Champions League Team of the Week: Featuring Raphinha, Rice, and Kane

Our Champions League Team of the Week after the last-16 second legs, featuring players from Arsenal, Real Madrid, and Barcelona.

Goalkeeper: Uğurcan Çakır – Galatasaray

It was a tough night for Çakır, but his performance stood out despite conceding four goals. He made an impressive 11 saves against Liverpool, including stopping a penalty from Mohamed Salah.

Centre-back: Gabriel – Arsenal

Gabriel had a strong defensive game, winning all his aerial duels (6/6) while Arsenal secured a clean sheet against Leverkusen at the Emirates.

Centre-back: Dean Huijsen – Real Madrid

Huijsen showed great composure at Etihad Stadium, making key interventions that prevented Manchester City from mounting a comeback.

Centre-back: Goncalo Inacio – Sporting CP

Inacio played a critical role in Sporting’s comeback against Bodo/Glimt. He scored the opening goal with a header and was vital in keeping possession with his precise long passes, completing 12 out of 17.

Midfield: Declan Rice – Arsenal

Rice has shone in the Champions League knockout rounds, earning man-of-the-match honors three times in recent matches. He scored a goal as Arsenal defeated Bayer Leverkusen.

Midfield: Archie Gray – Tottenham Hotspur

Gray’s performance against Atletico was impressive, highlighted by an important interception and assist for a goal. His contributions are notable given the challenges Spurs have faced this season.

Archie Gray has now made more Champions League starts for Tottenham while aged under 21 than any other player in the club’s history (7).

He overtakes Dele Alli (6). 💫 pic.twitter.com/8obY3p8Xxe

— Squawka (@Squawka) March 18, 2026

Midfield: Dominik Szoboszlai – Liverpool

Szoboszlai was pivotal for Liverpool against Galatasaray, scoring the first goal and showcasing his talent throughout the match. He has become a key player in midfield.

Dominik Szoboszlai is the highest-rated midfielder (7.70) in the #UCL this season. 🇭🇺 💫 pic.twitter.com/JaFVWnHRda

— WhoScored (@WhoScored) March 18, 2026

Right-wing: Xavi Simons – Tottenham Hotspur

Simons had a strong performance, contributing with a goal and a penalty against Atletico. He was involved in several key plays during the match.

Left-wing: Raphinha – Barcelona

Raphinha impressed as Barcelona defeated Newcastle, scoring two goals and registering two assists while also winning a penalty. His influence was crucial in the match.

Only Lionel Messi has a higher goal contribution rate than Raphinha at home in the UCL 🤩🏠

Elite company 👑 pic.twitter.com/D5jxeZY8co

— LiveScore (@livescore) March 18, 2026

Forward: Harry Kane – Bayern Munich

Kane achieved another milestone by becoming the third-fastest player in Champions League history to score 50 goals. He returned from an injury to net two goals against Atalanta.

Forward: Robert Lewandowski – Barcelona

Lewandowski scored twice after halftime against Newcastle, demonstrating that he remains a key player for Barcelona despite a quiet first half.

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