FC Barcelona are hoping to get a result against Bayern Munich that allows them to continue into the UEFA Champions League Knockout Stage. But it’s not just about pride or even a chance, albeit a remote one, to ultimately win the competition. It’s also about money.
Teams are paid according to how far they get in Europe’s premier continental competition, with the finalists getting the most cash. Considering Barcelona’s precarious financial situation, getting far into the tournament is even more important.
Benfica are considered favorites against Dynamo Kyiv, and if they indeed win, Barcelona will have to defeat Bayern Munich to advance into the last sixteen.