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The Digest:

In a dramatic night of European football, Paris Saint-Germain showcased its champions' resolve by coming from behind to secure a last-gasp 2-1 victory over Barcelona. The result, decided by a 90th-minute goal, highlighted tactical vulnerabilities in the Catalan side as Arsenal began their night with a more straightforward 2-0 win over Olympiacos.

Key Points:
  • PSG defeated Barcelona 2-1 with a 90th-minute winner from Goncalo Ramos.
  • The French champions came from a goal down after Ferran Torres's 19th-minute opener.
  • Senny Mayulu equalized for PSG in the 38th minute after exploiting Barcelona's high defensive line.
  • Despite missing key players like Ousmane Dembele, PSG won their second consecutive UCL match.
  • Arsenal secured a 2-0 home victory against Olympiacos with a goal in each half.
  • Manchester City was held to a 2-2 draw by Monaco despite an Erling Haaland brace.
  • Newcastle United grabbed their first win of the campaign with a 4-0 away victory.
The late drama in Barcelona underscores the fine margins at Europe's elite level, where tactical discipline and clinical finishing in the final moments can define a match.

Sources: TheCable