Stoppage-time winner seals dramatic win for PSG
Paris Saint-Germain produced a late miracle on the road, clinching a 2-1 victory at Barcelona in a dramatic Champions League clash. Gonçalo Ramos struck in the 91st minute after a patient buildup, delivering a telling reminder that European football rarely goes to script. The 19-year-old Senny Mayulu had earlier equalised for PSG, finishing from 14–15 metres, with Nuno Mendes delivering the assist that changed the course of the game.
How the goals unfolded
Barcelona opened the scoring after a fluid chain of passes: Lamine Yamal linked with Pedri, then a bizarre touchpoint involving a misdirected ball to an opposing goal threat, before Ferrán Torres steadied himself to slot past the goalkeeper. The move illustrated Barcelona’s ability to control long phases of play, especially in the opening exchanges, as PSG’s defense wrestled to find its footing.
PSG’s response gathered momentum after the interval. The visitors gradually imposed themselves, believing that the high line drawn by Barcelona could be exploited by quick, direct breaks. It was Mayulu who drew PSG level with a calm finish, a sign of the youngster’s poise in a high-stakes atmosphere.
Mayulu’s equaliser and Ramos’ late winner
Mayulu, 19, claimed his moment by tucking the ball home after a moment of poise in front of goal. Only minutes later, PSG issued a finishing flourish that Barcelona could not contain. Gonçalo Ramos was picked out by a perfect cross from Achraf Hakimi in the 91st minute, guiding the ball home as Barcelona’s back line pressed too high and left space behind the last line for a decisive counterattack.
Referee decision becomes talking point
The match included on-pitch controversy, with TV 2 experts questioning why Mendes did not receive a second yellow card after a late challenge on Lamine Yamal. The decision allowed Mendes to continue, and PSG coach Luis Enrique reacted by moving Mendes into a more advanced role after bringing on Lucas Hernández. Critics argued the yellow-card incident could have altered the balance of the match, underscoring how a single refereeing moment can swing a European night.
Tactical notes and implications
Barcelona started the game on the front foot, but injuries and absences — including Dembélé and Kvaratskhelia among others — began to bite as the match wore on. Morten Langli highlighted the risks of Barcelona’s aggressive defensive line, noting that PSG exposed the space with precise breaks and a willingness to press high when possession shifted. For PSG, the win was a testament to depth and resilience in a squad that fielded a mix of regulars and substitutes at a high-stakes away venue.
Standings and reaction
Barcelona still lead La Liga with 19 of 21 points after seven games, but this defeat will leave fans pondering what more is needed to balance the books in Europe. PSG, tied with Lyon at the top of Ligue 1 with 15 points, will take confidence from a tense win after a recent loss to Marseille. The result adds fuel to the narrative that both teams are capable of victory on their day, but also that consistency under pressure remains a work in progress.
Wednesday’s CL results at a glance
- Qarabag 2–0 FC København
- Union Saint-Gilloise 0–4 Newcastle
- Napoli 2–1 Sporting
- Borussia Dortmund 4–1 Athletic Club
- Arsenal 2–0 Olympiakos
- Barcelona 1–2 PSG
- Villarreal 2–2 Juventus
- Bayer Leverkusen 1–1 PSV Eindhoven
- Monaco 2–2 Manchester City
As the competition moves forward, both sides will look to adjust: Barcelona aiming to tighten the backline and PSG seeking to translate late-game moments into a consistent winning formula.
