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The Digest:

Barcelona staged a dramatic second-half comeback to beat Eintracht Frankfurt 2-1 at the Camp Nou, with unlikely hero Jules Kounde scoring two headers to secure a vital Champions League victory. The turnaround was sparked by halftime substitute Marcus Rashford, whose immediate influence on the left flank transformed the game after a flat first-half performance.

Key Points:
  • Barcelona came from behind to win 2-1 after conceding first at Camp Nou
  • Jules Kounde scored both goals with headers, becoming the first Barça player to score two headers in a Champions League match
  • Marcus Rashford, brought on at halftime, provided the assist for the equalizer and revitalized the attack
  • Frankfurt took a shock lead through Ansgar Knauff in the first half
  • The victory keeps Barcelona’s hopes of automatic Champions League qualification alive
  • Manager Hansi Flick’s tactical change at halftime proved decisive
  • Youngster Lamine Yamal provided an assist but will miss the next match due to suspension

Sources: GOAL, Sky Sports