PSG prepare for Barcelona showdown
Vitinha called PSG v Barcelona a ‘privilege’ and expects a Bayern-like contest, with both sides pressing high and wanting the ball at Parc des Princes.
Barcelona analysis argues Dani Olmo should start against PSG, with his deeper movement and control seen as better suited to coping with Vitinha, João Neves and Fabián Ruiz.
Report claims tension at PSG over Dro Fernandez’s role under Luis Enrique, with Senny Mayulu’s limited minutes raising fresh questions over his future.
Barcelona are set to restore Raphinha to the starting XI, with Hansi Flick confirming the forward has recovered and is ready to start.
Luis Enrique played down the wider significance of PSG’s meeting with Barcelona, but said the aim is to win and hailed Parc des Princes support as ‘incredible’.
Predicted XIs suggest Lucas Digne could replace injured Nuno Mendes for PSG against Barcelona, with the midfield balance and the final attacking spot still unclear.
Barcelona’s return from Seville was delayed by 14 hours, cutting rest and training time before Tuesday’s Champions League trip to face PSG in Paris.
Preview expects a high-scoring Champions League clash in Paris, backs PSG to edge Barcelona 4-3, and notes Nuno Mendes’s absence as a key issue for Luis Enrique.
Joan Laporta said Barcelona rejected a 250 million euro PSG bid for Lamine Yamal. Despite PSG’s resources, his 2031 deal and 1 billion euro clause make a move unlikely.
Predictions piece tips PSG to beat Barcelona 4-3 in Paris, citing Luis Enrique’s side’s display at Manchester City and the attacking quality on both teams.
Ahead of facing PSG, Pedri praised Vitinha as ‘truly special’ and one of the best at creating play and keeping possession in midfield.
Barcelona could drop Rodri into central defence at Parc des Princes after injuries to Eric García, Jules Koundé and Gerard Martín.
