PSG vs Barcelona headlines Tuesday’s UEFA Champions League action as Paris Saint-Germain prepare to host Barcelona in a high-profile encounter between two European heavyweights, with both sides looking to strengthen their credentials for another deep run in the competition.
Barcelona look in fine form having beaten all their games of the season without conceding a point. They are a strong team to play but the European champions, who are currently the top team in Europe, will be a challenge to their development.
Since his arrival, Luis Enrique has guaranteed Paris Saint-Germain’s status as one of Europe’s top sides. Their matches against Barcelona in recent years have resulted in competitive games, and last season, PSG won against Barcelona in the league phase of the Champions League. That figure comes on the heels of Tuesday’s game and puts another layer of interest in the game.
Barcelona will seek to continue their attacking style in the competition, and prove that their impressive home form can be replicated on the road to beat top opposition in Europe. They will have to be able to control the ball and make themselves available to build opportunities against a PSG team who are used to playing in a pressurised style.
The French might rely on discipline and the ability to move in and out of the game to make their difference. PSG will try to take advantage of Barcelona’s spaces in the middle of the field, but in the defense, Barcelona will have to prevent PSG from getting into the game. It will be the contest between the attacking quality of the two sides and the defensive organisation of the two sides that could be the deciding factor.
