Liverpool FC 0-1 Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) (PSG win 4-1 on penalties)

Date: March 11, 2025Venue: Anfield, LiverpoolCompetition: UEFA Champions League – Round of 16 (2nd Leg)

First Half

The match started at a high intensity, with both teams looking to gain control early on. Liverpool, playing at home, had the lion’s share of possession (55%), pressing high and trying to break down PSG’s defense. However, it was PSG that struck first in the 12th minute when Ousmane Dembélé capitalized on a defensive lapse to fire past Alisson Becker, giving the visitors a crucial away goal.

Liverpool responded with a flurry of attacking plays, with Mohamed Salah and Diogo Jota testing Gianluigi Donnarumma, but PSG’s defense, led by Marquinhos, remained resolute. The first half ended 1-0 in favor of PSG.

Second Half

Liverpool came out determined, increasing their attacking intensity. They recorded 7 shots in the second half, 4 on target, but struggled to find the net. Ryan Gravenberch and Dominik Szoboszlai dictated play in midfield, but PSG remained disciplined in their defensive shape.

As the clock ticked down, Luis Díaz and Darwin Núñez were introduced in an attempt to turn the tide. PSG, however, nearly doubled their lead when Khvicha Kvaratskhelia forced a brilliant save from Alisson. Despite late pressure from Liverpool, the match ended 1-0, taking the tie to penalties.

Penalty Shootout

Liverpool struggled under pressure, converting just one of their penalty kicks, while PSG were clinical, scoring four. Donnarumma’s heroics in goal proved decisive, as he saved crucial penalties to secure PSG’s progression to the quarter-finals with a 4-1 shootout victory.

Match Statistics

• Possession: Liverpool 55% – 45% PSG

• Total Attempts: Liverpool 10 – 7 PSG

• Shots on Target: Liverpool 4 – 8 PSG

• Corners: Liverpool 12 – 6 PSG

• Fouls Committed: Liverpool 14 – 6 PSG

• Yellow Cards: Liverpool 1 – 1 PSG

Man of the Match: Gianluigi Donnarumma (PSG)

With multiple crucial saves and two penalty stops, Donnarumma played a pivotal role in PSG’s victory.

Final Thoughts

Liverpool showed great resilience but lacked the finishing touch to overturn the deficit. PSG’s clinical finishing and defensive solidity secured their place in the next round. Luis Enrique’s tactical approach proved superior, while Arne Slot’s men will now shift focus to their domestic campaign.

PSG advance to the quarter-finals with a 4-1 penalty shootout victory after a 1-1 aggregate draw.