Barcelona Stunned by Kylian Mbappé as PSG Reach Champions League Semis
Enrique's Former Club Ousted from Competition
April 16, 2024 at 4:00 AM PDT
In a thrilling encounter at Camp Nou, Paris Saint-Germain secured a stunning 6-3 victory over Barcelona, eliminating their former manager Luis Enrique's team from the Champions League. Kylian Mbappé inspired PSG with a magnificent performance, scoring a hat-trick and setting up another goal.
Barcelona, who won the Champions League in 2015 under Enrique's guidance, were hopeful of replicating that triumph. However, PSG proved to be an overwhelming force, dominating the contest from start to finish.
The atmosphere in Montjuic was electric as the two European giants clashed. Barcelona made a promising start, but PSG gradually took control, with Mbappé causing havoc for the Blaugrana defense. The French forward struck twice before the break, giving PSG a commanding 2-0 lead.
Barcelona rallied after the interval, with goals from Ousmane Dembele and Sergio Busquets bringing them level. However, PSG refused to relinquish their advantage, and Mbappé completed his hat-trick in the 65th minute. Lionel Messi scored a late consolation for Barcelona, but it was not enough to prevent PSG from sealing their place in the semi-finals.
Enrique was left to rue his side's missed opportunities, as Barcelona failed to capitalize on several promising chances. PSG, meanwhile, will be confident of adding to their European trophy haul after this impressive victory.
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