Former Barcelona Manager Favors PSG and Arsenal for Champions League Glory
Former Barcelona manager, Ronald Koeman, has tipped PSG and Arsenal as top contenders for this season’s Champions League title. In recent matches, PSG showcased resilience with a 3-1 victory against Aston Villa at the Parc des Princes. The team led 2-1 during the first half of the second leg of their quarter-final at Villa Park. Meanwhile, Barcelona asserted dominance with a 4-0 win over Borussia Dortmund at home despite trailing 1-0 in Germany.
Koeman believes that Arsenal and PSG hold an edge over Hansi Flick’s side, suggesting they capitalize on opportunities better than their rivals. He highlighted Barcelona’s win over Dortmund, emphasizing Dortmund’s missed opportunities, describing them as "not a great team" due to their eighth position in the German league standings. He praised Barcelona’s enjoyable style but stressed Arsenal and PSG’s potential.
Key Takeaways:
- Koeman sees PSG and Arsenal as top contenders for the Champions League.
- PSG recently performed well against Aston Villa, displaying competitive fervor.
- Barcelona’s style impresses, but Koeman points out their vulnerability in defense.
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