In a historic UEFA Champions League quarterfinal match, Borussia Dortmund’s striker Serhou Guirassy etched his name into the record books by becoming the first African player to score a hat-trick at this stage of the competition. Guirassy’s remarkable performance led Dortmund to a 3-1 victory over Barcelona, marking a significant milestone in both his career and African football history.
The 29-year-old Guinean forward’s achievement is particularly noteworthy as it surpasses previous records held by African players in the Champions League. Not only did he become the first to score a hat-trick in the quarterfinals, but he also set a new benchmark with 13 goals in a single Champions League campaign—the most ever by an African player.
Guirassy’s hat-trick against Barcelona also made him the first African to net three times against the Spanish giants in the competition.
This outstanding performance has drawn comparisons to legendary African footballers and highlights the growing impact of African talent in European football.
