FC Barcelona faces defensive struggles ahead of Champions League match

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Last updated Nov 3, 2026

FC Barcelona faces defensive struggles ahead of Champions League match
Summary

FC Barcelona prepares to meet Aston Villa in a Champions League match at Spotify Camp Nou. The team has not kept a clean sheet in 18 consecutive European fixtures, with the last shutout occurring on April 9, 2025, against Borussia Dortmund. To date, the club has conceded a total of 50 goals in their last 29 Champions League matches. This performance raises concerns regarding its defensive capabilities as they aim to secure a position in the 'Top 8' of the tournament.

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  • •Barcelona has conceded in 18 straight Champions League matches.
  • •Last clean sheet was on April 9, 2025, against Borussia Dortmund.
  • •The team allowed 50 goals in their last 29 Champions League games.
  • •Barcelona hosts Aston Villa, currently co-leading their group.
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El equipo Español acumula un total de 18 partidos consecutivos encajando gol en EuropaTras el accidente en París, el FC Barcelona se reencuentra con la UEFA Champions League en el Spotify Camp Nou p...

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