In the match between PSG and PSV in the qualifying round of the 2024/25 Champions League, the home team relied on a brilliant moment from defender Hakimi to avoid defeat against the Dutch representatives.
Before facing PSV on the morning of October 23, PSG had struggled in this season’s Champions League. Under coach Luis Enrique, they won 1 and lost 1 in their last two qualifying matches, yet had not scored a single goal, winning their first match against Girona due to an own goal from the opponent. Their attack, which thrived in Ligue 1, has been disappointing in Europe this season.
With PSG lacking confidence and form in the Champions League, PSV approached the game with confidence and a desire to win after drawing both of their opening matches 1-1 against Juventus and Sporting Lisbon.
PSV, riding high with nine consecutive wins in the Dutch league, started impressively and played much more fluidly. They surprised everyone by scoring the opening goal in the 34th minute through Noa Lang.
On the PSG side, the attacking stars of coach Luis Enrique had a disappointing day against PSV’s concentrated and tenacious defense.
In a difficult moment, Hakimi became PSG’s savior. In the 55th minute, the Moroccan defender unleashed a powerful long-range shot to equalize at 1-1.
In the remaining time, both teams created numerous clear-cut chances but squandered them. In the 90+4th minute, PSG fans thought they would receive a penalty when Asensio fell in the box, but after VAR consultation, the referee denied the penalty for the home team. Ultimately, PSG drew 1-1 with PSV at the Parc des Princes.
Lineups for PSG vs. PSV
PSG: Donnarumma, Hakimi, Pacho, Mendes, Zaire-Emery (Mayulu 82′), Neves, Ruiz (Vitinha 59′), Dembele (Doue 81′), Lee Kang In (Asensio 68′), Barcola (Muani 81′)
PSV: Benitez, Dams, Boscagli, Flamingo, Junior, Saibari (Ledezma 84′), Tillman, Lang (Driouche 65′), Til, Bakayoko (Babadi 84′), De Jong