The second leg of the UEFA Champions League clash between Paris Saint-Germain and Barcelona was filled with drama. Raphinha’s goal seemed to put Barcelona in control, but the game took a turn when Ronald Araujo received a red card, changing the momentum. PSG capitalized on their advantage, scoring four goals and securing their spot in the semi-finals with a 6-4 aggregate win. Xavi, Barcelona’s manager, expressed frustration with the referee, attributing their elimination to his mistakes.
This brought back memories of Chelsea’s controversial defeat in 2009, where referee Tom Henning Ovrebo denied multiple penalty appeals, leading to a late Barcelona victory. Some Chelsea fans took pleasure in Xavi’s misfortune, referencing the events of 2009 and expressing satisfaction at seeing Barcelona face a similar downfall. These reactions highlight the enduring impact of contentious refereeing decisions in football, as emotions and rivalries from past encounters continue to influence fans’ perceptions and responses to current events in the sport.
