Paris Saint-Germain Shines in 2023-2024 Champions League Opener with 2-0 Victory Over Borussia Dortmund”
In a dominant performance at home, Paris Saint-Germain, led by Luis Enrique, secured a 2-0 win against Borussia Dortmund in the opening match of the 2023-2024 Champions League campaign.
PSG’s return from halftime proved to be a game-changer. After a goalless first half, the Parisians struck twice shortly after the break, causing significant trouble for the German side. Kylian Mbappé opened the scoring with a penalty in the 49th minute, followed by a sublime goal from Achraf Hakimi just nine minutes later. These two goals clearly reflected PSG’s domination in both halves, marking a perfect start to their Champions League journey amidst an electric atmosphere at the Parc des Princes.
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Goals:
1-0 (49th minute): Kylian Mbappé broke the deadlock for Paris Saint-Germain! Ousmane Dembélé, on the right flank, initiated a one-two with Achraf Hakimi and provided a pass to Kylian Mbappé. The striker’s shot was deflected by Niklas Süle’s hand in the penalty area, leading to a penalty kick. Paris’ number 7 calmly slotted the ball into the net.
2-0 (58th minute): PSG doubled their lead with an exceptional team play! A remarkable sequence of passes from the Parisians! Vitinha, found in the heart of midfield, moved to the right and initiated a quick combination with Achraf Hakimi. Following a clever feint, the Portuguese midfielder back-heeled the ball to Hakimi, who returned it swiftly. Vitinha, in the box, waited for Hakimi’s run and delivered a precise pass. The Moroccan international deceived Hummels with a shot feint before slotting the ball home with his outer foot from close range.
Man of the Match:
Achraf Hakimi (PSG): The Paris Saint-Germain full-back has undergone a transformation since Luis Enrique’s arrival, and he showcased his brilliance once again. Hakimi’s strong partnership on the right flank with Ousmane Dembélé and Warren Zaïre-Emery allowed him to actively participate in midfield play and make significant forward runs. It was his fantastic forward run that culminated in a superb goal, extending PSG’s lead in the match
