Paris Saint-Germain topples Liverpool in dramatic shootout
Paris Saint-Germain eliminated Liverpool in the round of 16 of the Champions League, although both teams deserved to advance. Coach Luis Enrique highlighted the thrilling nature of the competition.
Spanish coach of Paris Saint-Germain, Luis Enrique, after eliminating Liverpool in the round of 16 of the Champions League, expressed admiration for both teams. "Both teams were great", admitted Enrique, as quoted by the sportstar. He also emphasised that both PSG and Liverpool deserved to advance.
The first match in Paris ended with a 1-0 victory for Liverpool, despite the home team's dominance. A key role was played by Brazilian goalkeeper Alisson. The return leg at Anfield brought a balanced contest, ending with a victory for the Parisian team in the penalty shootout 4-1.
I think both teams deserved to go through to the next phase - said Enrique, highlighting the intensity of Liverpool's play.
Coaches on the match
Arne Slot, Liverpool's coach, despite the disappointment that his team lost the chance to continue, expressed pride in his players' performance.
He stated that it's a shock, but if you have to be knocked out, go out in such style, praising the fierce battle with PSG.
Liverpool, despite finishing the league phase in first place, faced a strong opponent in the round of 16. An additional blow for Liverpool was the injury to Trent Alexander-Arnold, who left the pitch in the 73rd minute. Slot said that when Alexander-Arnold has to leave the pitch, it never bodes well. He was also expressing concerns about his appearance in the upcoming League Cup final against Newcastle United.
The Paris Saint-Germain team, which has never won the European Cup, is now one of the favourites to triumph in the Champions League. In the quarter-finals, they will face Aston Villa or Club Brugge.
