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Paris Saint-Germain's David Beckham in action against Barcelona on April 2, 2013
Carlo Ancelotti denies being 'forced' to play David Beckham
Carlo Ancelotti slams suggestions that Paris Saint-Germain's Qatari owners 'forced' him to start David Beckham against Barcelona.
Apr 5, 17:44
Nou Camp
Barcelona lodge referee complaint
Barcelona file a formal complaint about the performance of referee Wolfgang Stark.
Apr 4, 23:21
Daniel Alves
Dani Alves: 'We can compete without Lionel Messi'
Dani Alves is confident that Barcelona can reach the semi-finals of the Champions League even if Lionel Messi is not fit.
Apr 4, 17:27
Paris Saint-Germain's Zlatan Ibrahimovic celebrates after scoring the equaliser against Barcelona on April 2, 2013
Zlatan Ibrahimovic confident of progression
Paris Saint-Germain striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic insists that the French outfit can make the semi-finals of the Champions League.
Apr 3, 15:20
Paris Saint-Germain's David Beckham in action against Barcelona on April 2, 2013
David Beckham criticised in France
A French newspaper criticises Paris Saint-Germain midfielder David Beckham for his performance against Barcelona on Tuesday.
Apr 3, 12:32
Barcelona's Andres Iniesta in action against Celtic on November 7, 2012
Barcelona's Andres Iniesta: 'Paris Saint-Germain tie not over'
Andres Iniesta claims that Barcelona need to step up their game against Paris Saint-Germain next week to progress to the Champions League semi-finals.
Apr 3, 10:56
Dani Alves
Daniel Alves: 'Draw at Paris Saint-Germain good result'
Daniel Alves is pleased with Barcelona's 2-2 draw at Paris Saint-Germain but admits that his side could have won the match.
Apr 3, 10:45
Barca coach Jordi Roura (left) with a club physio and manager Tito Villanova at training on July 17, 2012
Jordi Roura laments Lionel Messi, Javier Mascherano injury
Jordi Roura laments the injuries to Lionel Messi and Javier Mascherano that will keep the duo out of Barcelona's home tie against Paris Saint-Germain next week.
Apr 3, 10:21
PSG's Zlatan Ibrahimovic celebrates a goal against St Etienne on March 17, 2013
Zlatan Ibrahimovic hails Paris Saint-Germain "character"
Zlatan Ibrahimovic is pleased with Paris Saint-Germain's performance against Barcelona in their 2-2 home draw on Tuesday.
Apr 3, 10:00
Paris Saint-Germain's Blaise Matuidi on November 6, 2012
Blaise Matuidi "satisfied" with Paris Saint-Germain performance
Blaise Matuidi says that he is "satisfied" with Paris Saint-Germain's 2-2 draw with Barcelona at home in the Champions League.
Apr 3, 09:45
Paris Saint-Germain's David Beckham in action against Barcelona on April 2, 2013
Carlo Ancelotti hails David Beckham display
Carlo Ancelotti praises David Beckham for his performance against Barcelona.
Apr 3, 07:53
Paris Saint-Germain's boss Carlo Ancelotti reacts on the touchline in the match against Montpellier on March 29, 2013
Carlo Ancelotti: 'We know Alexis Sanchez is a diver'
Paris Saint-Germain coach Carlo Ancelotti slams Barcelona striker Alex Sanchez for 'diving' after the Chilean won a penalty in the sides' Champions League clash on Tuesday evening.
Apr 3, 03:52
David Beckham playing for Paris Saint-Germain on February 24, 2013
David Beckham hopes Lionel Messi is back for Champions League return leg
Paris Saint-Germain midfielder David Beckham hopes that Barcelona's Lionel Messi is fit enough to play a part in the two sides' Champions League clash next week.
Apr 3, 03:00
Javier Mascherano
Barcelona's Javier Mascherano out for six weeks with knee injury
Barcelona's Javier Mascherano has been ruled out for six weeks with a knee injury.
Apr 3, 02:31
Paris Saint-Germain's David Beckham in action against Barcelona on April 2, 2013
David Beckham "proud" of performance against Barcelona
David Beckham declares that it is a pleasure to start on a special night for Paris Saint-Germain in their 2-2 draw with Barcelona.
Apr 2, 22:11
Lionel Messi celebrates scoring for Barcelona
Lionel Messi forced off with hamstring injury
Lionel Messi suffers a hamstring injury that forces him off after 45 minutes of Barcelona's Champions League tie at Paris Saint-Germain.
Apr 2, 21:02

The Match

Analysis

Sports Mole looks over an entertaining first leg between PSG and Barcelona in the Champions League quarter-final.

Match Report

Blaise Matuidi scores in injury time to help Paris Saint-Germain draw their Champions League quarter-final first-leg tie against Barcelona 2-2 at home.

Live Commentary

Read how PSG snatched a last-gasp draw against Barcelona in the first leg of their Champions League quarter-final tie.

HT Report

Barcelona lead 1-0 after 45 minutes against Paris Saint-Germain at Parc des Princes, courtesy of a goal from Lionel Messi.

Team News

Paris Saint-Germain include David Beckham in their starting lineup for tonight's encounter against Barcelona.

Preview

Sports Mole previews the Champions League quarter-final first leg between Paris Saint-German and Barcelona in the French capital.

Build-up
PSG's Zlatan Ibrahimovic celebrates a goal against St Etienne on March 17, 2013
Zlatan Ibrahimovic: We can beat "best ever" Barcelona
Zlatan Ibrahimovic acknowledges the quality that Barcelona have but is confident that Paris Saint-Germain can beat them at home on Tuesday.
Apr 2, 13:43
Paris Saint-Germain's boss Carlo Ancelotti on the touchline during the Champions League match against Valencia on February 12, 2013
Paris Saint-Germain's Carlo Ancelotti confident of Barcelona win
Carlo Ancelotti says that he is confident of a Paris Saint-Germain victory over Barcelona at home in the Champions League on Tuesday.
Apr 2, 10:43
Barca coach Jordi Roura (left) with a club physio and manager Tito Villanova at training on July 17, 2012
Tito Vilanova to be on Barcelona bench against Paris Saint-Germain
Tito Vilanova will handle proceedings for Barcelona from the touchline against Paris Saint-Germain at Parc des Princes on Tuesday.
Apr 2, 10:30
Barcelona's David Villa is congratulated by team mates after scoring against Cordoba on January 10, 2013
Barcelona's David Villa: 'We must score in Paris'
David Villa urges Barcelona to score against Paris Saint-Germain in France in the Champions League on Tuesday.
Apr 2, 10:16
David Beckham playing for Paris Saint-Germain on February 24, 2013
Zlatan Ibrahimovic hails "fantastic" David Beckham
Zlatan Ibrahimovic backs David Beckham's experience to prove vital when Paris Saint-Germain host Barcelona tonight.
Apr 2, 05:08
Paris Saint Germain's Zlatan Ibrahimovic celebrates after scoring the opener on December 8, 2012
Sergio Busquets: Zlatan Ibrahimovic is "a great guy"
Sergio Busquets says that he never had any problems with Zlatan Ibrahimovic when the Swedish striker was at Barcelona.
Apr 1, 12:32
David Beckham playing for Paris Saint-Germain on February 24, 2013
Paris Saint-Germain's David Beckham: 'We can beat Barcelona'
David Beckham says that the Paris Saint-Germain players need to "convince" themselves that they can beat Barcelona at home on Tuesday.
Apr 1, 11:18
Argentina teammates Lionel Messi and Javier Pastore leave the pitch after beating Costa Rica on July 11, 2011
Javier Pastore: 'Lionel Messi match will be emotional'
Javier Pastore is looking forward to facing Lionel Messi when Paris Saint-Germain take on Barcelona in the Champions League.
Mar 31, 20:04
Tito Vilanova
Tito Vilanova to travel to Paris
Barcelona reveal that Tito Vilanova will be with the squad for their upcoming match against Paris Saint-Germain.
Mar 31, 14:27
Paris Saint Germain coach Carlo Ancelotti watches his team on December 8, 2012
Carlo Ancelotti happy to get Jose Mourinho's advice on Barcelona
Paris Saint-Germain coach Carlo Ancelotti says that he would like to hear from Jose Mourinho ahead of his side's clash with Barcelona in the Champions League.
Mar 31, 07:26
Tito Vilanova
Tito Vilanova to return to Barcelona bench for Paris Saint-Germain clash
Tito Vilanova will take charge of Barcelona on Tuesday when they take on Paris Saint-Germain in France.
Mar 29, 22:10
PSG's Zlatan Ibrahimovic celebrates a goal against St Etienne on March 17, 2013
Dani Alves worried about Zlatan Ibrahimovic
Dani Alves admits that Barcelona will have to be aware of the threat that Zlatan Ibrahimovic poses.
Mar 29, 10:04
Paris Saint-Germain's boss Carlo Ancelotti on the touchline during the Champions League match against Valencia on February 12, 2013
Carlo Ancelotti: 'Thiago Motta could miss Barcelona clash'
Carlo Ancelotti admits that Thiago Motta could miss the Barcelona Champions League quarter-final but is not focusing on the game just yet.
Mar 29, 09:43
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