Barcelona struck first in their Champions League clash at Montjuïc Olympic Stadium when Ferran Torres finished off a sharp attacking move around the 19th minute. The goal followed a quick buildup through Lamine Yamal and Marcus Rashford, leaving PSG’s defense scrambling. At that point Barcelona looked confident, dominating possession and creating promising chances.
PSG Responds Before Half-Time
PSG found their equaliser before the break thanks to 19-year-old Senny Mayulu, who seized on a brilliant run down the left from Nuno Mendes. The young forward pushed into the box and placed a composed finish beyond Barcelona’s keeper. That goal shifted momentum, and PSG entered the second half with belief, while Barcelona began to struggle under pressure.
Barcelona’s Second Half Wobbles
After half-time, PSG increased its aggression and control. Barcelona, seemingly affected by injuries and fatigue, lost coherence in their press. Key players could not impose themselves, especially defensively. Meanwhile, PSG grew more dangerous, probing spaces behind the defense and forcing errors.
Ramos Delivers at the Death
In stoppage time, Gonçalo Ramos struck the winner after a counterattack initiated by Hakimi. The move exposed Barcelona’s stretched defensive line, and Ramos slotted home with composure. The late goal shocked the home crowd and sealed a famous victory for PSG.
Reactions from Both Camps
PSG manager Luis Enrique praised his team’s resilience. He pointed out that despite missing several key players, PSG adjusted well and showed character. He also highlighted Mayulu’s performance and adaptability under pressure. Meanwhile, Barcelona coach Hansi Flick admitted that his side were second-best for large stretches of the match. He cited fatigue, defensive lapses, and an inability to maintain dominance as critical flaws.
Implications for Champions League Group Stage
The win gives PSG a major boost; they now carry momentum and belief into their upcoming fixtures. Also, though the match came at a cost due to injuries, they showed they can win away from home under difficult circumstances.
Barcelona meanwhile must regroup. Despite the loss, they extended their club record of scoring in consecutive matches. However, they will need to tighten their defence, manage player fitness, and better handle moments of pressure if they want to compete at the top level in Europe.
Conclusion
PSG’s 2-1 comeback over Barcelona at Montjuïc demonstrated grit, tactical intelligence, and seizing moments. Barcelona started strong but could not sustain their lead. Mayulu’s equaliser and Ramos’ late goal highlighted PSG’s quality in turning around adversity. As this Champions League season unfolds, PSG has made a statement, while Barcelona faces questions about consistency and defensive resilience.
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