PSG TAKE CONTROL OF CHAMPIONS LEAGUE TIE WITH 3-0 WIN OVER BREST

Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) took a huge step towards qualifying for the Champions League round of 16 with a convincing 3-0 win over Brest in the first leg of their play-off tie.

Vitinha Opens Scoring with Penalty

The hosts got off to a perfect start when Vitinha converted a penalty just before the midway point in the first half. This goal set the tone for the rest of the match, with PSG dominating possession and creating numerous scoring opportunities.

Ousmane Dembele was the star of the show, scoring two goals to take his tally for the season to 23. His first goal came in the 68th minute, and he added a second in the 85th minute to seal the win for PSG.

PSG in Control Ahead of Second Leg

This win puts PSG in a comfortable position ahead of the second leg, which will be played next Wednesday in Paris. Brest will need a miraculous comeback to overturn this deficit, but it’s unlikely given PSG’s dominant form this season.

It’s worth noting that PSG have a strong record against Brest, having won 26 of their 42 domestic games against them, with Brest managing only four victories.

PSG’s Champions League Hopes Boosted

This win is a significant boost to PSG’s hopes of advancing to the Champions League round of 16. With a three-goal cushion, they will be confident of completing the job in the second leg and advancing to the next stage of the competition.

Brest Face Uphill Task

Brest, on the other hand, face an uphill task to turn the tie around. They will need to score at least three goals in the second leg and hope that PSG don’t score any. It’s a tough ask, but they will be hoping to produce a miraculous comeback to keep their Champions League hopes alive.