Alejandro Balde could start for Barcelona against PSG amid injuries
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 19, 2026, 7:35 AM
Last updated Oct 19, 2026
Barcelona's Alejandro Balde may receive a rare start in the upcoming Champions League match against Paris Saint-Germain on October 19, 2026. Injuries to key defenders Jules Kounde and Eric Garcia have created an urgent need for manager Hansi Flick to reassess his defensive lineup. Balde has only played 12 minutes this season, but the situation may offer him a chance to prove himself as the team navigates their injury issues. His last match appearance was in April, and a start in this high-stakes fixture would mark a significant change in his involvement this season.
- •Barcelona faces PSG on October 19 in the Champions League.
- •Jules Kounde and Eric Garcia are injured, increasing defensive pressure.
- •Balde has played only 12 minutes this season.
- •A starting role for Balde would be a significant change in his season.
- •Flick must find a solution to bolster the defense while maintaining attacking width.
- 7:35 AMYahoo Sports — Barcelona could call up promising academy defender for PSG clash as UEFA rules rule out another option – report
- 6:20 AMYahoo Sports — Fringe Barcelona defender emerges as unlikely option for crucial PSG clash – report
"According to Mundo Deportivo, Alejandro Balde could receive an unexpected opportunity to revive his season as Barcelona manager Hansi Flick considers his defensive options ahead of the Champions Leagu...
"Hansi Flick could turn to Barcelona’s reserve team for defensive reinforcements ahead of their Champions League clash against PSG.With Andreas Christensen already sidelined through injury, the Germa...
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External links- Yahoo SportsOct 19, 2026, 7:35 AMBarcelona could call up promising academy defender for PSG clash as UEFA rules rule out another option – report
Hansi Flick could turn to Barcelona’s reserve team for defensive reinforcements ahead of their Champions League clash against PSG.With Andreas Christensen already sidelined through injury, the Germa...
- Yahoo SportsOct 19, 2026, 6:20 AMFringe Barcelona defender emerges as unlikely option for crucial PSG clash – report
According to Mundo Deportivo, Alejandro Balde could receive an unexpected opportunity to revive his season as Barcelona manager Hansi Flick considers his defensive options ahead of the Champions Leagu...
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