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Champions League: the Minister of the Interior rules out the postponement of the PSG-Barça clash

Despite the social tension currently hitting the country and the violence experienced this weekend, Laurent Nuñez, Minister of the Interior…

Published: Wednesday, 28 October 2026 at 12:29 AM
Champions League: the Minister of the Interior rules out the postponement of the PSG-Barça clash
Key Things to Know
  • French Interior Minister Laurent Nuñez confirmed the PSG versus FC Barcelona match will not be postponed.
  • The decision follows recent social tensions and violence experienced across France over the weekend.
  • Nuñez made the announcement during a press briefing alongside Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu at Matignon.
The Story in 60 Seconds

French Minister of the Interior Laurent Nuñez has ruled out postponing upcoming European soccer fixtures, including the Champions League clash between Paris Saint-Germain and FC Barcelona in Paris. Speaking alongside Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu at Matignon on Monday, Nuñez confirmed that the game will proceed as scheduled despite recent social unrest and violence across the country.

Nuñez emphasized that the staging of Tuesday evening's match is not in question. He further clarified that other upcoming European Cup fixtures in France, including matches set to take place in Lille, will also proceed without postponement.

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