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Yamal's goal and assist propel Barcelona to Champions League round of 16
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Barcelona's Lamine Yamal fights for the ball against Copenhagen's goalkeeper Dominik Kotarski during the Champions League opening phase soccer match between Barcelona and Copenhagen in Barcelona, Spain, on Wednesday, Jan. 28, 2026. - photo by AP Photo/Joan Monfort
BARCELONA, Spain (AP) — Lamine Yamal came through for Barcelona again. With an assist and a goal, Yamal led Barcelona's comeback against Copenhagen and helped the Catalan club secure a top-eight finish in the league phase of the Champions League on Wednesday. With a 4-1 victory at home, Barcelona ended in fifth place to reach an automatic spot in the round of 16.