Aspect 1: Without Neymar Pique, who would be the key?
Like the first leg of the two teams, both teams have important players missing. Barcelona, in addition to Coutinho, Fati and Roberto's long-term injuries, Pique and Arroyo also suffered from sprained knees and ankle discomfort, and were not selected for the team's expedition to Paris. In the first round, Pique's fire line came back, and the result was completely suppressed by the attack group led by Mbappé. In this campaign, Koman's defenders are even more stretched and there are huge hidden dangers.
Paris, on the other hand, once again "gave up" the team's top card. People had expected Neymar to face his old club for the first time since his move to Ligue 1. The Brazilian did participate in part of the team's training last week, but he still failed to fully recover from the injury. He can only regret missing the fate battle with Barcelona. In addition, Keane Jr., who played well in the first round, missed the second round because COVID-19 was diagnosed.
However, Paris is not all bad news. Villatit and Di Maria both came back from injuries, which provided Pochettino with more possibilities for tactical implementation. In the Battle of Camp Nou, Mbappé lived up to the expectations of public opinion. This time, who can save the victory for Paris?
Aspect 2: The state is brave, can Barcelona create another miracle?
After the Nou Camp 1-4 fiasco, the outside world sentenced Barcelona to death in the Champions League. This situation is very similar to that four seasons ago, when the Rossoneri lost 4-0 in Paris, and there has never been such a desperate comeback in the history of the Champions League. As a result, the La Liga giants who came home kicked out their blood and passion, making it impossible and abruptly staged a miracle turnaround of 6-0/kloc.
The Nou Camp miracle is one of the few classic battles of Barcelona in recent years, which is also the reason why people have a glimmer of hope for them. After entering 202 1, Koman's team status has recovered. Throughout 1 month, except for the unexpected loss to Athletic Bilbao in the Super Bowl final, all the other seven games were won. In the King's Cup, Barcelona defeated Granada and Seville by 1/4 in the final and semi-final and advanced to the final.
In the past stage, Barcelona won four games in a row and all four games were zero. It seems that the team's defense is not full of holes. And if you want to perform another miracle in Paris, it is extremely important to have a solid defense line. It is worth mentioning that Barcelona is not only the king of La Liga, but also the number of goals scored in the Champions League this season is second only to Bayern, and its attack power is not strong. Although the hope of reversal is slim, it is not impossible.
Aspect 3: Romantic Paris, Barcelona which was eliminated for the first time in the Champions League?
Barcelona will put all your eggs in one basket and wait for the miracle, while Paris will try to hold the city and make steady progress. In the history of the Champions League knockout, Barcelona can be said to be the biggest pain in Paris-2012/13 season,14 final, the total score of both sides was 3-3, and Barcelona advanced with the advantage of away goal; 20 14/ 15 season, Barcelona beat Paris 5- 1. Then came the classic series of 20 16/ 17 season, in which Barcelona nailed Paris to the shame column with a score of 6- 1.
So when we met again this time, the whole team in Paris worked hard. The 4- 1 lead in the first round is a huge advantage, but the past four years ago was an careless mistake in Jingzhou. However, this time, Barcelona did not have Neymar or MSN. The second round of the battlefield is the more familiar Prince's Park in Paris. For the Rossoneri, it is as difficult to reverse it as it was four years ago. If Paris can defend its title successfully, they will send Barcelona out of the Champions League knockout for the first time. It's time for revenge, but who doesn't expect revenge?
Aspect 4: Messi PK Mbappé, the winner of fate
As the teams with the second largest number of goals in the Champions League this season, Barcelona and Paris have no doubt about their offensive ability, while Messi and Mbappé are the core and trump cards of both sides, and their play is worth looking forward to.
Messi, as Barcelona's top scorer, scored 4 goals and sent 2 assists in 5 Champions League appearances, while Mbappé, as the star player of Greater Paris, scored 5 goals and sent 3 assists in 6 Champions League appearances. In the first leg of the two teams, Mbappé scored a hat trick, completely surpassing Messi. As a peerless beauty, will Messi maintain the dignity of an era in the second round?
First forecast
Paris Saint-Germain starting (4-2-3- 1): navas/Kurzawa, Kimpompei, Marchi Onos, Florenzi/Villacht, Gaye/Mbappé, Rafinha, Drachsler/icardi.
Barcelona starting (4-3-3): Terstegen/Dester, Longoria, Mingeza, Alba/busquets, De Jong, Pedri/Dembele, Messi and Braithwaite.
Pre-match review
Paris Saint-Germain coach Pochettino: "We will try to win the Champions League until we die. Beating Barcelona has a special feeling. We are eager to win for Greater Paris, for the players, for the fans and for ourselves. The past will not affect us. These thoughts will convey negative things, and indulging in the past will only limit your future possibilities. We are well aware of our responsibilities, and we will win the big ear cup until we die. "
Barcelona coach Coleman: "I don't think anything is impossible. If we want to have a chance in this game, we must play efficiently. I don't think Paris will be afraid of us. Their coach will definitely prepare for the game in the best way, so as not to let his players think that it will be an easy game. This time, unlike the last time, the second round is always easier at home than away. We must play our own game and the other side must have confidence in their new coach. "
Game prediction
Judging from the strength and probability of both sides, there is not much suspense in this series. The 4-/kloc-0-0 away victory in the first leg gave Paris more room for strategic adjustment. As long as you don't lose 4 goals, you can ensure promotion, and Barcelona has only one way to go. However, as a giant team, Barcelona will definitely die standing up even if it is out. This game, we are optimistic about Barcelona's unbeaten away game.
(South Stand)