Raphinha shines as Barcelona narrowly beats PSG 3-2 in France
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Barcelona secured a crucial 3-2 victory over Paris Saint-Germain in the first leg of their Champions League quarter-final clash at the Parc des Princes.

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The highly anticipated match kicked off with PSG dominating possession, but Barcelona's defense remained resolute, thwarting their early attempts to seize control.

However, it was Barcelona who drew first blood, as Raphinha capitalized on a defensive lapse and clinically finished a cross from Lewandowski to put the visitors ahead.

PSG responded strongly after the break, with Dembélé restoring parity before Vitinha gave them the lead in the 51st minute.

Barcelona beat PSG 3-2 in the first leg of their Champions League quarter-final clash – Getty image

Raphinha then stepped up for Barcelona once again, notching his second goal of the night to level the score at 2-2, showcasing his clinical finishing abilities.

The drama continued as Andreas Christensen capitalized on a defensive error to restore Barcelona's lead, putting them ahead for the second time in the match.

Despite PSG's relentless pursuit of an equalizer, Barcelona's defense, marshaled by Cubarsí and Araújo, stood firm to preserve their advantage and secure a vital away victory in the tie.