Champions League Matchday 2 delivered fireworks across Europe. Bayern Munich got a scare from a tiny Norwegian outfit that refused to roll over, while the usual heavyweights sent mixed messages.
Manchester United stumbled again. The club continues to disappoint when it matters most in Europe, a pattern that should worry Ten Hag's squad. Barcelona and PSG, by contrast, looked sharp. Both teams imposed their will with clinical finishing and dominant possession. Barcelona's attacking movement created constant problems for their opponent. PSG's star power showed up when it counted.
The goals kept flowing across the continent. That's what made this matchday feel different from the usual careful, cautious European football. Teams went for it.
Bayern's struggle against a Norwegian team nobody expected to compete shows the Champions League can still produce surprises. David might not slay Goliath, but he'll make him work for every inch. The German giants will need to tighten up if they want to avoid embarrassment deeper in the competition.
United's poor showing stands out more because Barcelona and PSG proved you can win ugly in Europe. You just need consistency and execution. United had neither.