Kounde's Double Header Secures Vital Win for Barcelona

Jules Kounde's two headers led Barcelona to a crucial 2-1 victory over Eintracht Frankfurt in the Champions League. The win lifted Barcelona to 14th place, aiming for a top-eight finish. Frankfurt struck first, but Kounde's goals secured the comeback during the second half at Camp Nou.

In a thrilling Champions League encounter at Camp Nou, Jules Kounde's double-header proved decisive as Barcelona clawed back to defeat Eintracht Frankfurt 2-1 on Tuesday night. The victory was crucial for Barcelona, who had to fight back after going a goal down in the 21st minute.

Ansgar Knauff initially put Frankfurt ahead, capitalizing on a defensive lapse. However, Barcelona's resilience shone through as Kounde, with two precise headers in the second half, overturned the deficit. The defender first connected with Marcus Rashford's cross in the 50th minute, followed three minutes later by a Lamine Yamal cross.

Barcelona's defense showed vulnerabilities, conceding scores rapidly in consecutive matches, a concern highlighted by coach Hansi Flick. Despite their defensive woes, Kounde's heroics revived Barcelona's Champions League hopes, lifting them to 14th position, equal on 10 points with multiple teams, thereby boosting their aspirations for a top-eight finish.

(With inputs from agencies.)