16 Shots on Goal: PSG Stuns Barcelona in First Leg of Champions League Clash
A Historic Victory
In a stunning turn of events, Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) dominated Barcelona FC in the first leg of their Champions League round of 16 clash. Despite playing away from home, PSG outplayed the Spanish champions, unleashing a barrage of attacks and amassing an impressive 16 shots on goal.
Key Moments
After a scoreless first half, PSG took the lead in the 32nd minute thanks to a goal from Luis Suárez. Barcelona responded quickly when Layvin Kurzawa scored an own goal just seven minutes later. Lionel Messi equalized for Barcelona in the 50th minute with a penalty, but Neymar struck back for PSG with two goals in the 88th and 90th+1 minutes, both from the penalty spot.
Barcelona managed to score a late consolation goal through Sergi Roberto in the 90th+5 minute, but it was too little, too late. PSG secured a crucial 4-1 victory, putting them in a strong position ahead of the second leg at the Camp Nou.
This result marks a significant milestone for PSG, who have never beaten Barcelona in a competitive match before. The French champions will now head into the second leg with a healthy advantage and the belief that they can make history and advance to the quarterfinals.
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