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PSG Exposes Barcelona’s Frailties in 2-1 Champions League Win at Montjuïc

Second-half dominance by the holders exposed Barcelona’s lack of defensive structure.

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Ferran, con el gesto contrariado, con Zabarnyi jubiloso.
La plantilla celebra la victoria con Marcador.
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Overview

  • PSG controlled the final 45 minutes with roughly 62% possession as Barcelona’s pass completion dropped from 242 in the first half to 118 after the break.
  • Hansi Flick said Pedri and Frenkie de Jong were very tired in the second half and admitted the team needed better defensive organization once PSG drew level.
  • Flick continued to rotate his back line, starting Pau Cubarsí with Eric García in central defense following recent departures and injuries that have unsettled the unit.
  • Barcelona squandered clear openings from Ferran Torres and Dani Olmo, while PSG repeatedly advanced through the width and pace of Nuno Mendes and Achraf Hakimi.
  • Commentary in Spain points to a subdued matchday atmosphere at Montjuïc and urges the club to rebuild chemistry with fans to strengthen home advantage.