Barcelona’s First Setback: Iniesta Urges Calm After 3–2 Loss to PSG
FC Barcelona’s unbeaten run came to an end on Tuesday night, falling 3–2 to a sharp and determined PSG in the Champions League. Despite missing key stars like Ibrahimovic, Lavezzi, and Thiago Silva, Paris Saint-Germain delivered a stunning performance, exposing some of the cracks in the Blaugrana’s early-season dominance.
🗣️ Iniesta Stays Grounded
Midfield maestro Andres Iniesta remained composed after the defeat, acknowledging the challenge and urging his teammates — and fans — to stay the course:
“It’s complicated when you don’t win, but you have to keep going. It’s not easy to win here, nor to play in the Champions League.”
“PSG is a difficult team to play against, with players who know how to play.”
Iniesta’s message? One loss does not define a season. Champions League campaigns are marathons, not sprints.
🔍 What the Loss Means
Barcelona conceded their first goals of the season (after 7 consecutive clean sheets).
The result shakes up Group F, with PSG now at the top with 4 points.
It highlights areas that Luis Enrique may need to adjust, especially defensively, against top-tier attacking sides.
🧠 The Takeaway
While the defeat stings, it also serves as a valuable early wake-up call. With Lionel Messi, Neymar, and soon Luis Suárez in the mix, Barcelona’s firepower remains unmatched. The real test now is how they respond. And with Iniesta anchoring the mindset of the squad, don’t count them out anytime soon.
