Champions League Preview: Top Teams Face Tough Tests
Tuesday, October 20, 2026 · 15 days ago
As the Champions League continues, several exciting matches are set to take place. One of the most anticipated fixtures is between Paris Saint-Germain and Barcelona, which will take place on Tuesday at 20:00 BST. The French team is looking to match their club record of 13 consecutive Champions League matches unbeaten.
PSG's star player, Ousmane Dembele, has been in impressive form, scoring in each of his last six appearances in the competition. He is now tied with Kylian Mbappe for the record of most consecutive Champions League goals scored by a French player. Despite this, Barcelona has shown impressive form, scoring nine goals in their opening two league-phase matches.
However, the Catalan team will be without key defenders Jules Kounde and Eric Garcia, while PSG will miss left-back Nuno Mendes due to injury. This could give PSG an edge, but the match is sure to be an exciting one.
Another highly anticipated match is between Liverpool and Villarreal, also taking place on Tuesday at 20:00 BST. Liverpool has won both of their opening Champions League games, but Villarreal should provide a tougher test. The Yellow Submarine beat Napoli last week, but have never beaten an English side in the Champions League.
Liverpool has won 15 of their last 16 Champions League matches at Anfield, and their last five European meetings with Spanish opposition have been successful. The Reds will be looking to continue this winning streak against Villarreal.
Manchester United also has a chance to bounce back from their defeat to Atletico Madrid as they travel to Como. The Italian team lost to Feyenoord in their most recent European outing, which could give United an edge.