Messi criticized after UCL’s loss against Bayern Munich. Yesterday (March 8), as Bayern Munich defeated Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) 2-0 in the second leg of their round of 16 matchups, Lionel Messi was unable to save PSG from yet another early Champions League elimination.
Former Parisian great David Ginola blamed the Argentine and midfielder Vitinha for the defeat, saying they were not up to the task.
All eyes were on PSG to see if they could mount a recovery in the second leg in Germany after disappointingly losing 1-0 in the first leg of their match with Bayern Munich in France. However, the Ligue 1 powerhouses were defeated 2-0, resulting in a 3-0 setback overall.
Lionel Messi played the entire 90 minutes, but he was unable to penetrate the Bavarians’ impenetrable defense. David Ginola expressed his dismay at witnessing the club exit Europe’s premier competition once more without a struggle in his post-game remarks.
“I am horrified,” the Frenchman said on Canal+. We are disappointed when a game like this ends because it is obvious that the participants did not give their all. The issue has existed for a while.
For PSG to be successful in the Champions League, the team’s players must be more dedicated and engaged. Individual talent is insufficient to prevail in the race. You require depth on the substitutes and a strong midfield.
As scapegoats for Paris’ defeat at the Allianz Arena, the former PSG forward then singled out Lionel Messi and Vitinha. “PSG is not up to the standard of competition at midfield,” he said. Neither Messi nor Vitinha performs to their potential.
The Parisians will now turn their attention to Ligue 1 this weekend after being eliminated from Europe, where they will play Brest away on Saturday (11 March). With 63 points in 23 games, Christophe Galtier’s team presently holds the lead in the title race. This season, they have 20 wins, three ties, and the same number of losses.
After his contract at Parc des Princes expires in the summer, Lionel Messi will be able to sign with any team he chooses. He has no desire to renew his contract with the French powerhouses, according to GOAL, and is most likely to leave.
It has been suggested that he might decide to commit to returning to Barca. The Argentine’s return to Camp Nou is a goal that Blaugrana president Joan Laporta and club boss Xavi Hernandez continue to pursue. The Blaugrana’s budgetary limitations, however, are a significant issue. Messi might decide to rejoin his rivalry with Cristiano Ronaldo in the Saudi Arabian league, or he might decide to transfer to the Premier League or the MLS.
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