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Aston Villa Stages Comeback Against PSG in Thrilling Champions League Clash

After Achraf Hakimi's early goal for PSG, Aston Villa rallies with goals from John McGinn and Ezri Konsa, narrowing the aggregate deficit in a dramatic quarter-final return leg.

Ousmane Dembélé
Hakimi en duel avec Torres.
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Overview

  • PSG's Achraf Hakimi capitalized on an error by Aston Villa goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez to score the opening goal in the 11th minute, extending their aggregate lead from the first leg.
  • Nuno Mendes doubled PSG's lead with a precise finish after a well-executed counterattack, putting the visitors ahead 2-0 before Aston Villa responded.
  • John McGinn's long-range strike and Ezri Konsa's quick follow-up goal brought Aston Villa back into the match, reducing PSG's aggregate lead to just one goal.
  • A pre-match mishap at Villa Park saw the Europa League anthem mistakenly played instead of the Champions League anthem, creating a lighthearted moment before the intense game began.
  • PSG substitute Bradley Barcola demonstrated his versatility and impact, playing a key role in the team's counterattacking efforts during the match.