Paris Saint-Germain suffered a 1-0 defeat against Liverpool on Wednesday in the first leg of the Champions League Round of 16.
Despite dominating the game, the Parisians failed to capitalize on their numerous chances and were ultimately punished by a late goal from Elliott (87′). This frustrating scenario significantly complicates their hopes of qualification.
A Dominant but Wasteful PSG
From the opening minutes, PSG set the tempo, pinning Liverpool in their own half and creating multiple dangerous opportunities. Dembélé was lively and nearly decisive on several occasions, while Kvaratskhelia saw his stunning goal ruled out for offside. However, Paris struggled to break through, with Alisson making crucial saves to keep the Reds in the game.
In the second half, Luis Enrique’s men maintained their dominance, but their lack of efficiency remained an issue. Barcola and Dembélé missed key chances, while Vitinha and Joao Neves worked tirelessly to dictate play without success.
A Crushing Blow Ahead of the Second Leg
Despite barely troubling Donnarumma throughout the match, Liverpool capitalized on a rare opportunity in the closing minutes. Elliott, coming off the bench, delivered a stunning strike to sink PSG and leave their supporters frustrated.
This loss drastically reduces PSG’s qualification chances. Before the match, Football Meets Data estimated their chances of advancing at around 42%. Now, those odds have plummeted to just 16%. Paris faces a monumental challenge at Anfield, where they must overturn the deficit to keep their Champions League hopes alive.
