Became a meme. Ter Stegen was mercilessly criticised for his performance against Monaco

Yesterday, Barcelona suffered a shocking 1-2 defeat against Monaco in the opening match of the 2024/25 Champions League group stage. Catalan goalkeeper Marc-André ter Stegen made a costly error early in the game, delivering a poor pass to Eric Garcia, which forced the Spanish defender into a last-man foul and earned him a red card in the 10th minute.

Later, ter Stegen conceded two goals from Monaco, both at the near post.

Details: Following the game, ter Stegen has faced harsh criticism in the media, and he has become a viral meme on social media platform X.

Iranian artist Hamid Shahri created a cartoon depicting ter Stegen sleeping at the goal, allowing the Champions League ball to sail past him effortlessly.

Additionally, fans noted a disdainful look from Lamine Yamal directed at ter Stegen after the match.

Some also recalled the famous words of Karim Benzema when he asked his teammates not to pass to Vinícius Júnior because "he plays against us," humorously suggesting that Pedri might be saying the same to Yamal.

In another viral image, a caption was added where Pedri jokingly asks Yamal if he knows any goalkeepers at La Masia.

Reminder: After Sergi Roberto's departure from the club, ter Stegen was appointed as Barcelona's new captain.