A dominant PSG was ultimately punished late in the match—here are the press ratings after their heartbreaking loss to Liverpool.
Paris Saint-Germain seemed poised for a positive result against the Reds but suffered a cruel 0-1 defeat in the closing minutes of their Champions League Round of 16 first-leg clash.
From the opening whistle, PSG imposed its rhythm, creating numerous chances but repeatedly being denied by an outstanding Alisson. Despite relentless pressure and dangerous opportunities, the Parisians failed to convert, leaving Liverpool lurking for a late strike. With just three minutes remaining, Harvey Elliott capitalized on PSG’s inefficiency, securing a crucial win for Jurgen Klopp’s side.
Now in a difficult position ahead of the second leg at Anfield, PSG will need a victory to keep their Champions League hopes alive.
Player Ratings from the Press
Le Parisien:
- Barcola (6) – Dembélé (6) – Kvaratskhelia (7)
- Ruiz (5.5) – Vitinha (6.5) – Neves (5)
- Nuno Mendes (7.5) – Pacho (6) – Marquinhos (7) – Hakimi (5)
- Donnarumma (4)
L’Équipe:
- Luis Enrique (6)
- Barcola (5) – Dembélé (6) – Kvaratskhelia (6)
- Ruiz (7) – Vitinha (7) – Neves (6)
- Nuno Mendes (6) – Pacho (6) – Marquinhos (5) – Hakimi (5)
- Donnarumma (4)
With the return leg looming, PSG must find solutions to their finishing struggles if they want to turn the tie around at Anfield.
