"In the eyes of many, Barcelona and Paris Saint-Germain were the two outstanding teams in the Champions League last season. They were the two highest-scoring teams in the competition, with Barca netting 43 times and PSG managing 38 goals, yet only one of the duo made the final. Barca's stunning 7-6 aggregate defeat to Inter in the semi-finals ensured there would be no showpiece reunion between Luis Enrique and his former employers, with PSG instead routing the Nerazzurri 5-0."
"The Opta supercomputer is backing Barcelona, who have been stricken by fewer injuries than the defending champions. Hansi Flick's team are given a 48.4% win probability compared to the 29% of PSG, with 22.6% of data-led simulations finishing level. Both teams made winning starts to their Champions League campaigns, with Barca winning 2-1 at Newcastle United and PSG thumping Atalanta 4-0."
Barcelona and Paris Saint-Germain were the two highest-scoring teams in last season's Champions League, with Barcelona scoring 43 goals and PSG scoring 38. Only one of the pair reached the final after Barcelona lost 7-6 on aggregate to Inter in the semi-finals while PSG routed Inter 5-0. A league-phase meeting at Montjuic will feature reduced star quality because of injuries to both sides. Opta's supercomputer gives Barcelona a 48.4% win probability, PSG 29%, and a 22.6% chance of a draw. Both teams won their opening Champions League matches — Barcelona 2-1 at Newcastle and PSG 4-0 versus Atalanta. Tournament probabilities list PSG at 11% to retain the title and Barcelona at 10% to win it.
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