Paris Saint-Germain secured a 4-1 aggregate victory over Real Sociedad in the UEFA Champions League Round of 16, with a 2-1 win in the second leg at the Reale Arena in San Sebastian. Kylian Mbappe was the star of the show for PSG, scoring in either half to lead his team into the quarter-finals.
Kylian Mbappe First-Half Opener
Mbappe opened the scoring for PSG in the 15th minute with a stunning curling strike. The France international received a long pass from Ousmane Dembele and surged into the Real Sociedad penalty area. He feigned to shoot, shifted the ball onto his left foot, and fired a shot into the far corner of the net.
Kylian Mbappe Second Goal
Mbappe doubled PSG’s lead in the 56th minute with a simple finish. Kang-In Lee played a through ball into Mbappe’s path, and the PSG forward burst into the box and beat goalkeeper Alex Remiro at his near post.
PSG Dominance
PSG controlled the game for large periods, with Real Sociedad struggling to create clear-cut scoring opportunities. The Ligue 1 leaders were content to sit back and defend their lead, and Real Sociedad were unable to break them down.
Mikel Merino Consolation Goal
Mikel Merino pulled one back for Real Sociedad in the 89th minute with a deflected strike. However, it was too little too late for the Basque club, as PSG held on to secure their place in the quarter-finals.
Kylian Mbappe Performance
Mbappe was in inspired form for PSG, and his performance was key to their victory. The 24-year-old’s speed, agility, and finishing ability were too much for the Real Sociedad defense to handle.
Real Sociedad Struggles
Real Sociedad were outplayed by PSG for much of the game. The LaLiga side were struggling with injuries and had won only one of their last 10 matches in all competitions.
Conclusion
PSG reached the Champions League Quarter-Finals for the first time in three years, thanks to a dominant performance against Real Sociedad. Kylian Mbappe goals were the difference between the two teams, and the France international is now one of the most feared strikers in world football.
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