Paris Saint-Germain Beat Barcelona 6-4 on Aggregate to Reach Champions League Semifinals
Live Reaction and Highlights
Paris Saint-Germain booked their place in the Champions League semifinals after a thrilling 6-4 aggregate victory over Barcelona. The Parisians won the second leg 1-1 at the Parc des Princes, securing their progression thanks to their 4-1 first-leg triumph.
Neymar's Late Goal Secures Draw
Neymar scored a late equalizer for PSG in the 90+1' minute, canceling out Lionel Messi's penalty for Barcelona. The Brazilian forward's goal sent the Parc des Princes into raptures and sealed PSG's passage to the last four.
The match was end-to-end throughout, with both teams creating numerous chances. PSG were the more clinical side on the night, however, and they ultimately deserved their victory.
Messi's Penalty Gives Barcelona Hope
Messi opened the scoring for Barcelona in the 37th minute, converting a penalty after he was fouled by Presnel Kimpembe. The Argentine magician's goal gave Barcelona a glimmer of hope, but it was ultimately not enough to prevent PSG from reaching the semifinals.
PSG Clinical in Front of Goal
PSG were clinical in front of goal, taking their chances when they came. Kylian Mbappé scored in the first leg, while Moise Kean netted the winner in the second leg. Neymar's late equalizer ensured that PSG would not be denied a place in the last four.
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