PSG eliminated in the group stage of the new formula Champions League? A hypothesis which grows with each day when it is ‘enough’ to take a place among the 24 best teams out of the 36 entered. The draw had already sowed doubt, so much was waiting for Paris on its route (Arsenal, Atlético, Bayern, Manchester City, etc.). Fears are taking shape as the French champion struggles to miss opportunities to win during matches and gain some air in the rankings.
This Wednesday, at the Parc des Princes, PSG lost after clearly dominating Atlético de Madrid (1-2). “It’s difficult to explain that. I have more than 30 years in football and I can’t explain that. It’s bad luck. We were infinitely superior to our opponent. And the result is totally unfair,” said a stunned Luis Enrique.
Correa crucifies PSG on the last action
Bad luck or not, the result is there. Paris once again wasted against the goal kept by Jan Oblak, and was even punished by Angel Correa at the last second of added time (93rd). Previously, the Colchoneros had already successfully equalized, Nahuel Molina taking advantage of a lucky counterattack (18th). Too bad, because Warren Zaire-Emery had shown a real sense of goal to launch his team (14th). In vain.
Currently 25th and virtually eliminated from the Champions League, Paris will have to take points. With an upcoming menu consisting of trips to Bayern Munich then to Salzburg, the Manchester City reception and finally a visit to Stuttgart. With qualification for the play-offs at stake?
Original article published on RMC Sport
