Barcelona Defeats Bayern 4-1 in Champions League

Barcelona achieved a surprising 4-1 victory over Bayern Munich in the UEFA Champions League, with Raphinha scoring a hat-trick and a goal from Robert Lewandowski. This win marked Barcelona's first triumph over Bayern since 2015, ending a streak of six consecutive defeats against the German side. Meanwhile, Bayern Munich's midfielder Joshua Kimmich has not dismissed the possibility of a transfer to Barcelona when his contract expires, noting the club's significant impact on him. In the broader Champions League context, RB Leipzig and Red Bull Salzburg are struggling without points after three matches, and notable clubs like Paris Saint-Germain and Bayern Munich are underperforming in the league phase. The new Champions League format has challenged traditional powerhouses to work harder to secure advancement.