Kylian Mbappe triggers tunnel altercation after his comments incite Barcelona players – Football – Sport – Express.co.uk
This article contains affiliate links, and we will receive a commission on any resulting sales. Kylian Mbappe reportedly angered Barcelona’s players after Paris Saint-Germain’s Champions League triumph. His exuberant celebrations sparked a reported 60-man fight in the tunnel after PSG’s victory over Barcelona on Tuesday. According to reports in the Spanish media, Mbappe upset Barca’s players by shouting about his side’s victory, as he scored twice in PSG’s comeback win.
Barcelona had led the tie 4-2 but ultimately capitulated, with Ronald Araujo being sent off and Joao Cancelo conceding a penalty from which Mbappe scored. The tunnel altercation, as reported by Mundo Deportivo, involved around 60 individuals before the situation was diffused and the players and personnel returned to their dressing rooms. The contrasting emotions were evident, with PSG celebrating a memorable comeback while Barcelona stewed over allowing the tie to slip from their grasp. Raphinha, Araujo’s red card, Ousmane Dembele’s equalizer, and Vitinha’s long-range strike all contributed to the dramatic turn of events.
Mbappe struck a penalty and scored again late in the game. Despite PSG’s victory, there were controversies and strong statements made by both sides after the match. Expectations were high for Barcelona to reach the semi-finals, but PSG’s remarkable turnaround dashed those hopes. The aftermath of the match saw tensions and conflicting claims from both camps, adding to the drama of the encounter.
