A strong and emotional analysis from D Real Kombo in his official YouTube channel has sparked debate among Barcelona fans after he openly questioned whether the current squad is strong enough to compete for the Champions League. In his YouTube video, he gave a blunt and realistic assessment of where the team stands in Europe right now, blending his opinion with recent moments that have shaped the club’s campaign.
He began by lowering expectations for the competition, making it clear that European success is not his main focus this season. In his words:
I’ve said it before, if the Champions League comes this season, fine. If it does not come, no problem. Right? I don’t think the Champions League right now is our number one target.
For him, domestic success feels more achievable than chasing Europe’s biggest prize at this stage.
That view is easier to understand when looking at recent events, especially a key Champions League night where a costly red card changed the flow of the game. The young defender later accepted responsibility, and moments like that have only added to the pressure on a squad already being tested at the highest level.
He then moved into a more direct judgment of the team, stressing that expectations must match reality. He explained:
We cannot, this squad, this our squad, is not good enough to win the Champions League. Right? I’ve said it before… if Hansi Flick uses this squad to win the Champions League, it is a miracle.
His reference to Hansi Flick shows just how much he believes success would depend on the manager pulling off something extraordinary.
Barcelona’s recent European defeat has also strengthened that argument. Softfootball reported, in a tough clash against Atlético Madrid, one standout performance from an opposing player made the difference, as Barcelona struggled to control key moments of the game. It was another reminder of the gap between them and the very best teams.
To explain his frustration, he looked back at the club’s golden era led by Lionel Messi. He said:
When Lionel Messi was in my team, when we had Messi, Suarez, Neymar, anytime we got knocked out in the Champions League, I felt bad… because I knew that time that we had a very good squad.
That comparison highlights just how much expectations have changed over time.
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Breaking down the current squad, he started with the attack, where inconsistency remains a major concern:
We don’t have a striker. Lewandowski is old and finished… Rashford is on and off… the only two players that are reliable are Lamine Yamal and Raphinha.
Even those two, he pointed out, have had fitness issues, making the attack less dependable.
Defensively, he raised concerns about inexperience and lack of stability at the back. He explained:
Pau Cubasi, who is barely 20 years old… Gerard Martin and Pau Cubasi is our centre-back partnership… look at the centre-back partnership we want to use and go and win Champions League.
For him, this is a major weakness when facing Europe’s top attackers.
Midfield depth was another issue he could not ignore, especially when key players are unavailable. He questioned the options:
Once Pedri is not there, Frenkie de Jong is not there… who is there to replace them? Who is our squad depth?
This lack of depth continues to raise concerns about the team’s ability to compete across multiple competitions.
Despite the criticism, he still showed appreciation for the team’s effort in difficult situations. He said:
I am very, very pleased with the way the team performed, even with the red card. I’m very proud.
Looking ahead, he questioned how Barcelona would fare against Europe’s strongest sides:
If we meet a team like Bayern Munich or Paris Saint-Germain, what are the odds that we can beat teams like that?
Clubs like Bayern Munich and Paris Saint-Germain represent the level Barcelona must reach.
He ended with a final statement that summed up his entire view:
If we win the Champions League… this is going to be the greatest miracle of all time.
His comments reflect a growing feeling among fans. There is still belief in the team, but recent performances and squad limitations suggest that winning the Champions League may require something truly extraordinary.
