21.10.2026 14:00
Barcelona complained to UEFA about a banner reading “Paris-style massacre” unfurled in the stands during the Champions League match in which they lost 4-2 to PSG. It was stated that the banner, which references the film The Texas Chainsaw Massacre, contains violent elements.
In the third week of the UEFA Champions League, the banner unfurled in the stands during the match between Paris Saint-Germain and Barcelona drew the reaction of the Catalan club.
Barcelona, who lost the clash at the Parc des Princes 4-2, lodged a complaint with UEFA before the match due to the banner displayed behind the goal.
REACTION TO THE BANNER READING “PARIS-STYLE MASSACRE”
According to Mundo Deportivo, Barcelona reported the banner bearing the French phrase “Paris-style massacre” to UEFA on the grounds that it explicitly contained violent elements. The banner also featured an image referencing the 1974 film The Texas Chain Saw Massacre.
IT DEMANDED THE REMOVAL OF BANNERS CONTAINING INSULTS
Barcelona’s objection was not limited to this banner. It was reported that the Catalan team also requested the removal of other banners unfurled in the stands during the match that contained insults against the club.
PSG MADE IT THREE OUT OF THREE
PSG, winning the match, completed its first three Champions League matches with victories. The Paris team’s goals were scored by Desire Doue, Lucas Hernandez, Vitinha and Fabian Ruiz. Barcelona’s goals came from Xavi Espart and Lamine Yamal.