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PSG Advances to Champions League Semi-Finals Despite Aston Villa Defeat

A turbulent second leg saw defensive lapses and near elimination, but Paris Saint-Germain secured progression on aggregate with standout performances from key players.

Aston Villa-PSG
Ousmane Dembélé
Hakimi en duel avec Torres.
Aston Villa-Paris SG

Overview

  • PSG qualified for the Champions League semi-finals on a 5-4 aggregate after a 3-2 loss to Aston Villa in the second leg.
  • Early goals by Achraf Hakimi and Nuno Mendes gave PSG a 2-0 lead, but defensive errors allowed Villa to mount a comeback.
  • Gianluigi Donnarumma delivered crucial saves under pressure, preventing further damage and ensuring PSG's progression.
  • Luis Enrique and players acknowledged overconfidence and lapses in focus as critical issues that nearly cost them the tie.
  • PSG's semi-final opponent will be determined by the Arsenal versus Real Madrid tie, with Arsenal holding a 3-0 first-leg advantage.