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PSG Stun Barcelona with 90th-Minute Champions League Winner

Barcelona’s perfect start came crashing down last night. At the Estadi Olímpic, Paris Saint-Germain overturned an early deficit to claim a dramatic 2-1 win—sealed by a late smash from Gonçalo Ramos. But this wasn’t just a last-gasp goal; it was a statement.

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PSG Stun Barcelona with 90th-Minute Champions League WinnerEarly Control, Then Collapse?Second Half Shift & Decisive MomentThe Numbers & ContextVoices from the SidelinesQuestions & ControversyWhat’s NextRelated Coverage

Early Control, Then Collapse?

Barcelona struck first in the 19th minute when Ferran Torres slid home a clean finish. The crowd roared. The flicker of confidence spread. At that moment, did anyone in the stadium believe Barça would end up defeated?

But PSG silently built their comeback. In the 38th minute, Senny Mayulu equalised, converting a slick assist from Nuno Mendes. It was a youthful spark amid a charged contest.

Second Half Shift & Decisive Moment

Once the second half began, momentum began to tilt. Barcelona began losing the rhythm that served them earlier, and PSG sensed it. Spaces opened. Pressure mounted.

And then, in the 90th minute, Achraf Hakimi burst down the flank and laid it off for Ramos, who thundered it in. Just like that, joy for PSG—despair for Barca.

The Numbers & Context

  • This marked PSG’s third straight win in Barcelona in major European competition. Reuters

  • Despite missing key stars like Marquinhos, Dembele, and Kvaratskhelia, PSG leaned on youth and depth to prevail. Reuters+2Reuters+2

  • Barcelona had decent control early, but fatigue and lapses cost them dearly in the latter stages. Flashscore+2The Straits Times+2

Voices from the Sidelines

Hansi Flick (Barcelona coach) — “Today, I don’t think we can say we’re on the same level … After 35 minutes, PSG took control … We lacked structure in the second half … We are very disappointed.” Flashscore
Flick admitted fatigue and defensive breakdowns were critical in the collapse. Flashscore

Luis Enrique (PSG coach) — “In the second half, I think we were sensational … We improved, equalised, and then showed our real potential … I’m especially proud of the team, the players and the supporters.” Paris Saint-Germain
He also pushed back on suggestions PSG’s win was about fitness or strength: “The comeback was down to attitude and confidence.” Barca Blaugranes+1

Questions & Controversy

  • Was Flick outcoached in the second half, or were his players simply worn down?

  • Did Barcelona’s defensive bravery become their undoing?

  • Is PSG now the dark horse of this Champions League season?

What’s Next

Barcelona will need to regroup fast. Can they rediscover balance in attack and shored-up defence? PSG, meanwhile, head into the next fixtures brimming with belief, having shown they can win when it matters.

Check out our match stories for Chelsea vs Benfica and Galatasaray vs Liverpool.

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