Manchester City’s Champions League hopes suffered a massive blow on Wednesday night after a shocking 4-2 defeat to Paris Saint-Germain at the Parc des Princes.
Pep Guardiola’s side seemed destined for a crucial win after dominating early in the second half, but a relentless PSG fightback left the Premier League champions stunned and on the brink of a group-stage elimination.
City’s Dream Start
City took the lead in the 50th minute when Jack Grealish reacted quickest to slot home a rebound, sparking hope for a significant result. Just three minutes later, Erling Haaland doubled their advantage with a clinical finish, silencing the home crowd. At 2-0, Guardiola’s men appeared in full control.
PSG’s Explosive Comeback
PSG, however, roared back into the game with a furious response. Ousmane Dembélé sparked the comeback in the 56th minute, latching onto a loose ball and firing past Ederson to make it 2-1.
The momentum shifted entirely two minutes later when Bradley Barcola pounced on a defensive lapse to level the score, sending the home fans into a frenzy.
Late Drama Seals PSG’s Victory
Joao Neves completed PSG’s turnaround in the 78th minute, rising highest to head in Vitinha’s perfectly delivered free-kick, putting the Parisians ahead for the first time in the match.
Despite City’s desperate attempts to equalize, Ilkay Gündoğan’s long-range effort skimmed just wide of the post.
The final dagger came deep into added time when Gonçalo Ramos scored an emphatic goal after a VAR review overturned an initial offside call. His stunning finish into the top corner sealed a famous 4-2 victory for PSG.
City on the Brink
The defeat leaves Manchester City teetering on the edge of an unthinkable group-stage exit, with Guardiola’s men now facing a must-win scenario in their remaining fixtures.
For PSG, the victory underscores their ambitions in Europe, with the team showcasing resilience and firepower to overcome one of the tournament’s favorites.
