In a thrilling UEFA Champions League (UCL) showdown, Victor Osimhen made a stunning return from the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) to lead Napoli to a 1-1 draw against Barcelona. The Nigerian striker showcased his prowess with a well-taken strike, cancelling out Robert Lewandowski's opener for Barcelona in an intense encounter.
The first half remained goalless, building anticipation for the second half's unfolding drama. In the 60th minute, Barcelona's Polish striker, Lewandowski, broke the deadlock with a goal that set the stage for a fiercely contested match.
However, with only 15 minutes left on the clock, Osimhen emerged as Napoli's hero. Receiving a precise pass from Zambo Anguissa, Osimhen demonstrated remarkable strength as he outmuscled his marker and skillfully slotted the ball into the net, leveling the score and securing a crucial away goal for Napoli.
In another riveting Champions League round of 16 clash, FC Porto secured a last-minute victory against Arsenal, prevailing 1-0 in Portugal. Wenderson Galeno emerged as the hero for Porto, delivering a spectacular winner in the 94th minute.
Galeno's decisive moment unfolded as he skillfully cut inside from the left after driving into the Arsenal area. His precision was on full display as he unleashed a beautiful curler that soared beyond David Raya's reach, finding the top corner and sealing a dramatic late win for Porto.
The night's UCL action was filled with suspense, skill, and late-game heroics, leaving football enthusiasts eagerly anticipating the upcoming fixtures in this fiercely contested tournament.
