Barcelona were dominated and outclassed by former boss Pep Guardiola’s men as they lost to Manchester City 3-1. After taking an early lead on a Lionel Messi goal, Barca could not find control in the match as they were overrun by City’s high pressing. Individual errors from Sergi Roberto and Sergio Busquets stand out, but the entire team played below par.
FIRST HALF
The game was even to start the first half, Barcelona even struggled at times. But a perfect counter attack goal led my Messi and Neymar put Barca ahead. Messi strung a pass to Neymar on the left.