Liverpool scores late and beats PSG in the first leg of the Champions League round of 16
The English team is under pressure from the French team, and is counting on great saves from the goalkeeper to take the lead; the return match will take place next week
SUMMARY
Liverpool beat PSG 1-0 on Wednesday in the first leg of the Champions League round of 16. At the Parc des Princes, the English team struggled against Luis Enrique’s team, but Alisson made some great saves. The goalkeeper even started the play that led to the goal at the end of the game, in the 41st minute of the second half, which ended with Elliot’s goal. Now, Liverpool has the advantage for the return leg, which will take place next week.
ALISSON: THE NAME OF THE GAME
The Brazilian goalkeeper shone in the match against PSG. Away from home, Liverpool suffered from pressure from the French team and counted on great saves from Alisson. In the first half, the team led by Luis Enrique had 12 shots. On at least three occasions, the Brazilian made good saves. In the second half, PSG continued to press, and Liverpool defended themselves. Alisson appeared several times again and helped the team not to concede in the match. In the 41st minute, the goalkeeper sent the ball into the attacking half, Darwin Núñez fought for the ball, and passed it to Elliott, who invaded the area and opened the scoring.
