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'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.