Barcelona striker Robert Lewandowski demanded better from his teammates after last night's stunning 5-4 Champions League win at Benfica.
His penalty strike continued a simply incredible record for the Polish legend from the spot. Of any player to take over six efforts from 12 yards, no one has a better conversion rate than the 36-year-old,
Champions League, Benfica and Barcelona
Barcelona striker Robert Lewandowski has equaled Cristiano Ronaldo's unique record in the Champions League. The Polish marksman scored two penalties in the Blaugrana's 5-4 win over Benfica at the Estadio da Luz in Lisbon yesterday (January 21).
Raphinha scored a late and controversial winner as Barcelona came from behind to win a remarkable game 5-4 against Benfica and qualify for the knockout stage of the Champions League. The last-minute goal was allowed to stand despite Benfica claiming they should have had a penalty moments before as Barca took all three points.
Barcelona came back from two goals down with 15 minutes to go to defeat Benfica 5-4 and secure their place in the Champions League round of 16.
FC Barcelona's heroic comeback win over Benfica in the Champions League on Tuesday could end up being worth over $50 million to the club.
Robert Lewandowski equalled Cristiano Ronaldo's Champions League record after starring in Barcelona's win over Benfica.
Barcelona star Robert Lewandowski on Tuesday night moved a step closer to equalling an all-time Champions League record.This comes owing to developments in Barcelona’s meeting with Benfica.Hansi
The result sealed their place in the last 16, but they had to pull off a monumental turnaround after Vangelis Pavlidis' hat-trick had the Blaugrana 3-1 down at the break
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The match is scheduled to start at 3 p.m. EST and will be broadcast exclusively on Paramount+. Fans looking to watch can do so through Paramount+, which offers exclusive live streams and on-demand replays of all UEFA Champions League matches along with a free trial when you sign up.