Barcelona and Inter served up a pulsating 3-3 draw in their UEFA Champions League semi-final first leg at Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys on Wednesday, April 30, 2025. The match was a showcase of attacking brilliance, marred by a costly setback for the Catalans.
Late in the first half, Barcelona’s Jules Koundé suffered an injury, forcing him off in the 42nd minute. Eric García stepped in, but the disruption was evident.
Jules Koundé has been a standout performer for FC Barcelona in the 2024/25 La Liga season, showcasing his versatility and defensive prowess. Playing primarily as a right-back, the 26-year-old Frenchman has appeared in 32 matches, logging 2,606 minutes.
His offensive contributions include 2 goals and 3 assists, with a goal involvement rate of 0.17 per 90 minutes.
Koundé’s discipline is notable, with only 4 yellow cards and no reds. His expected assists (xA) of 0.21 per 90 minutes rank him in the top 79% of La Liga players. Koundé’s all-around excellence has cemented his status as a key player for Barcelona.
Barcelona’s resilience shone, but Koundé’s absence may loom large in the return leg.
