In an electrifying UEFA Champions League semi-final first leg on Wednesday, Borussia Dortmund secured a vital 1-0 victory over visiting Paris Saint-Germain (PSG). The home crowd erupted in the 35th minute when Niclas Fullkrug received a pinpoint, lofted pass from Nico Schlotterbeck. Demonstrating exceptional pace, Fullkrug outmaneuvered PSG defender Lucas Hernandez before calmly slotting the ball into the bottom left corner past a stranded Gianluigi Donnarumma.
The second half saw PSG intensify their efforts to find an equalizer. Kylian Mbappé, the French superstar and World Cup winner, came agonizingly close on two occasions, hitting the post twice in quick succession. Despite PSG’s relentless attacks, Dortmund’s defense remained resilient, preserving their slender lead until the final whistle.
The victory gives Dortmund a crucial edge heading into the second leg in Paris. Meanwhile, PSG will be eager to overturn the deficit on home soil as both teams vie for a spot in the Champions League final. Football enthusiasts worldwide eagerly anticipate the next chapter of this thrilling encounter.
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Dortmund takes early advantage against PSG in Champions League semis
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