Monaco vs Barcelona - Every details you need to know
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Monaco secured a remarkable 2-1 victory over Barcelona in their UEFA Champions League clash on September 19, 2024, in what was Monaco's first return to the competition in five years. The match, held at the Stade Louis II, saw Barcelona reduced to 10 men early on, after Eric Garcia was sent off just 11 minutes in for a foul on Monaco’s Takumi Minamino. This incident significantly altered the course of the game, as Monaco quickly took advantage of their numerical superiority.
Maghnes Akliouche opened the scoring for Monaco in the 16th minute with a well-placed shot. Despite being a man down, Barcelona managed to equalize through their young talent, Lamine Yamal, who struck in the 28th minute. Yamal’s goal made him the second-youngest scorer in Champions League history, a title previously held by Barcelona's Ansu Fati.
However, Monaco continued to press and regained the lead in the 71st minute, thanks to a strike from substitute George Ilenikhena, who became Monaco’s youngest-ever Champions League scorer. This goal marked a significant moment for Monaco, who broke a long winless streak in European competitions with this victory.
Barcelona manager Hansi Flick acknowledged the challenge of playing with 10 men but remained optimistic about the team’s future in the competition. This defeat puts added pressure on Barcelona as they prepare for their upcoming La Liga clash against Villarreal(
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