Paris Saint-Germain beat Barcelona 4-2 at the Parc des Princes on Tuesday, October 20, securing a third victory in three Champions League matches. European football’s governing body, UEFA, confirmed the result, while Barcelona said the defeat ended their perfect start to the 2026/27 season. Vitinha and Fabián Ruiz scored the decisive late goals after the visitors twice drew level.
UEFA’s round-up placed PSG alongside Liverpool at the top of the league phase after Tuesday’s games. For Hansi Flick’s Barcelona, the result was their first loss of the season in any competition, according to the club’s report. The reigning European champions prevailed in a match featuring six different scorers.
Barcelona’s account described opportunities at both ends before the interval. Khvicha Kvaratskhelia hit the post early, while Matvey Safonov denied Raphinha. Dani Olmo left the field injured during his 100th Barcelona appearance. Désiré Doué then put PSG ahead with a shot from the edge of the area, and Joan García’s saves kept the visitors in contention.
Xavi Espart brought Barcelona level after the break, finishing a pass from Fermín López, the club reported. Lucas Hernández subsequently restored the hosts’ advantage with a header from a corner. Lamine Yamal replied to make it 2-2, leaving Barcelona level again despite having trailed in each half.
UEFA reported that Vitinha controlled the ball on his chest before scoring to put Paris back in front. Fabián Ruiz then finished Achraf Hakimi’s cross to complete the victory. UEFA named Doué player of the match. Barcelona’s two equalisers therefore proved insufficient to earn a point from their visit to the French capital.
Barcelona now turn towards a weekend meeting with Real Madrid, a fixture highlighted in their match report. Their next Champions League opponent is Aston Villa on November 3, according to AS. The defeat ends their winning sequence, but their European campaign continues with that fourth league-phase match.
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