Barcelona Secure Champions League Last-16 Spot with Thrilling 4-1 Comeback Over Copenhagen

FC Barcelona produced a commanding second-half display to overcome FC Copenhagen 4-1 at Spotify Camp Nou on January 28, 2026, clinching a top-eight finish in the UEFA Champions League league phase and direct qualification to the round of 16.

The match got off to a nightmare start for the Catalan giants when Viktor Dadason capitalized on a defensive lapse in the 4th minute, slotting home past goalkeeper Joan Garcia to give the Danish visitors a shock lead. Barcelona struggled throughout the first half, failing to break down a resilient Copenhagen defense as the score remained 0-1 at the interval.

Hansi Flick's halftime words clearly had an impact. Robert Lewandowski leveled the scores in the 48th minute, converting an assist from teenage sensation Lamine Yamal. Yamal then turned provider into scorer, netting the second goal in the 60th minute with a clinical finish to complete the turnaround.

Raphinha added a third from the penalty spot in the 69th minute, before substitute Marcus Rashford sealed the victory with a superb curling free-kick in the 85th minute. The four second-half goals not only secured the win but also boosted Barcelona's goal difference, ensuring their place among the top seeds for the knockout stages.

Yamal, who contributed a goal and an assist, was widely praised as the standout performer, highlighting Barcelona's attacking threat ahead of the round of 16. Copenhagen's elimination was confirmed, while Barça now look forward to the next phase with renewed confidence under Flick.