Monaco 2–1 Barcelona, UEFA Champions League 2024–25: Maghnes Akliouche, George Ilenikhena Score As Les Rouge Et Blanc Thrash Barca in UCL Opener Despite Lamine Yamal's Goal

Monaco now have secured three points in their UCL opener against Barcelona. Monaco were the better side overall as per their attack and defence rate.

Maghnes Akliouche and George Ilenikhena Celebrating (Photo Credit: X/@AS_Monaco)

Ligue 1 side AS Monaco defeated the La Liga giants FC Barcelona by 2-1 in their opening UEFA Champions League (UCL) 2024-25 match. Maghnes Akliouche broke the deadlock early and scored for Monaco in just the 16th minute. Lamine Yamal from Barcelona equalised in the 28th minute and kept the hopes alive for the away team. But in the 71st George Ilenikhena turned the tide to Monaco's favour by scoring a goal and giving them a 2-1 lead. Monaco defended well till the end and were a better side than Barcelona. Cristiano Ronaldo Lauds Barcelona Starlet Lamine Yamal, Says ‘He Will Be One of The Best in This Generation’.

Monaco vs Barcelona Result

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