Barcelona Stunned by PSG in Late Champions League Defeat
On a dramatic Champions League night, Barcelona suffered their first loss of the season, falling 2-1 to Paris Saint-Germain at the Olympic Stadium. The decisive goal came in the dying minutes of Wednesdayโs group-stage clash, leaving the Catalans shell-shocked and their fans in disbelief.
A Bitter Reality Check
Barcelona had been tipped to continue their unbeaten run, but their display told a different story. Flickโs side looked flat, short of ideas, and fragile at key moments, allowing PSG to steal victory when a draw seemed inevitable. Beyond the dropped points, the defeat exposed troubling weaknesses in both individual performances and overall cohesion โ problems that left new coach Hansi Flick visibly furious.
Flickโs Anger Targets Three Players
According to reports from inside the dressing room, Flick did not hold back in his post-match debrief. The German coach singled out three players โ Dani Olmo, Ferran Torres, and Pau Coparsi โ as major culprits for the defeat.
- Dani Olmo again struggled to justify his price tag, squandering chances and failing to spark Barcelonaโs attack.
- Ferran Torres, inconsistent as ever, was anonymous throughout, unable to capitalize on space or trouble PSGโs backline.
- Pau Coparsi, the young defender, endured a nightmare evening, committing costly errors and looking nervous under pressure.
Possible Lineup Shake-Up
Flick is now considering significant changes, with the trio at risk of losing their starting places. Reports also suggest Dani Olmo could even be sold if a serious offer arrives, given his failure so far to deliver on expectations.
Group Stage Pressure Mounts
The defeat leaves Barcelona stuck on 3 points, sitting 16th in the group table, while PSG climb to 6 points and third place. With tougher fixtures ahead, the pressure is mounting on Flick to find solutions quickly and steady a team that suddenly looks vulnerable.
