Champions League power rankings: Every team ranked before mouthwatering PSG and Barcelona clash

PSG and Barcelona made it two wins from two with statement displays and will play each other in Paris this week

By Jamie Braidwood · Independent

Published: Tuesday, 20 October 2026 at 7:29 AM

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The Independent ranked all 36 Champions League teams ahead of the clash between Paris Saint-Germain and Barcelona.
Paris Saint-Germain retained the top spot following their 4-2 away victory against Manchester City.
Barcelona moved into second place after extending their winning streak to 11 games with a 4-1 win over Galatasaray.

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The Independent has published its updated 36-team Champions League power rankings ahead of the upcoming clash between Paris Saint-Germain and Barcelona. Defending champions PSG remain at number one after defeating Manchester City 4-2 at the Etihad, while Barcelona climbed to second following a 4-1 comeback win against Galatasaray. Arsenal dropped to third despite consecutive victories, with Manchester City and Bayern Munich completing the top five rankings.

Jamie Braidwood notes that Aston Villa broke into the top ten following a record 6-0 victory over Fenerbahce, replacing Manchester United who slipped to 11th after losing to Atletico Madrid. Real Madrid sit sixth under Jose Mourinho, while Andoni Iraola's Liverpool hold seventh position.

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Champions League power rankings: Every team ranked before mouthwatering PSG and Barcelona clash

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