[엑스포츠뉴스 김희웅 인턴기자] Coach Ronald Koeman admitted that it was difficult to advance to the quarterfinals of the UEFA Champions League.
FC Barcelona lost to PSG 1-4 in the first leg of the European Football Federation (UEFA) Champions League in the first leg of the 2020/21 season held in Camp Nou, Barcelona, Spain at 5 am on the 17th (Korean time).
It really broke down terribly. Killian Mbappe only scored three goals and shook his head desperately.
Barsa tried to deploy an attack with a unique short pass, but struggled against PSG’s pressure. It collapsed in the offensive of PSG using Mbappe’s high speed.
In the 26th minute of the first half, Barsa took the lead with Lionel Messi’s penalty goal. However, in the 32nd minute of the first half, Mbafe, who received a pass from Marco Berati, beat Herard Pique and Clement Langle to score.
The second half was PSG time. In the 20th minute of the second half, Mbappe presented the team with a second goal. Pique touched a cross raised by Alessandro Florenji from the right side of the box. The ball flowed back and Mbafe in the box pushed in.
Five minutes later, Mois Keane’s header scored PSG’s clear victory. PSG’s counterattack in the 40th minute of the second half, Mbappe hit the net with an accurate right-footed shot.
After the match, Barsa’s head coach Kuman accepted the defeat. In an interview with Spanish media Marca, coach Cooman said, “PSG did better and was very effective. In particular, Mbappe was good.”
“There was a problem with the second half defense. We have to admit they are better. PSG is a more complete team than us. We must accept defeat and move forward.”
In fact, it became difficult for Barsa to advance to the quarterfinals. In order to advance to the quarterfinals, Barça must win 4-0 or more. In addition, the second game will be played in PSG’s home room.
“A 1-4 defeat at home is a very difficult outcome,” said Kuman. We don’t have a chance.”
The second leg of the round of 16 between Barsa and PSG will be held on March 11.
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