The clash between Barcelona and Paris-saint Germain promises to deliver high intensity and elite football.

The match will be played at Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys stadium today from 22:00 p.m.

Michael Oliver will be the centre referee tonight to officiate this match.

Flick’s side aims to move from position 14 which they are currently holding in UEFA Champions League table while PSG sits at position 5 and wants to defend this European title despite having many injuries to their key players.

Prediction

Barcelona remains undefeated this season as they enter this match while PSG has already suffered one defeat this season.

With the current form, Barcelona remains favorite side to win today’s match because they last suffered home defeat in Champions League was season 2023/24 on the quarterfinals.

However it is a massive clash and PSG can turn things around because Luise Enrique knows Barcelona well as he led them secure two trebles when he was managing them.

Key Battles

Barcelona and PSG have had 15 prior encounters, only two were set in the group stage of the Champions League while the rest took place in the knockout rounds and one was in the final of the 1996/97 Cup Winners’ Cup, which PSG lost 1-0.

Game Records

Today’s match will mark 16th competitive fixture between Barcelona and PSG.

Barcelona holds the upper hand wins: 6 wins and 4 draws while PSG has secured 5 wins.

Managers

Hansi Flick leads Barcelona while Luis Enrique manages PSG.

Flick praised PSG as the best team from last season and they are preparing adequately to deal with them.

“We’re playing against the best team from last season and it’s a big challenge. PSG are a very strong team. We’re really looking forward to it. I think we need to work on our game plan and what we want to do, like controlling possession and positioning ourselves well,” said Flick.

Luis Enrique on the other stated that he has good players in every position despite more injuries on his side is prepared to get results.

“You can either get results or make excuses. Whoever plays tomorrow is part of a real team,” said Enrique.

Final Outlook

Barcelona are clear favorites to win this match due to their squad depth and current form but PSG can defend their tittle.

Barcelona starting XI for past pre-season friendly match. PHOTO/ Barcelona Facebook