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Dembélé Double Seals Semi-Final Spot for PSG Over Liverpool
15 Apr
Summary
- Ousmane Dembélé scored twice to secure PSG's 2-0 win.
- Liverpool's European campaign concluded with a 4-0 aggregate loss.
- Injuries and missed chances hampered Liverpool's performance.
Paris Saint-Germain eliminated Liverpool from the Champions League quarter-finals with a 2-0 victory at Anfield, completing a 4-0 aggregate triumph. Ousmane Dembélé was the decisive player, scoring twice in the second half for the French champions.
Despite a vociferous home crowd and a determined effort to overturn their first-leg deficit, Liverpool struggled to convert their dominance into goals. The hosts recorded a higher expected goals value (1.94 vs 1.25) and more touches in the opposition box, but crucial interventions and missed opportunities, including a disallowed penalty, proved insurmountable.
Liverpool's season has been plagued by setbacks, including a significant injury to Hugo Ekitike and limited playing time for summer signings like Alexander Isak. Manager Arne Slot acknowledged the team's ability to create chances but highlighted the need for finishing. The loss means Liverpool faces a potential trophyless season and must now focus on securing a top-five finish in the league to qualify for next season's Champions League.
