The story line coming into this game was whether Barcelona would be punished for the high line they insist on playing in. Kylian Mbappe and Vinicius Junior surely would have a field day.
But just as it’s been all week, Barcelona’s game plan prevailed, making their famous opponents look small.
What are we witnessing?
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Three very different opponents, but it didn’t matter, because this Barcelona team is so secure in its identity.