PSG thrash Slovan in Champions League opener
PSG began their Champions League title defence with a stunning 6-1 victory over Slovan Bratislava on Wednesday. Ferran Torres scored a hat-trick as the French champions produced a dominant display at the Parc des Princes. Ousmane Dembele also scored twice as PSG quickly took control of the contest. Dembele opened the scoring before adding another […]
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Paris Saint-Germain made an impressive start to their Champions League campaign, crushing Slovak side Slovan Bratislava 6-1. The highlight of the night was undoubtedly Ousmane Dembélé’s outstanding performance, with the French forward scoring twice and providing two assists. Dembélé, the reigning Ballon d’Or winner, has now scored eight of PSG’s last 15 goals in the UCL, solidifying his role as Paris’s true leader in the competition.
Another standout moment from the match was Ferran Torres’s hat-trick, marking the first time in PSG history that a player has achieved such a feat on their Champions League debut for the club. The Spaniard’s performance was a testament to the attacking prowess of the Paris side, with 35 shots on target – their highest-ever total in the competition.
The attacking display from PSG was undeniable, and their star-studded lineup shone in the 6-1 victory. In addition to Dembélé and Torres, Raphinha delivered a standout performance, contributing to his impressive season. The match schedule for the evening included other high-profile clashes, such as Fenerbahce vs AS Roma, PSV vs Shakhtar, and Bayern Munich vs Bodo/Glimt.
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