Paris Saint-Germain outclassed Liverpool FC (2-0) in the first leg of the Champions League quarter-finals, but the final score almost feels unfair. Driven by Désiré Doué and Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, the Parisians could have delivered a far heavier blow — 3, 4, or even 5-0 without exaggeration.
Behind this overwhelming dominance, however, a major controversy is growing. Two clear incidents in the box involving Ibrahima Konaté were simply not punished… despite VAR intervention. Enough to spark outrage.
Refereeing Decisions Ignite Debate
The foul on Nuno Mendes, in particular, is hard to accept. For David Ginola, there is no debate: it was a clear foul, and the refereeing decision is completely incomprehensible. Samir Nasri echoed the same sentiment, denouncing a blatant inconsistency and openly calling it a missed penalty.
Two denied penalties… that seemed valid. As a result, PSG leave the pitch dominant but frustrated, feeling wronged. A 2-0 victory that should have been far more convincing… and perhaps already ended any suspense.
Despite this, Achraf Hakimi and Luis Enrique have chosen not to escalate the situation publicly. Their tone remains measured, almost too restrained, while frustration simmers behind the scenes. The message stays the same: focus on Anfield, with qualification still to secure… but inevitably, a lingering sense of unfinished business.
♻️ VAR DON'T AWARD A PENALTY, GREAT CHALLENGE KONATE! pic.twitter.com/h5MxWanj1n
— Low Res Replays (@LowResReplays) April 8, 2026
Aurait-il dû y avoir faute et pénalty sur ce geste d'Ibrahima Konaté sur Nuno Mendes ? 🤔#PSGLIV | #UCL pic.twitter.com/BHaT58anJD
— CANAL+ Foot (@CanalplusFoot) April 8, 2026
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