Former Germany international Toni Kroos has warned that Barcelona will find it difficult to win the Champions League this season, citing the club’s style of play as a key factor.
In a recent interview, Kroos explained that Barcelona’s approach is “always based on creating more chances than their opponents.” He added that while this strategy can be effective in domestic competitions, it “becomes much harder in the Champions League.”
“You face teams that are capable of scoring several goals in a single game,” Kroos said. “You also come up against teams that defend exceptionally well and simply won’t allow you to play the way you want.”
Barcelona have not lifted the trophy since June 2015, and Kroos’s comments suggest that the difficulty of overcoming top European sides will be a significant hurdle this campaign.
While the German midfielder’s remarks highlight the challenges of the competition, they also reflect the broader reality that the Champions League demands a balance between offensive ambition and defensive solidity.
<small>Source: Daily Post Nigeria — read the original story there.</small>
