PSG pulled off a dramatic 2-1 comeback against FC Barcelona this month at Montjuïc Stadium. Barcelona drew first blood in the 19th minute when Ferran Torres scored, giving the hosts an early advantage and momentum.
Luis Enrique’s side fought back before halftime, with Senny Mayulu calmly slotting home a Nuno Mendes pass in the 38th minute to level the score and silence the home crowd. The second half turned into a tense, evenly matched contest, with both teams pressing hard for the winner.
The decisive moment arrived in stoppage time. In the 90th minute, Gonçalo Ramos finished an assist from Achraf Hakimi, completing PSG’s turnaround and clinching all three points.
Lucas Hernandez Recounts Facing Lamine Yamal
A few days ago, PSG pulled off a massive performance by winning in Barcelona, largely thanks to an outstanding display from Nuno Mendes, who kept Yamal tightly under control.
However, while the Portuguese international received a yellow card, Luis Enrique decided to bring on Lucas Hernandez, who engaged in a fierce battle with Yamal, as recounted by the 2018 World Cup champion.
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“I’m someone who enjoys adversity, big duels, big matches, big challenges. I always try to show up,” Hernandez told Média Carré (h/t Le10Sport).
“Nuno Mendes was having an extraordinary game, but with a yellow card, it was difficult for him. In a one-on-one against Yamal, at any moment, he could get booked. The coach managed it well—he just asked me not to get a yellow in the first few minutes (laughs). It went well.”
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