The Liverpool vs PSG Champions League Round of 16 first leg delivered high drama as Liverpool snatched a stunning 1-0 away win against Paris Saint-Germain at the Parc des Princes on Wednesday, March 5, 2025.
Despite PSG dominating possession, Arne Slot‘s side showed defensive resilience, with Harvey Elliott emerging as the hero — scoring the winning goal in the 87th minute with Liverpool’s only shot on target.
With this crucial away victory, Liverpool takes a slender advantage into next week’s second leg at Anfield — setting the stage for an intense showdown as both teams battle for a place in the Champions League quarter-finals.
Let’s break down the match highlights, key moments, and what’s next for both teams in this thrilling Liverpool vs PSG Champions League clash.
⚽ Liverpool vs PSG Champions League: Match Summary
- Result: PSG 0-1 Liverpool
- Goal: Harvey Elliott (87’)
- Venue: Parc des Princes, Paris
- Competition: UEFA Champions League, Round of 16 (1st Leg)
The Liverpool vs PSG Champions League encounter was a classic battle of defensive grit vs attacking flair:
- First Half: PSG controlled the tempo, with Khvicha Kvaratskhelia finding the net in the 32nd minute, only for the goal to be ruled offside by VAR.
- Liverpool’s Defense: Despite creating few chances, Liverpool‘s backline — led by Virgil van Dijk and Ibrahima Konaté — held firm, frustrating PSG’s Kylian Mbappe and Ousmane Dembélé.
- Decisive Moment: With just three minutes left on the clock, Harvey Elliott — who replaced Mohamed Salah in the 75th minute — finished off a swift counterattack, slotting the ball past Gianluigi Donnarumma to hand Liverpool a priceless away goal.
The final whistle confirmed Liverpool’s hard-fought victory — giving them the edge ahead of the Anfield second leg.
📊 Match Stats: PSG vs Liverpool
- Possession: PSG 65% – 35% Liverpool
- Shots: PSG 15 – 2 Liverpool
- Shots on Target: PSG 4 – 1 Liverpool
- Corners: PSG 8 – 3 Liverpool
- Fouls: PSG 12 – 10 Liverpool
While PSG dictated play for most of the match, Liverpool’s defense absorbed the pressure and capitalized on their one clear chance — a true example of smash-and-grab football.
🔥 Key Moments: Liverpool vs PSG Champions League
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🚫 Disallowed Goal (32’):
Khvicha Kvaratskhelia thought he had given PSG the lead, only for VAR to rule his goal offside — a pivotal moment that kept the scoreline level. -
🔄 Salah Substitution (75’):
In a bold tactical move, Arne Slot subbed off Mohamed Salah — bringing on Harvey Elliott. The decision paid off handsomely. -
⚡ Harvey Elliott’s Winner (87’):
Liverpool’s only shot on target came at the perfect time — a well-worked counterattack ended with Elliott coolly firing past Donnarumma for the match-winner. -
🛡️ Van Dijk’s Heroics (90+3’):
As PSG launched a last-ditch attack, Virgil van Dijk produced a crucial block to deny Mbappe — ensuring Liverpool kept their clean sheet intact.
🌟 What’s Next: Liverpool vs PSG 2nd Leg at Anfield
The second leg of the Liverpool vs PSG Champions League Round of 16 tie is set for:
- 📅 Date: Tuesday, March 12, 2025
- ⏰ Kick-off: 8:00 PM GMT | 9:00 PM CET | 3:00 PM ET
- 🏟️ Venue: Anfield, Liverpool
✅ What Liverpool Needs to Do:
- Win or Draw: Any result other than a defeat will see Liverpool through to the quarter-finals.
- A 1-0 PSG win would take the match into extra time.
- Conceding a goal means Liverpool must score at least once to avoid losing on away goals.
⚡ What PSG Needs to Do:
- Win by 2 goals: A 2-0 win or any multi-goal victory will send PSG through.
- A 1-0 win would force extra time.
- Scoring at Anfield will put PSG in a strong position due to the away goals rule.
With Kylian Mbappe, Dembélé, and Kvaratskhelia all expected to start, PSG will come out with all guns blazing — but Liverpool’s fortress Anfield is never an easy place to win.
Can Liverpool hold firm and finish the job, or will PSG produce a magical Champions League comeback?
📺 Liverpool vs PSG Champions League: Where to Watch the 2nd Leg
Fans around the world can watch the Liverpool vs PSG Champions League second leg live through the following broadcasters:
- 🇬🇧 UK: BT Sport 1 / BT Sport App
- 🇺🇸 USA: CBS Sports / Paramount+
- 🇮🇳 India: Sony Sports Network / SonyLIV
- 🇦🇺 Australia: Stan Sport
- 🇨🇦 Canada: DAZN
Don’t miss this high-stakes showdown as Liverpool and PSG fight for a spot in the Champions League quarter-finals!
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