#4 Christian Pulisic's performance catches everyone’s eyes
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Though it was Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang who stole the limelight with a sensational treble of goals, the 18-year-old Pulisic also had an eventful encounter against Benfica. This was Dortmund's most important game of the season considering they had lost the first leg 1-0 in Portugal.
The German club had received a bad news in the wake of Marco Reus' injury which meant the winger was ruled out of the Champions League match.
Pulisic stepped in for the injured Reus and made full use of his prized start. When the score was tied at 1-1, Pulisic scored a delightful lob to give his side a much-needed advantage. This goal turned the tide in Dortmund's favour and took the fizz out of Benfica.
It was a difficult decision for Tuchel to give Pulisic a start in the latter stages of the competition but the American teenager proved that the hype surrounding him is worth it. The youngster also provided a delightful assist for Aubameyang to open the goal-fest last night.
