Jules Koundé becomes the first Barcelona player to score two headed goals in a single Champions League match
Steven Perez
Dailysports's expert
In the Matchday 6 fixture of the Champions League, Barcelona hosted Germany’s Eintracht. The visitors took the lead thanks to a goal from Ansgar Knauff, but the Catalans turned the tide with a brace from Jules Koundé. Unbeknownst to himself, Koundé made Barcelona history in Champions League matches.
Details: According to Opta, Jules Koundé became the first Barcelona player ever to net two headed goals in a single UEFA Champions League match.
It’s worth noting that after this match, Barcelona sits in 14th place in the Champions League, while the Frankfurt side holds the 30th spot.
This season, Koundé has already played 21 matches, registering three goals and two assists.
Reminder: Barcelona winger Lamine Yamal surpassed Kylian Mbappé to become the Champions League’s record holder for goals among players under 18.
