The UEFA Champions League match between Benfica and Barcelona was filled with drama and excitement, highlighted by Vangelis Pavlidis’ impressive hat-trick for Benfica early in the game. Despite trailing, Barcelona fought back, with Robert Lewandowski scoring two penalties and contributions from Eric Garcia and Raphinha, who ultimately secured a 5-4 victory. The match was marked by controversial moments, including debates over the legitimacy of Raphinha's goal, and showcased the resilience and skill of the Catalan side against a formidable Benfica.
The clash between Benfica and Barcelona on Wednesday in Lisbon had it all - quality, spirit, excitement, controversy, and even some crazy moments.
Vangelis Pavlidis scored a hat-trick for the home side within 30 minutes (2′, 22′ 30′), with Robert Lewandowski's well-taken penalty giving some hope.
Raphinha then scored to make it 3-2, though it's debatable whether it should be called scoring, leading to contentious discussions around the result.
The game concluded with Barcelona overcoming a two-goal deficit, exemplifying their resilience as they ended the match with an exhilarating 4-5 victory.
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