Barcelona president excited for Champions League clash vs PSG: ‘Best match in Europe’

Barcelona president excited for Champions League clash vs PSG: ‘Best match in Europe’ The anticipation has skyrocketed ahead of Barcelona’s clash against Paris Saint-Germain at the Parc des Princes tonight. After all, these two teams are considered two of the best in Europe right now and the game promises much quality and excitement. Heading into this encounter, Barcelona president Joan Laporta did not hide his emotions, admitting that he is excited about the clash. Joan Laporta on PSG matchup The Barcelona delegation, led by Laporta, met with the PSG board at the Pavillon Ledoyen restaurant for a directors’ luncheon ahead of the game, and the president was in buoyant mood as he arrived. Laporta is ready for the PSG matchup. (Photo by Angel Martinez/Getty Images) “It’s the best match you can play in Europe, between the two most in-form teams, Barça and Paris Saint-Germain,” he said (h/t Mundo Deportivo ). He went on to frame the occasion as a genuine measuring stick for both sides. “What’s most important is the immediate present. Sunday’s match is very important because we have a lot at stake in the league. “Today, each team will be able to see its true level in relation to European football. We are the two best teams right now, ” he added. No room for excuses With Barcelona dealing with a few absences at the back, Laporta was quick to brush aside any notion that injuries could serve as a get-out. “These things happen. They don’t have Nuno Mendes either. We have Eric Garcia and Kounde injured, but I know Flick has already found solutions so it won’t be noticeable,” he said, adding that “excuses are not valid.” Laporta refused to acknowledge injuries as factors for any of the two teams. (Photo by David Ramos/Getty Images) Laporta went on to point out the stylistic differences between the two teams but added that they balance out well. “Highly talented players against each other, two teams that prioritize the collective over individual talent, and two great coaches and managers ,” he added. When asked about Real Madrid – particularly with regards to Arda Guler incident – Laporta did not want to answer much. “There will be time to discuss Real Madrid starting tomorrow. It’s a complex issue,” he said. “Today is a day to enjoy football.” Laporta isn’t the only one excited about this contest, with former PSG player Mohamed Sissoko also keeping a close eye on the encounter .