December 10, 2024 at 10:18 PM

Paris Saint-Germain Revives Champions League Hopes with 3-0 Victory Over Salzburg

Paris Saint-Germain secured a crucial 3-0 win against Salzburg, bolstering their chances of advancing in the UEFA Champions League.

Paris Saint-Germain Revives Champions League Hopes with 3-0 Victory Over Salzburg

Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) reignited their UEFA Champions League campaign with a commanding 3-0 victory over Salzburg. The match, held at Red Bull Arena, saw PSG dominate from the outset, creating multiple scoring opportunities.

The breakthrough came in the 30th minute when Gonçalo Ramos capitalized on a cross from Bradley Barcola. Achraf Hakimi's header set up Ramos, who finished from close range, marking PSG's first goal by a forward in the Champions League since Kylian Mbappé's strike in April.

In the second half, PSG continued to assert control. In the 72nd minute, Nuno Mendes doubled the lead, converting another assist from Barcola. The victory was sealed five minutes from time when Desire Doue added a third goal, following a well-executed play involving Hakimi and Vitinha.

This decisive win elevates PSG's position in Group A, keeping their hopes alive for progression to the knockout stages. Manager Luis Enrique expressed satisfaction with the team's performance but emphasized the need for continued focus in upcoming matches.