Barcelona is on the brink of reaching their first UEFA Champions League semifinals since 2018-19 as they gear up to face Paris Saint-Germain on Tuesday. The Catalan giants have been in formidable form ever since Xavi announced his departure at the end of the season, boasting a 13-game unbeaten streak across all competitions, with 10 wins under their belt.
Despite their recent success, Barcelona faced early exits in the 2022 and 2023 editions of the Champions League, failing to progress beyond the group stage. The last time they made it to the semifinals was in 2019 when they were knocked out by Liverpool. However, their head-to-head record against PSG leans slightly in their favor with six wins compared to the French side’s four.
In the first leg of the current tie, Barcelona secured a 3-2 aggregate lead over PSG, setting the stage for an intense showdown at Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys in Barcelona. With key players like Raphinha and Andreas Christensen stepping up in the first leg, Barcelona will look to maintain their advantage and secure a spot in the semifinals.
Both teams have had their share of ups and downs in the competition, with PSG relying on Kylian Mbappe’s brilliance to navigate through the knockout stages. As the two European heavyweights clash in a highly anticipated encounter, football fans can expect a thrilling battle on the pitch. Stay tuned for what promises to be a captivating Champions League showdown between Barcelona and PSG.