On the 13th of December one of the matches of the Champions League in football took place. Antwerp (Belgium) and Barcelona (Spain) met.
Антверпен - Барселона - 3:2. Лига чемпионов. Обзор матча, статистикаChampions League
Antwerp (Belgium) - Barcelona (Spain) - 3:2 (1:1)
Goals: A. Vermeeren (2), Vincent Janssen (56), G. Ilenikhena (90+2) - Torres (35), M. Guiu (90+1)
Warnings: O. Wijndal (23), L. Yamal (42), Roberto (54), De Laet (90), Torres (90+6)
Antwerp vs Barcelona match review:
In a thrilling UEFA Champions League match played at the Bosuilstadion Stadium, Antwerp claimed a stunning victory over Barcelona that kept the fans in suspense until the final whistle. The score was tied 1-1 at half-time, but Antwerp eventually emerged victorious with a final score of 3-2. The start of the match was promising for Antwerp: in the second minute A. Vermeeren scored a goal to put his team ahead. However, Barcelona quickly responded and F. Torres equalised on 35 minutes. Both teams showed decent skill and determination throughout the first half, resulting in a 1-1 draw at half-time. As the second half began, the tension in the stadium became palpable. In the 54th minute, Barcelona's S. Roberto received a yellow card, signalling the growing tension in the match. Antwerp then stunned the crowd again when V. Janssen struck in the 56th minute, making the score 2-1. In the 60th minute, Barcelona coach Ronald Koeman made three substitutions, bringing on O. Romeu, F. Lopez and J. Fort. These changes should have revitalised the team's attacking potential and turned the tide of the match in their favour.
However, Antwerp's resilience proved too strong and Antwerp made their first substitution in the 69th minute when G. Kerk replaced J. Bataille. In response, Barcelona introduced R. Lewandowski into the game in the 72nd minute. Lewandowski in the 72nd minute, hoping to get back into the game. However, Antwerp continued to defend competently and did not give up under Barcelona's onslaught. The last minutes of the game were filled with excitement and drama. In the 90th minute M. Gueu from Barcelona managed to score a goal, levelling the scoreboard - 2:2. However, Antwerp quickly got back and sealed the victory with a goal by G. Ilenichen in the final seconds of the game. When the referee blew the final whistle, the stadium exploded with jubilation: "Antwerp" won an unforgettable victory over one of the giants of European football. Despite the defeat, Barcelona fought valiantly until the very end. The game was not without a lot of yellow cards: O. Veindal and R. De Dexter got yellow cards. Veindal and R. De Laet from Antwerp, as well as L. Yamal and F. Torres from Barcelona. This stunning victory of Antwerp over Barcelona will undoubtedly go down in history. Football fans around the world will appreciate the excitement and unpredictability shown by both teams and will make this UEFA Champions League match unforgettable.
Антверпен - Барселона - 3:2. Лига чемпионов. Обзор матча, статистикаStatistics of the match Antwerp - Barcelona:
| Antwerp | Barcelona | |
|---|---|---|
| 5 | Kicks to the goal | 3 |
| 11 | Kicks | 11 |
| 0 | Blocked shots | 6 |
| 9 | Penalty kicks | 6 |
| 2 | Penalty kicks | 5 |
| 10 | Offences | 8 |
| 3 | Corner | 6 |
| 2 | Offsides | 0 |
| 30% | Ball possession | 70% |
| 2 | Yellow cards | 2 |
| 0 | Red cards | 0 |
| 1 | Keeper saves | 2 |
| 279 | Total assists | 658 |
| 229 | Accurate assists | 606 |
| 82% | Accuracy of passes | 92% |
