Pedri Playfully Warns Ferran Torres Ahead of PSG vs Barcelona Clash

Pedri Shares a Light-Hearted Message with Ferran Torres Before Big PSG Game

Barcelona midfielder Pedri sent a cheeky message to his close friend Ferran Torres as both prepare for a major Champions League match between Barcelona and Paris Saint-Germain (PSG). The Spaniard highlighted the importance of the game and praised PSG’s talent across all positions in this battle between two European giants.

A Friendly Warning for Torres

The Catalan club faces a challenging week under coach Hansi Flick, with key fixtures including a tough clash against reigning European champions PSG. This game will reunite familiar faces such as former Barcelona winger Ousmane Dembele and current PSG forward Ferran Torres. Pedri joked about wishing his teammate bad luck just for this match.

“I hope he doesn’t have any luck in this match, that he doesn’t score. I wish him luck for the rest of the season. I have a very good relationship with him and we talk a lot when we’re with the national team,”

Reflecting on Dembele’s Growth

Pedri also looked back at playing alongside Dembele at Barcelona, recalling the winger’s amazing skills displayed during training. While Dembele showed flashes of brilliance, his early performances lacked consistency. Now, Pedri noted, Dembele has turned into a dependable, world-class player.

“In training, I saw him do incredible things; he did well, but he was more inconsistent than now that he’s exploded onto the scene and is a world-class player,” said the 23-year-old.

Facing the European Titans

Barcelona know the challenge ahead is huge against a PSG team that has ruled Europe recently. Led by Luis Enrique, PSG has crafted a well-rounded squad, forcing Barcelona to focus on tactical discipline. Pedri pointed out the threat PSG poses across the field.

“They have many qualities up front, they are game-changers and they know how to control the game in midfield. I’m not going to reinvent the wheel, they have won the last two Champions League,” he said.

Keeping Things in Perspective

The Spanish international reminded fans not to treat the encounter like a final. Despite recognizing PSG’s strength, he stressed this match is about measuring progress rather than deciding a season.

“It’s a difficult match against a tough opponent, but it’s not a final. We want to win and maintain our good momentum. This is a match to see where we stand,” Pedri explained.

Upcoming Fixture Details

• Match: PSG vs Barcelona
• Competition: Champions League
• Date: 20 October 2026
• Time: 22:00