FC Barcelona's unbeaten run in the 2026/27 season ended on a sour note as they lost 4-2 to Paris Saint-Germain. The match, held at the Parc des Princes, saw the Catalans rally twice but ultimately succumb to late goals from the home side.
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Despite dominating stretches of the game, Barcelona faced a setback when Désiré Doué gave PSG a 1-0 lead in the 38th minute after a misplaced pass. Xavi Espart and Lamine Yamal managed to equalize for Barça, but Lucas Hernández, Vitinha, and Fabián Ruiz each scored for PSG, sealing the victory for the reigning European champions.
The match began with both teams attacking aggressively. PSG's Kvaratskhelia hit the post and had a goal disallowed early on. However, Barcelona responded with chances from Pedri, Dani Olmo, and Raphinha, the latter forcing a save from Matvey Safonov. A key moment came when Olmo was injured, coinciding with PSG's opening goal.
After halftime, Espart found the net in the 55th minute, leveling the score. The equalizer sparked renewed energy in Barça's play, as Yamal and Gavi came close to giving Barcelona the lead. However, Lucas Hernández restored PSG's advantage with a header from a corner in the 72nd minute.
Yamal quickly equalized again in the 79th minute, setting the stage for a thrilling finale. Yet, Vitinha’s goal in the 81st minute swung momentum back to PSG, followed by Fabián Ruiz's strike in the 87th minute, concluding the match at 4-2.
This defeat marks a harsh end for Barcelona's impressive start to the season. Nevertheless, the team has shown promise and competitive spirit against elite opposition, signaling potential ahead as they prepare for their next challenge against Real Madrid.