Barça Bites Back: Price Hike for PSG Directors

In the latest chapter of the escalating feud between Barcelona and Paris Saint-Germain, the Catalan giants have struck back with a retaliatory move aimed squarely at their French counterparts. According to reports, Barcelona has implemented exorbitant ticket prices for PSG directors and their entourages, mirroring the controversial policy employed by the Parisian club during the first leg of their UEFA Champions League quarter-final clash.

The decision comes in the wake of PSG’s move to charge Barcelona directors a staggering €600 per ticket for their family members and club representatives to attend the first leg at the Parc des Princes. This move was seen as a direct affront by the Blaugrana hierarchy, who have now responded in kind by setting “very high prices” for any additional tickets requested by PSG directors in the VIP area of the Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys for the return fixture.

The rising tensions between the two European heavyweights can be traced back to the failed European Super League project, which sowed the seeds of discord and fractured the once-cordial relationship between the clubs. The war of words has only intensified in recent days, with PSG head coach Luis Enrique claiming to better represent the “Barça DNA” than his Barcelona counterpart, Xavi Hernandez, citing his previous tenure at the Catalan club.

While the on-field battle promises to be a tantalizing affair, with Barcelona holding a slender 3-2 advantage from the first leg, the off-field skirmishes have taken center stage. The escalating tit-for-tat between the two clubs has added an extra layer of intrigue and drama to an already high-stakes encounter.

As the second leg looms, both sets of supporters will be eagerly anticipating not only the outcome of the match but also the potential for further fireworks between these two bitter rivals. With pride, prestige, and a place in the semi-finals of Europe’s premier club competition on the line, the stage is set for a clash that promises to be remembered for years to come, both on and off the pitch.