The UEFA Champions League matches held earlier this week featured several standout performances:

Bayern Munich vs. Bayer Leverkusen:

• Jonas Urbig (Bayern Munich): Making his Champions League debut in place of the injured Manuel Neuer, Urbig played a crucial role in Bayern’s 3-0 victory over Bayer Leverkusen. Although he faced limited shots on goal, his composure and physical presence were notable. bavarianfootballworks.com

Benfica vs. FC Barcelona:

• Wojciech Szczęsny (FC Barcelona): The goalkeeper delivered an outstanding performance, making critical saves that preserved Barcelona’s 1-0 win over Benfica in Lisbon. elpais.com
• Raphinha (FC Barcelona): Scoring the decisive goal with a powerful shot from outside the box, Raphinha secured Barcelona’s victory. elpais.com

Paris Saint-Germain vs. Liverpool:

• Alisson Becker (Liverpool): In Liverpool’s 1-0 win over PSG, Alisson was instrumental, making nine crucial saves to maintain the clean sheet. talksport.com

These performances highlight the exceptional talent and impact of these players in their respective Champions League matches.