What Happened
Paris Saint-Germain FC (PSG) secured their place in the UEFA Champions League Round of 16 after a tense 2-2 draw against AS Monaco FC in the second leg of their playoff round. The aggregate score of 5-4 allowed PSG to progress, despite a challenging match at the Parc des Princes.
Why It Matters
PSG’s coach, Luis Enrique, acknowledged the difficulties faced during the match, stating, “We had the toughest draw in the league phase, and we are used to playing games like these against anyone.” The match saw Monaco take an early lead through Maghnes Akliouche, but PSG responded effectively after Monaco’s Mamadou Coulibaly was sent off, allowing them to equalize and take the lead.
What’s Next
Looking ahead, PSG will face either Chelsea or Barcelona in the next round. Enrique expressed confidence in his team’s ability to improve, stating, “Of course we can and want to improve, but there is also always an opponent and we knew how difficult it would be.” PSG currently leads Ligue 1 and aims to retain their Champions League title.
