
UEFA Champions League
7:00 p.mApril 8, 2026
Quarter finals

Paris Saint-Germain*2 – 0
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LiverpoolPrinces Park
Refers to: José María Sánchez Martínez, Spain


Paris Saint-Germain


Liverpool
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2.27
Expected Goals (xG)
0.18
Passing by
681 (92%)
Accurate passes
178 (74%)

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Qualification/Relegation
- Promotion – Champions League (Play Off: Round of 16)
- Promotion – Champions League (Play Off: Round of 16)
Paris Saint Germain put in a masterful performance, defeating Liverpool 2-0 at the Parc des Princes, led by goals from Désiré Doué and Khvicha Kvaratskhelia.
Paris Saint Germain cruised to a dominant 2-0 win over Liverpool in an enthralling Champions League match on 8 April 2026. Young sensation Désiré Doué set the tone early and led PSG to a deserved victory.
Heading into this crucial Champions League tie, both teams boasted strong European credentials. Paris Saint Germain, in impressive recent form, were aiming to establish a home advantage. Liverpool tried to continue their continental progress despite a string of mixed results.
The hosts wasted no time asserting their authority. In the 11th minute, Désiré Doué broke the deadlock and found the net with a clinical finish to give Paris Saint Germain an early lead. His quick strike energized the Parc dels Princes crowd.
Liverpool struggled to get a foothold, absorbing significant pressure from PSG’s fluid attack. The Reds’ frustrations mounted, leading to defensive errors. Joe Gomez received a yellow card in the 28th minute for a late tackle.
Just three minutes later, in the 31st minute, Alexis Mac Allister also saw yellow for bringing down an opponent. Those bookings highlighted Liverpool’s difficulty in containing PSG’s attacking threat in the first half.
Paris Saint Germain held a comfortable lead at the break, but the question remained whether Liverpool could find a way back into the competition. The visitors needed a significant tactical change and more attacking impetus to challenge the dominant home team.
In the second half, Paris Saint Germain continued to dominate the midfield. They built attacks patiently, limiting Liverpool’s counter-chances. Khvicha Kvaratskhelia was a constant threat down the flank.
Kvaratskhelia doubled PSG’s lead in the 65th minute. João Neves made a precise assist and allowed Kvaratskhelia to calmly slot the ball past the goalkeeper. This goal further consolidated the control of the Parisians in the match.
With the game seemingly secured, both coaches made changes. Doué, having scored the opener, was replaced by Lee Kang-In in the 78th minute. Liverpool brought in fresh legs, with the introduction of Andy Robertson, hoping to spark a late comeback that never materialised.
The match statistics painted a clear picture of PSG’s dominance. They enjoyed 75% possession, registered 18 shots in total with 6 on target and boasted an impressive 2.27 expected goals (xG). In stark contrast, Liverpool only managed 3 shots, on target and just 0.18 xG.
This 2-0 aggregate victory gives Paris Saint Germain a significant advantage heading into the second leg. Liverpool now face an uphill battle, needing a strong performance at Anfield to overcome the deficit and progress to the UEFA Champions League.

