PSG vs Barcelona Preview, prediction, injury news & lineups | Champions League 2026-27
The Parisians are on a three-match winning run against the Blaugrana!
Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) are all set to face off against FC Barcelona for their third league phase outing of the UEFA Champions League 2026-27 campaign. This will be a high-voltage clash, taking place at the Parc des Princes.
The Luis Enrique-led side might have failed to start their season on a positive run of form, but are looking sharp with each passing fixture. They have secured consecutive wins in their first two UCL games of the current campaign and it is safe to say that their title defence is currently going strong. PSG outplayed Enzo Maresca’s Manchester City in their last European fixture to secure an easy win.
They will now be eager to extend their winning run and being at home is going to be a massive advantage for the Ligue 1 giants. The Parisians are sitting at the top of the league phase table at the moment. Barca are going to bring a tough challenge for them.
Hansi Flick’s men are performing really well at the moment. They have secured wins in all of their last 13 matches. The Blaugrana came from behind to secure a 4-1 victory against Galatasaray in their last UEFA Champions League outing. They also have back-to-back wins in their first two league phase games.
Despite being away from home, FC Barcelona will be full of confidence and are going to bring a strong fight for the defending UCL title holders. The two clubs are going to produce an intense outing.
Kick-off:
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- Location: Paris, France
- Stadium: Parc des Princes
- Date: Wednesday, October 21
- Kick-off Time: 12:30 am IST (Tuesday, Oct 20; 07:00 pm GMT/ 03:00 pm ET/ 12:00 pm PT)
- Referee: TBA
- VAR: In use
Form:
PSG: W-W-W-W-W
Barca: W-W-W-W-W
Players to Watch
Ousmane Dembele (PSG)
Ousmane Dembele was one of the top performers for Paris Saint-Germain in their 4-2 win against Man City. He scored one of the goals and bagged an assist to help his side secure an important victory. The Frenchman is going to be one of the main men in the attacking front for PSG and will keep the opponent’s defence on edge.
Lamine Yamal (Barcelona)
The 19-year-old was the star of the show for FC Barcelona in their 5-2 victory against Real Betis in their recent LaLiga outing. He scored a goal and bagged an assist. Lamine Yamal also secured a couple of assists during the Champions League encounter against Galatasaray and will be eager to come up with another top performance to help Barca.
Match Facts
- PSG haven’t managed a clean sheet in their last four attempts.
- Barcelona have one clean sheet in their last three games.
- The Blaugrana are on a two-match losing run against the Parisians.
Betting Tips & Odds
- PSG to win @7/5 Unibet
- Ousmane Dembele to score @5/4 Ladbrokes
- Goals over 3.5 @7/12 Unibet
Injury and Team News
Senny Mayulu will miss out for Paris Saint-Germain due to his thigh injury. Defender Nuno Mendes will miss the Champions League match against Barcelona due to a thigh injury.
For FC Barcelona, Andreas Christensen and Roony Badghji will be unavailable. They are injured.
Head-to-Head
Matches played: 16
PSG (wins): 6
Barcelona (wins): 6
Draws: 4
Predicted Lineups
PSG predicted XI (4-3-3)
Safonov (GK); Hakimi, Marquinhos, Pacho, Digne; Neves, Vitinha, Ruiz; Akliouche, Dembele, Doue
Barcelona predicted XI (4-2-3-1)
Joan Garcia (GK); Eric Garcia, Cubarsi, Martin, Cancelo; Rodri, Pedri; Yamal, Lopez, Gordon; Raphinha
Match Prediction
Neither of the two clubs will be looking to back down easily and will produce a high-voltage contest. PSG at home are going to have a slight advantage. FC Barcelona are going to bring a tough contest for the Parisians.
Luis Enrique’s men are likely to come out on top and secure a win in their upcoming UCL contest.
Prediction: PSG 3-2 Barcelona
Telecast Details
India: Sony Sports Network, SonyLIV
UK: TNT Sports, Amazon Prime, BBC
France: Canal+
Spain: Telefonica
USA: Paramount+, TUDN, DAZN
When and where is PSG vs Barcelona UCL match?
This clash is set to take place at Parc des Princes on October 20.
Where and how to watch UCL live in India?
Sony Sports Network and SonyLIV can be used to view all the matches live.
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