Manchester City forward Jack Grealish has heaped praise on Barcelona midfield maestros Pedri and Frenkie de Jong after the Catalan side’s impressive 2-1 UEFA Champions League victory against Newcastle United on Thursday night.
Barcelona traveled to England and stunned the home fans at St. James’ Park, securing a hard-fought win that kept their European hopes alive.
On-loan Manchester United forward Marcus Rashford, currently playing for Barcelona, was the hero of the night as he bagged a brilliant brace for the LaLiga giants. Newcastle winger Anthony Gordon managed to pull one back late in the game, but it was not enough to stop Xavi’s men from claiming all three points.
Watching from the stands, Jack Grealish was particularly impressed by Barcelona’s midfield control. He took to Instagram stories, sharing a snapshot of the match with the caption:
“Pedri and De Jong are a joy to watch.”
Indeed, the duo dominated proceedings, dictating the tempo of the game and frustrating Newcastle’s attempts to build momentum. Their partnership proved crucial in sealing the victory for Barcelona.
With such displays, Pedri and De Jong continue to justify why they are regarded among the finest midfielders in European football today.
