Watch our detailed recap of Paris Saint-Germain's challenging 1-0 victory over Girona in the UEFA Champions League. From PSG's dominating performance to the dramatic late goal by Nuno Mendes, we cover all the key moments and statistics from this thrilling match. Don't miss out on the highlights and post-match reactions! Hit the like button, subscribe for more football content, and let us know your thoughts in the comments below
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00:00Welcome to today's UEFA Champions League Match Review.
00:06Paris Saint-Germain battled hard to secure a narrow victory over Girona in their first
00:10group stage encounter.
00:13Stay tuned as we break down all the key moments from this thrilling encounter.
00:21The highly anticipated match between Paris Saint-Germain and Girona took place at the
00:26iconic Parc des Princes on September 19, 2024.
00:31PSG, known for their attacking prowess, faced a tough challenge from the Spanish side Girona.
00:39From the kick-off, PSG dominated the game.
00:44They started with intense pressure, creating several chances early on.
00:52Marquinhos had a notable attempt in the 11th minute, but his shot went wide.
00:57Marco Asensio also tried his luck, but the ball missed the target.
01:03Girona, despite being outplayed, managed to hold their ground in the first half.
01:12Their defence, led by goalkeeper Paulo Gazzaniga, kept PSG from scoring.
01:18The first half ended goalless, thanks to some crucial saves and well-organised defending
01:23from Girona.
01:30The second half saw PSG continue their relentless pursuit of a goal.
01:37In the 61st minute, Ousmane Dembélé had a clear chance, but his shot was expertly
01:42saved by Gazzaniga.
01:44Just minutes later, Okhraf Hakimi's close-range attempt was blocked.
01:54With time running out, it seemed like PSG would have to settle for a draw.
02:00However, in the final moments of the match, PSG finally broke the deadlock.
02:10Nuno Mendes scored the decisive goal, but it came via an unfortunate own goal from
02:15Girona's goalkeeper.
02:24At the final whistle, PSG had dominated with 26 shots, 5 on target and 64% possession,
02:33while Girona managed just 3 shots with 1 on target and 36% possession.
02:40Despite their dominance, PSG had to rely on a late own goal to secure their 1-0 victory.
02:48The match showcased PSG's attacking strength and Girona's resilient defence.
02:53While PSG will be pleased with the win, the close scoreline highlights the challenges
02:57they faced against a well-organised Girona team.
03:00This game serves as a reminder of the unpredictability of the Champions League.