Dortmund Ousts PSG to Reach Champions League Final

Borussia Dortmund has secured a spot in the Champions League final, thanks to a 1-0 victory over Paris Saint-Germain in the second leg of the semi-final, leading to a 2-0 aggregate win. Mats Hummels was the hero of the night, scoring the only goal of the match in the second half. This triumph marks Dortmund’s first appearance in the Champions League final since 2013, which was also held at Wembley Stadium. Dortmund’s impressive performance was characterized by a combination of solid defending and effective offensive play.

The match at the Parc des Princes saw Dortmund capitalizing on their one-goal advantage from the first leg. Despite Paris Saint-Germain’s efforts, including a total of 14 shots, Dortmund’s defense held strong, with goalkeeper Gregor Kobel making three crucial saves. The decisive moment came in the 50th minute when Mats Hummels headed the ball into the net from a corner kick, making it 1-0 for Dortmund and cementing their lead on aggregate.

PSG, despite having home advantage and boasting a star-studded lineup including Kylian Mbappé, were unable to overcome Dortmund’s resolute defense. This loss marks another disappointment for PSG, who have yet to win the Champions League despite significant investment in their squad over the years.

Dortmund’s victory sets the stage for an exciting Champions League final, as they await the winner of the other semi-final between Bayern Munich and Real Madrid. The final will take place at Wembley Stadium on June 1, offering Dortmund a chance to claim their first Champions League title since 1997.