Borussia Dortmund vs Paris St Germain: Champions League Semi-Final First Leg Recap
Borussia Dortmund secured a 1-0 victory over Paris St Germain in the first leg of their Champions League semi-final clash. Let’s dive into the match highlights:
Niclas Fuellkrug’s Decisive Goal
In the 36th minute, Niclas Fuellkrug scored the only goal of the match after receiving a well-placed pass from Nico Schlotterbeck. Fuellkrug’s precise first touch and low shot beat PSG’s goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma.
PSG Struggles Against Dortmund’s Defense
Despite their recent Ligue 1 triumph, PSG faced a resilient German defense throughout the first half. Kylian Mbappe, a key player for PSG, was effectively neutralized, making it challenging for the French side to break through.
Close Calls for PSG
PSG showed improvement in the second half, with Mbappe hitting the post in the 52nd minute. Achraf Hakimi also came close to equalizing but struck the woodwork. Fabian Ruiz and Ousmane Dembele had opportunities to score but were denied by Dortmund’s goalkeeper Gregor Kobel.
Pressure on PSG for the Second Leg
With Dortmund holding onto their lead, PSG will need a win in the upcoming second leg in Paris to advance. Vitinha’s near miss added to PSG’s frustration, setting the stage for an intense return leg.
The winner of this tie will face either Bayern Munich or Real Madrid in the next round, following their 2-2 draw in the first leg.