Ferran Torres shines as Barcelona edge Borussia Dortmund 3-2


Barcelona picked their fifth consecutive Champions League win with a dramatic 3-2 win over Borussia Dortmund at Signal Iduna Park.

The first half saw Barcelona dominate possession but struggle to break through Dortmund’s defense.

The breakthrough came early in the second half when Raphinha raced past the backline to slot the ball beyond Gregor Kobel in the 53rd minute.

Dortmund responded quickly, capitalizing on a penalty conceded by Pau Cubarsi.

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Torres brace hand Barcelona needed three points against Dortmund – Getty image

Serhou Guirassy calmly converted from the spot to draw the hosts level on the hour mark.

Barcelona manager Hansi Flick introduced Ferran Torres in the 71st minute, a move that proved decisive.

Just minutes after coming on, Torres restored Barcelona’s lead with a clinical finish.

However, Guirassy struck again, leveling the score with his second goal of the night.

Determined to secure all three points, Barcelona pushed forward and Torres stepped up once more, netting the winner late in the game.

His decisive brace ensured the Catalan giants retained their unbeaten record in this season’s Champions League.