Paris Saint-Germain eliminated Liverpool from the Champions League after a dramatic penalty shootout at Anfield. Gianluigi Donnarumma’s heroics and Luis Enrique’s tactical brilliance secured PSG’s place in the quarter-finals. With their European dream alive, PSG now prepares to face Aston Villa or Club Brugge in the next round.
Paris Saint-Germain secured a hard-fought victory over Liverpool at Anfield, advancing to the Champions League quarter-finals after a tense penalty shootout. Luis Enrique’s side held their nerve, with goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma emerging as the hero after saving crucial penalties from Darwin Núñez and Curtis Jones.
Liverpool had taken an early advantage with a goal from Harvey Elliott, but Ousmane Dembélé equalized for PSG to force extra time. Despite both teams creating chances, neither could find a decisive winner in 120 minutes. The shootout saw Vitinha, Gonçalo Ramos, Dembélé, and Désiré Doué convert for PSG, ensuring their place in the last eight.
Speaking after the match, Enrique dismissed the notion that penalties are purely a lottery, emphasizing PSG’s composure and determination. "Mindset plays a huge role," he said. "We showed character and deserved to go through."
The victory marks a significant moment for PSG, who are still chasing their first Champions League title. Enrique, who previously led Barcelona to European glory, hopes to guide the Parisians one step closer this time around.
PSG will now face either Aston Villa or Club Brugge in the quarter-finals as they continue their quest for European dominance.
