Liverpool vs Barcelona: Wijnaldum makes history, brings Reds back into tie

Georginio Wijnaldum's stunning brace in as many minutes propelled Liverpool to a spectacular 3-0 lead in the second leg of their Champions League semifinal clash against Barcelona at Anfield on Tuesday.

Published : May 08, 2019 02:09 IST

Georginio Wijnaldum celebrates after scoring for Liverpool during the second leg Champions League semifinal against Barcelona on Tuesday.
Georginio Wijnaldum celebrates after scoring for Liverpool during the second leg Champions League semifinal against Barcelona on Tuesday.
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Georginio Wijnaldum celebrates after scoring for Liverpool during the second leg Champions League semifinal against Barcelona on Tuesday.

Georginio Wijnaldum's stunning brace in as many minutes propelled Liverpool to a spectacular 3-0 lead in the second leg of their Champions League semifinal clash against Barcelona at Anfield on Tuesday.

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The twin strikes made Wijnaldum the first Liverpool substitute since Ryan Babel in 2007 to score two goals in a Champions League match. He also became the first substitute to score a brace against Barcelona in the Champions League.

The 28-year-old has made 34 appearances for the Reds in the Premier League this season and scored thrice, including a fantastic goal against Bournemouth in February .

His brace also makes him the second Dutchman since Phillip Cocu to score multiple goals in a Champions League semifinal match.

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