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Barcelona faces Paris Saint-Germain this Wednesday, October 1, 2025, in the second round of the UEFA Champions League league phase. The match kicks off at 4 PM (Brasília time) at Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys in Barcelona, Spain, with live broadcast on TNT and HBO Max. Both teams aim to maintain their 100% record in the competition after victories in their opening matches.
The clash marks a reunion between Barcelona’s coach Hansi Flick and PSG’s Luis Enrique, a former Barcelona manager. Barcelona arrives on a five-game winning streak across all competitions, including a 2-1 win over Newcastle in the Champions League. PSG, the reigning champions, started their title defense with a 4-0 thrashing of Atalanta and lead Ligue 1 with 15 points from five rounds.
- Barcelona: unbeaten at home in the last Champions League edition, averaging three goals per game in La Liga.
- PSG: solid defense, conceding only two goals in Ligue 1, but dealing with absences like Ousmane Dembélé.
- Head-to-head: 15 Champions League clashes, with six Barcelona wins, five PSG wins, and four draws.
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— FC Barcelona (@FCBarcelona) October 1, 2025
Teams’ current form
Barcelona leads La Liga after a 2-1 victory over Real Sociedad last weekend. Their attack, led by Robert Lewandowski, has scored 15 goals in five domestic matches. In the Champions League, they showed defensive balance against Newcastle, conceding just one goal.
PSG reclaimed the Ligue 1 lead with a 2-0 win over Auxerre but faced recent inconsistencies in the French league. Their 4-0 rout of Atalanta highlighted their offensive strength, with goals from Marquinhos and other starters. Luis Enrique is focusing on squad rotation to manage injuries.
Probable lineups and absences
Barcelona, under Hansi Flick, is expected to field Szczesny in goal, with Koundé, Cubarsí, Araújo, and Gerard Martín in defense. De Jong, Pedri, and Dani Olmo organize the midfield, while Lamine Yamal, Lewandowski, and Marcus Rashford lead the attack. Absences include Ter Stegen, Raphinha, Gavi, and Fermín López, all injured.
PSG, led by Luis Enrique, relies on Chevalier in goal, with Hakimi, Zabarnyi, Pacho, and Nuno Mendes in defense. Zaïre-Emery, Mayulu, and Fabián Ruiz form the midfield, with Doué, Gonçalo Ramos, and Barcola up front. Dembélé, Marquinhos, and Désiré Doué are out injured, with doubts over Vitinha and Lee.
The match will be officiated by Michael Oliver from England, assisted by Stuart Burt and James Mainwaring. Andrew Madley is the fourth official, and Jarred Gillett operates the VAR. Oliver officiated 12 Champions League games last season, averaging 4.2 cards per match.
Head-to-head history in Europe
Barcelona and PSG face off for the 16th time in the Champions League since 2013. PSG won their last encounter in the 2024/25 quarterfinals, 4-1 on aggregate, led by then-player Mbappé. At home, Barcelona holds an edge, with three wins and two draws in the last five home games.
The 2021 round of 16 saw PSG advance 5-2 on aggregate. Lewandowski, with nine goals against PSG, is Barcelona’s top scorer in this rivalry. Yamal, at 17, aims to shine against French defenses.
Broadcast and match access
The game will air live on TNT Sports on cable TV, with Portuguese narration and commentary. On streaming, HBO Max offers the match for subscribers, including replays and highlights. Fans outside Brazil can watch via UEFA.tv in select regions, though with geographic restrictions.
Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys, with a 55,000-seat capacity, hosts the match due to Camp Nou renovations. Tickets sold out quickly, prioritizing Barcelona members. UEFA estimates a global audience exceeding 100 million for this classic.
Officiating and applied rules
Michael Oliver, experienced in high-stakes matches, will referee. Assistants Stuart Burt and James Mainwaring handle the sidelines, with Andrew Madley as the fourth official. Jarred Gillett, on VAR, will review contentious plays in real time.
Last season, Oliver issued 45 yellow cards in 12 Champions League games, with no red cards in similar matches. UEFA enforces semi-automated offside for precise decisions. Barcelona averages 2.1 fouls per home game, compared to PSG’s 1.8 away.
Barcelona aims to solidify their Champions League campaign with a win over reigning champions PSG. The match promises balance, with potent attacks and defenses tested by injuries. Fans can watch on TNT or HBO Max at 4 PM at Estadi Olímpic. The game is part of a packed European schedule, with weekly rounds until December.
