What Happened
Holders Paris St-Germain (PSG) secured their place in the last 16 of the Champions League by defeating 10-man AS Monaco. The match saw Monaco take an early lead just before half-time, with Maghnes Akliouche scoring from a well-placed pass by Mamadou Coulibaly. However, the game shifted dramatically when Coulibaly was sent off shortly after the hour mark for a second yellow card.
Why It Matters
PSG quickly capitalized on their numerical advantage, leveling the score through Marquinhos shortly after Coulibaly’s dismissal. The victory was sealed by Georgia winger Kvaratskhelia, who scored in the 66th minute, ensuring PSG’s progression in the tournament. Despite a late consolation goal from Jordan Teze for Monaco, the result highlighted PSG’s resilience and ability to perform under pressure.
What’s Next
With this win, PSG will face either Chelsea or Barcelona in the next round of the Champions League. The draw for the knockout stage is scheduled for Friday at 11:00 GMT, where PSG will learn their next opponent.