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According to a report shared on Fabrizio Romano’s official Facebook page on Wednesday, October 21, 2026, Anthony Gordon has acknowledged that Paris Saint-Germain deserved their 4-2 victory over Barcelona in the UEFA Champions League.
Speaking during a post-match press conference, Gordon praised the French champions for their impressive performances in recent seasons, describing them as one of the strongest teams in European football.
“PSG deserved to win. They have been the team to beat in the last two years and they still are,” Gordon said.
PSG delivered an impressive attacking performance to overcome Barcelona, with the result highlighting their ability to compete against Europe’s leading clubs.
The victory provided another boost to the French side’s confidence as they continue their Champions League campaign, while Barcelona were left to reflect on a disappointing result.
Gordon also admitted that his own team must raise its level if it hopes to compete consistently with Europe’s elite and establish itself among the leading contenders for the competition.
“We have to be better. We have to become the team to beat,” he added.
His comments reflected the disappointment following the defeat and the recognition that further improvements are necessary to challenge teams capable of delivering performances at PSG’s level.
For PSG, the win represents an important result against one of European football’s most prominent clubs and reinforces their ambitions in the Champions League.
Meanwhile, Gordon’s assessment serves as a reminder of the standards required to succeed at the highest level, with consistency and improved performances likely to be crucial in the matches ahead.