Barcelona's '11 wins in 11 matches' streak ends with season-opening loss, suffering a 2-4 defeat to European champions PSG

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FC Barcelona, which had maintained an unbeaten run of 11 wins in its first 11 matches since the start of the season, suffered a decisive defeat at the hands of 'European champions' Paris Saint-Germain (PSG).

On the 21st (Korean time), Barcelona lost 2-4 to PSG in an away match for the third round of the league phase of the 2026~2027 UEFA Champions League (UCL) held at Parc des Princes in Paris, France.

Barcelona, which had continued its winning streak with 9 La Liga wins and 2 UCL wins since the start of the season, suffered its first defeat in its 12th match of the season.

On the other hand, PSG, which has won the UCL for two consecutive seasons, extended its recent seven-match winning streak in official competitions to take the top spot (3 wins) in the UCL league stage.

PSG broke the deadlock first. They took the lead with a goal by Desire Doue in the 38th minute of the first half. Barcelona responded in kind, equalizing with a goal by Xavi aespart in the 10th minute of the second half.

Following PSG's re-take of the lead via a header from Lucas Hernandez in the 27th minute of the second half, Barcelona leveled the score at 2-2 with a goal from Lamine Yamal.

However, PSG showed superior concentration in the closing stages. After breaking the tie again with a long-range shot by Vitinha in the 36th minute of the second half, Fabian Luis scored the winning goal in the 41st minute to seal the victory.

Barcelona led PSG in possession with 53% to 47%, but trailed in total shots, 18-22. The gap was particularly wide in shots on target, standing at 5-15, though goalkeeper Joan Garcia recorded 10 saves to prevent further goals conceded.

Meanwhile, PSG saw three players leave the match due to injury: Ousmane Dembele, Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, and Marquinhos. Barcelona also failed to avoid injury trouble, with Dani Olmo forced off in the 27th minute of the first half.

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