings resulted in a penalty.
- Bayern Munich returned to form with a victory over Benfica.
- RB Salzburg, along with Atalanta, Brest, Monaco, and Shakhtar, also secured important wins.
As the tournament progresses, teams will be looking to secure their spots in the knockout stages, with the pressure mounting in the coming weeks.
