Barcelona Beat Slavia 4-2 to Seal Last-16 Spot Despite Pedri Injury

Barcelona secured qualification for the UEFA Champions League round of 16 with a 4–2 win over Slavia Prague in a high-tempo group-stage match that produced six goals and key injury concerns.

The hosts made a strong start and stunned Barcelona with an early opener, exploiting a lapse in marking from a set-piece situation. The goal unsettled the visitors, who struggled to control midfield exchanges during the opening half hour.

Barcelona equalised through Fermín López, whose low finish brought the contest level and shifted momentum in the Champions League clash.

López struck again minutes later, capitalising on sustained pressure to give Barcelona the lead. Slavia Prague responded almost immediately, forcing an own goal before the break to restore parity at 2–2 and keep the contest finely balanced at halftime in this six-goal thriller.

• Barcelona beat Slavia Prague 4–2 to reach Champions League last 16
• Barcelona seal knockout spot despite Pedri injury concern
• Lewandowski and Olmo score as Barcelona edge six-goal Champions League clash

Barcelona’s problems deepened early in the second half when Pedri injury concerns surfaced after the midfielder was forced off with a muscle issue. His exit disrupted rhythm and raised concerns ahead of a demanding fixture schedule. Despite the setback, Barcelona comeback play was driven by improved ball circulation and sharper movement in the final third.

Dani Olmo goal restored the lead with a composed finish following a quick passing sequence that exposed gaps in Slavia’s defensive line. As the home side pushed forward in search of an equaliser, Barcelona found space on the counter. Robert Lewandowski sealed the result with a late strike, adding another decisive moment to the night and easing Lewandowski concern over Barcelona’s attacking output.

The win confirms FC Barcelona’s place in the Champions League round of 16, while Slavia Prague exit despite a disciplined and competitive display.

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Attention now shifts to Pedri’s fitness, with medical assessments ongoing. Barcelona face a tight calendar ahead, and squad depth may be tested if the midfielder is sidelined. For now, the result delivers qualification, momentum, and a controlled response under European pressure.