Barcelona Crash Out of Champions League in Embarrassing Fashion
Final Score: 1-4 (4-6 agg)
10-Man Barça Lose Second Leg
Paris Saint-Germain delivered a brutal blow to Barcelona's European aspirations as they stormed to a commanding 4-1 victory at the Camp Nou on Wednesday night. The result sees the Catalan giants crash out of the Champions League at the Round of 16 stage, with an aggregate score of 4-6.
Barcelona had held a slender 4-2 advantage from the first leg, but PSG turned the tie on its head with a dominant display in the Spanish capital. Kylian Mbappe led the charge for the visitors, scoring a magnificent hat-trick to leave the Blaugrana defense in tatters.
The match was marred by controversy as Barcelona were reduced to 10 men after Clement Lenglet was sent off for a second yellow card in the second half. PSG took full advantage of their numerical superiority, adding three more goals to their tally and putting the tie beyond doubt.
The defeat represents a major setback for Barcelona, who were desperate to make amends for their humiliating Champions League exit last season. It also raises questions about the future of manager Ronald Koeman, who has come under increasing pressure in recent weeks.
Meanwhile, PSG will be delighted with their victory, which puts them firmly in the frame for a first-ever Champions League triumph. Mbappe's performance was particularly impressive, and he will undoubtedly be one to watch in the knockout stages.
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