Barcelona earned its second win of the 2016-17 Champions League group stage, beating Borussia Monchengladbach 2-1 on Wednesday night at Borussia-Park.
Thorgan Hazard had the home side ahead early, but Arda Turan canceled out his opener. Gerard Pique delivered the winner to secure three points for Barcelona.
While Barcelona is the reigning La Liga champion, Fox Soccer noted recent history pointed to Gladbach getting a positive result Wednesday:
Gladbach haven't lost at home in all comps since Jan. 23 (vs Dortmund)
Barcelona failed to win their last 3 games in Germany (D1 L2). #UCL— FOX Soccer (@FOXSoccer) September 28, 2016The German side showed no fear in the first half, using its counterattack to great effect through the first 45 minutes.