UEFA Champions League
7:00 PMApril 14, 2026
Quarter-finals
Liverpool0 – 2
HT:(0 – 0)
Aggregate:(0 – 4)
Paris Saint Germain*Anfield
Referee: Maurizio Mariani, Italy
Liverpool
World Class
0
Solid
0
Bang Average
0
Lucky
0
Shocking
0
Paris Saint Germain
World Class
0
Solid
0
Bang Average
0
Lucky
0
Shocking
0
Match Stats
Lineups
Head-2-Head
Standings
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1.93
Expected goals (xG)
1.25
Passing
350 (77%)
Accurate passes
321 (77%)
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25
G
Giorgi Mamardashvili
6
D
Miloš Kerkez
4
D
Virgil van Dijk (C)
D
Ibrahima Konaté
85′ Argument
30
D
Jeremie Frimpong
8
M
Dominik Szoboszlai
38
M
Ryan Gravenberch
7
M
Florian Wirtz
M
Alexis Mac Allister
45+1′ Foul
22
M
Hugo Ekitiké
9
F
Alexander Isak
39
G
Matvey Safonov
25
D
Nuno Mendes
51
D
Willian Pacho
5
D
Marquinhos (C)
2
D
Achraf Hakimi
33
M
Warren Zaïre-Emery
17
M
Vitinha
87
M
João Neves
F
Khvicha Kvaratskhelia
72′ F
Ousmane Dembélé
81′ Replaced by W. Zaire-EmeryF
Bradley Barcola
90′ 52′ Replaced by D. DoueD
Lucas Hernandez
38′ Replaced by N. Mendes
UEFA Champions League Standings – UEFA Champions League
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Promotion – Champions League (Play Offs: 1/8-finals)Promotion – Champions League (Play Offs: 1/16-finals)
Paris Saint Germain silenced Anfield on Tuesday night, securing a 0-2 victory over Liverpool in the UEFA Champions League. A disciplined defensive display coupled with two sharp counter-attacks proved the difference for the visitors.
Coming into this clash, Liverpool sat third in the standings with six wins from eight matches. Meanwhile, PSG arrived in eleventh place, needing a strong result to climb the table after a mixed start to their European campaign.
The match began with high energy as Liverpool pressed early, looking to use the home crowd to their advantage. However, PSG remained calm under pressure, absorbing the initial waves of attacks with a compact shape.
The breakthrough arrived in the 34th minute against the run of play. A swift transition allowed the visitors to exploit space behind the Liverpool backline, and they tucked the ball home to take a surprising lead.
Liverpool responded immediately by pushing more men forward, but they could not find a way through the PSG defense. The visitors reached the interval with their slender advantage intact, frustrating the home supporters.
At halftime, the tactical question was whether Liverpool could maintain their aggressive approach without leaving gaps. PSG needed only to continue their composed defensive structure while waiting for further chances on the break.
The second half saw Liverpool dominate possession, creating several half-chances around the penalty area. Yet, the final pass often went astray, as the visiting goalkeeper remained relatively untested throughout the period.
Disaster struck for the hosts in the 78th minute when PSG doubled their lead. Another rapid counter-attack caught the Liverpool defense out of position, and the visitors slotted the ball into the net to seal the result.
Liverpool made several substitutions in the final ten minutes, but the momentum had shifted entirely toward the French side. The visitors controlled the tempo, effectively killing off any hope of a late home comeback.
Statistical analysis showed Liverpool held 62% possession and registered 14 shots, though only three forced saves. PSG managed 1.8 xG from just six attempts, highlighting their extreme efficiency in front of goal.
This result leaves Liverpool third in the table, still well-positioned despite the setback. PSG climbs to ninth, proving they remain a dangerous opponent in the hunt for the knockout stages.
