Paris Saint-Germain eliminates Liverpool from the Champions League quarterfinals

On April 15, 2026, Paris Saint-Germain qualified for the Champions League semifinals after defeating Liverpool 2-0 at Anfield. Having won the first leg in Paris by the same score, the French team advanced with an aggregate score of 4-0. The match featured several key incidents, including the forced substitution of Liverpool player Ekitike in the first half due to an ankle injury, replaced by Salah. PSG also faced injuries, with Mendes and Doue being substituted. A critical moment occurred in the 65th minute when the referee overturned a penalty decision for Liverpool following a VAR review, concluding that Mac Allister had fallen easily. PSG is set to face either Bayern Munich or Real Madrid in the next round. The match concluded with PSG successfully maintaining their defensive composure despite pressure from the home crowd.