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(Video): PSG star’s brave clearance saves a goal but earns him a boot to the head

There’s been some thrilling football in the Barcelona – PSG game, but there’s also been some full throttle defending. If you enjoy CaughtOffside coverage and want to see more of it, add us as a preferred source on Google to…

Published: Tuesday, 20 October 2026 at 8:16 PM
(Video): PSG star’s brave clearance saves a goal but earns him a boot to the head
Key Things to Know
  • PSG defender Willian Pacho blocked Fermin Lopez's shot but was accidentally kicked in the head.
  • The crucial clearance denied Barcelona an equalizer after Matvey Safonov stopped an initial chip.
  • Pacho was able to continue playing after receiving on-pitch medical treatment.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Paris Saint-Germain defender Willian Pacho made a crucial goal-line clearance against Barcelona at the Parc des Princes, denying a goal but suffering an accidental boot to the head. Barcelona winger Fermin Lopez attempted a follow-up shot after Matvey Safonov stopped his initial chip, inadvertently kicking Pacho during the defender's brave intervention.

Pacho received medical treatment on the pitch and was able to continue playing through to halftime. The clearance preserved PSG's lead, which had been established earlier in the match by a goal from Desire Doue.

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