PSG taught Barcelona an expensive lesson

Lamine Yamal "turned off the power" before being blocked by Nuno Mendes.

The international press unanimously praised the "lesson" that Luis Enrique and his students sent to Barcelona: the bravery, physical strength and coolness of a true champion.

Barcelona started the game full of confidence, even taking the lead through Ferran Torres. But on a night where stamina and determination were key, PSG showed the difference.

Le Parisien called it a victory of “champions”, highlighting the control of the midfield and especially the fierce battle in the corridors between Nuno Mendes and Lamine Yamal. In those 90 minutes, Luis Enrique turned Montjuïc into a stage for a performance full of spirit from the Paris team.

Meanwhile, L'Équipe stressed: "A true European champion". PSG played without half of their starting lineup, including their familiar attacking trio. However, they were still able to turn the tables with perseverance and iron will. Gonçalo Ramos' late finish not only brought home three points, but also affirmed the DNA of a team that knows how to win even in adversity.

PSG, despite not having the strongest force, still defeated Barca.

British newspapers unanimously admitted that Barca were at a disadvantage. The Guardian described the decisive goal as “the 26th shot of a tiring night”, which started with Kang-in Lee’s sprint and ended with Ramos’s coolness. The Times pointed out: PSG “overshadowed Rashford and Lamine Yamal”, despite having to rotate their squad.

In Germany, Bild said Barcelona “lost their rhythm”, allowing PSG to dominate the second half. In Portugal, A Bola humorously described: “Dancing, twisting and, finally, Gonçalo Ramos” - a rich picture of the match’s finale.

Italian newspaper La Gazzetta dello Sport confirmed: Luis Enrique "smiled" when he saw his students win both physically and in ball control, forcing Barcelona to accept their first defeat this season.

The common thread in all of these narratives is the recognition that PSG won not only because of tactics, but also because of the character of a team that has won in Europe. They knew how to withstand pressure, wait for the right moment and strike the decisive blow. On the contrary, Barca exposed a familiar problem: an enthusiastic start but running out of steam at the end of the match, along with fatal defensive mistakes.

Perhaps, as The Athletic noted, this defeat was more than just a loss of points. It highlighted a “hole in Hansi Flick’s system,” and could be a blow that will have lasting repercussions. With The Nieuwsblad calling it a “victory that will resonate,” it may take Barcelona a long time to find their balance again.

A victory, a defeat, but above all a message: Luis Enrique’s PSG are not only strong in terms of personnel, but also possess the qualities of a conqueror. And that is the “brilliant lesson” for Barcelona.

Source: https://znews.vn/psg-day-cho-barcelona-bai-hoc-dat-gia-post1590144.html