Match report
Paris Saint Germain 4-2 Barcelona: match report
Paris Saint Germain defeated Barcelona 4-2 in the UEFA Champions League at Parc des Princes on Tuesday, with key goals from Doue and Hernández.
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Paris Saint Germain secured a 4-2 victory over Barcelona in the UEFA Champions League at Parc des Princes on Tuesday. The match was part of the League Stage 3.
Désiré Doue opened the scoring for Paris Saint Germain in the 38th minute, assisted by João Neves, making it 1-0. Barcelona equalised in the 55th minute through Xavi Espart, with Fermín López providing the assist, bringing the score to 1-1.
Paris Saint Germain regained the lead in the 72nd minute when Lucas Hernández scored, assisted by Désiré Doue, making it 2-1. Barcelona responded again, with Lamine Yamal scoring in the 79th minute to level the match at 2-2.
The home side took the lead once more in the 81st minute as Vitinha found the net, making it 3-2. Fabián Ruiz sealed the victory with a goal in the 86th minute, assisted by Achraf Hakimi, bringing the final score to 4-2.
João Cancelo received a yellow card for Barcelona in the 17th minute. Paris Saint Germain had 47% possession compared to Barcelona's 53%. The expected goals (xG) were 3.8 for Paris Saint Germain and 2.2 for Barcelona. Paris Saint Germain had 15 shots on target, while Barcelona managed 5.
Going into the game, Paris Saint Germain were top of the table with 6 points from 2 matches, while Barcelona were in second place, also with 6 points from 2 matches.
By Footyaro Editorial Team · AI-assisted from match data, checked against our live data · Editorial policy
Before the game: Paris Saint Germain vs Barcelona preview: form
Paris Saint Germain will host Barcelona in the UEFA Champions League on Tuesday 20 October at 20:00 BST at their home ground.
Both teams are in excellent form, with Paris Saint Germain winning their last five matches. They recently defeated Manchester City 4-2 and Le Mans 3-1.
Barcelona also have a perfect record, winning their last five games. Their latest victory was a 5-2 win against Real Betis.
In the league table, Paris Saint Germain sit at the top with 6 points from 2 matches, scoring 10 goals and conceding 3. Barcelona are in second place, also with 6 points from 2 matches, having scored 9 goals and conceded 2.
Historically, these teams have faced each other multiple times in the Champions League, with both sides having their share of victories.
This match promises to be a thrilling encounter between two of Europe's elite clubs.
Match Events
All events- 86'Fabián Ruiz(4 - 2)(Assist: Achraf Hakimi)
- 81'Vitinha(3 - 2)
- 79'Lamine Yamal(2 - 2)
- 78'Lucas Hernández(Out: Warren Zaire-Emery)
- 78'Désiré Doue(Out: Senny Mayulu)
- 74'Xavi Espart(Out: Alejandro Balde)
- 72'Lucas Hernández(2 - 1)(Assist: Désiré Doue)
- 60'Raphael Dias Belloli(Out: Karim Adeyemi)
Match Statistics
All stats- 47%Possession53%
- 3.70Expected Goals (xG)2.20
- 15Shots on Target5
- 2Corners3
- 11Fouls10
Prediction
Live win probability
Paris Saint Germain 94%Draw 5%Barcelona 1%
Paris Saint Germain is most likely to win the game against Barcelona.
Match info
- Kick-off
- CompetitionUEFA Champions League · League Stage 3
- VenueParc des Princes, Paris · 48000
- RefereeOliver, Michael
- ForecastCloudy, 12.24°C
Last five games
Paris Saint GermainWWWWW
BarcelonaLLWWW
Standings
Full table| # | Team | P | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Paris Saint Germain | 3 | +9 | 9 |
| 2 |  Aston Villa | 3 | +9 | 9 |
| 3 |  Liverpool | 3 | +5 | 9 |
| 4 |  Real Madrid | 3 | +5 | 9 |
| 5 |  Real Betis | 3 | +3 | 9 |
| 6 |  VfB Stuttgart | 3 | +5 | 7 |
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Paris Saint Germain vs Barcelona: result, stats & highlights
Paris Saint Germain and Barcelona finished 4-2 in the UEFA Champions League (League Stage 3) at Parc des Princes. Played: (your local time).
Paris Saint Germain are 1st in the table on 9 points; Barcelona are 8th on 6.
Recent form: Paris Saint Germain WWWWW, Barcelona LLWWW.
Head-to-head (last 6): Paris Saint Germain 4 wins, 1 draws, Barcelona 1 wins.
See the goals and key events, lineups, team statistics below.