When Was the Barcelona vs PSG Comeback?
The Barcelona vs PSG comeback is one of the most memorable moments in the history of football. It took place on March 8, 2017, at the Camp Nou stadium in Barcelona, Spain.
This Champions League match between FC Barcelona and Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) will forever be etched in the minds of football fans worldwide.
The First Leg
In the first leg of this thrilling encounter, which was held on February 14, 2017, at Parc des Princes stadium in Paris, PSG dominated the game and emerged victorious with a stunning 4-0 win. The goals were scored by Angel Di Maria and Julian Draxler.
This result put PSG in a commanding position going into the second leg.
The Second Leg
The second leg of this epic clash was eagerly anticipated by both sets of fans. Few believed that Barcelona could overturn such a massive deficit.
However, they produced an extraordinary performance that will go down in history.
- The Early Goals: Barcelona started the game strongly and managed to score three goals within the first half-hour. Luis Suarez opened the scoring in the third minute, followed by an own goal from Layvin Kurzawa in the 40th minute.
- Messi’s Magic: Lionel Messi showcased his brilliance once again by scoring a penalty kick in the 50th minute, bringing Barcelona level on aggregate.
- Neymar’s Heroics: With just seven minutes remaining on the clock, Edinson Cavani scored for PSG, seemingly ending Barcelona’s hopes. However, Neymar stepped up and scored a free-kick goal in the 88th minute, giving Barcelona a glimmer of hope.
- The Dramatic Finish: In an astonishing finale, Neymar scored another goal in the 91st minute from a penalty kick, sealing Barcelona’s comeback victory with a final scoreline of 6-1 in the second leg.
The Aftermath
The Barcelona vs PSG comeback sent shockwaves throughout the footballing world. It was hailed as one of the greatest comebacks ever witnessed.
Barcelona advanced to the quarterfinals on aggregate with a score of 6-5.
This match will always be remembered for its sheer drama, incredible goals, and unbelievable turnaround. It serves as a reminder that no lead is safe in football and that anything is possible on any given day.