“We are not far from having seen the match of the year! » Like many, Bixente Lizarazu enjoyed watching the ultra-spectacular PSG-Bayern (5-4), which immediately established itself as one of the greatest matches in the history of the Champions League.
The 1998 world champion appreciated the very offensive style of play of both teams. He points the finger at Marquinhos and Nuno Mendes, who were the two players in greatest difficulty. But it’s hard to blame either defense too much.
“They failed on both sides. But it’s also because there is incredible talent up front in Paris and at Bayern”confides Lizarazu in L’Equipe.
In his debrief, the former left-back raises his voice about an action: the penalty awarded to PSG at the end of the first period, for a handball from Alphonso Davies on a cross from Ousmane DembĂ©lĂ©. On the Bavarian side, we believe that the penalty should not have been whistled, because the ball first touched the Canadian’s thigh before hitting his arm. But that’s not what bothers Lizarazu.
Lizarazu angry, as former defender
“It’s not because it’s Bayern but, as a defender, these penalties are unbearable, regardless of notions of natural body enlargement – as if it’s natural to have to defend with your hands behind your back? For me, these penalties should not be whistled”denounces the former Munich resident.
At the start of the action, Davies has his arms behind his back. Just before DembĂ©lĂ©’s cross, we see his left arm move away, and finally be in the path of the center. This is what prompted the VAR to question Mr. Schärer. The Swiss referee will not hesitate for long, upon seeing the images, to designate the penalty spot.
