Barcelona's coach, Xavi Hernández, expressed the feeling that 'the project is progressing' after defeating Porto (2-1) in the Champions League and securing a spot in the knockout stage for the first time in three seasons.

"The qualification means a lot; we've achieved the first goal of the season," stated the Catalan coach, emphasizing the significance of 'being qualified after the fifth matchday.'

"Barça turned the tide after an early goal from Eduardo Gabriel Aquino Cossa 'Pepê,' with Joao Cancelo and Joao Félix scoring in the first and second halves, respectively.