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Barcelona’s defensive frailties exposed in 4-2 Champions League defeat to PSG

Barcelona's 11-game win streak ended in a 4-2 Champions League loss to PSG as defensive lapses overshadowed strong displays by Joan García and Xavi Espart.

By Parag J Kalita · Everything Barca

Published: Tuesday, 20 October 2026 at 9:20 PM

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Paris Saint-Germain defeated FC Barcelona 4-2 to end the Catalans' 11-game winning streak.
Desire Doue, Lucas Hernandez, Vitinha, and Fabian Ruiz scored for the reigning champions PSG.
Xavi Espart and Lamine Yamal scored equalizing goals for Hansi Flick's side during the defeat.

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Paris Saint-Germain ended FC Barcelona’s 11-match winning streak with a 4-2 UEFA Champions League victory on October 20, 2026. Hansi Flick’s side leveled the match twice through goals from Xavi Espart and Lamine Yamal, but defensive lapses allowed Desire Doue, Lucas Hernandez, Vitinha, and Fabian Ruiz to secure the win for Luis Enrique's team.

Barcelona suffered an early setback when Dani Olmo left injured in the 27th minute, while a makeshift defense missed Jules Kounde and Eric Garcia. Despite conceding four times, Barcelona goalkeeper Joan Garcia made eight saves, but PSG capitalized on late errors following Espart's substitution to seal the victory.

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