Champions League: Aston Villa Edges Closer to a Stunning Upset
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Barcelona and Paris Saint-Germain have progressed to the semi-finals of the Champions League. Barcelona faced a 3:1 defeat against Borussia Dortmund in the second leg of the quarter-finals, while PSG lost 3:2 to Aston Villa in Birmingham.
Both teams advanced due to their impressive performances last week, with Barça winning 4:0 and PSG triumphing 3:1.
Borussia started strong, taking the lead in the 11th minute through a penalty converted by Girassi.
This was just the beginning of a stellar night for the forward, who netted another just before halftime, making it 2-1, but Barcelona managed a temporary reprieve when Bensebaini scored an own goal.
Girassi sealed his brace in the 76th minute, ensuring a 3-1 final score.
PSG initially led 2:0 against Aston Villa with goals from Hakimi and Mendes after just 28 minutes.
Aston Villa pulled one back in the 34th minute as Tielemans’ shot was deflected by Paćo into the net.
The match saw Villa equalize in the 55th minute through Megin’s solo effort, and Konsa completed the comeback after Rashford’s assist electrified the home crowd.
Villa had a late chance to send the match into extra time, but failed to convert.
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Borussia is relentless, currently leading 3:1 against Barcelona, thanks to another goal from Girassi.
It’s a hat-trick for the “millionaire” forward!
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Asensio had a fantastic opportunity, but Donnarumma made a crucial save.
Rashford also missed a chance, as Villa continues to fight back.
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In a stunning turn of events in Birmingham, Villa now leads 3:2. A brilliant run by Rashford led to a pass to Konsa, who finished it off.
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Barcelona is trailing 2-1 in Dortmund.
Kunde provided an excellent pass to Fermin, who shot, resulting in an own goal by Bensebaini.
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Aston Villa has equalized against PSG – the score is now 2:2.
Megin took control at midfield, accelerated towards goal, and fired a long-range shot that found the net.
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Girassi scores again – Borussia Dortmund is now leading 2:0.
Svenson’s corner found Bensebaini, who set up Girassi for the goal.
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The second half has commenced.
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In Dortmund, Adeyemi’s shot was well saved by Szczesny.
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Aston Villa has narrowed the gap to 2:1 against PSG.
Quaracheli’s error allowed Rashford to assist Tielemans, whose shot was deflected by Paco into the goal.
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PSG has doubled their lead to 2:0 over Aston Villa, with Nuno Mendes scoring.
Dembele initiated the play, crossing from the right into the penalty area where Mendes tucked it away.
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Villa had their chance as well, but Rodgers shot wide of the goal.
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In Birmingham, Torres took advantage of a Vitinja error, but Donnarumma made a splendid save.
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Borussia found the net again, but Gross’ goal was ruled out for offside.
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PSG is leading Aston Villa 1:0.
On a quick counterattack, Hakimi capitalized on a misunderstanding between Martinez and Torres to score.
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Borussia is up 1:0 with Girassi converting a penalty.
Szczesny clipped Gross leading to the foul.
Borussia’s early dominance is apparent, as Barcelona struggles to advance.
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Borussia went all-in, relentlessly pressuring Barcelona, who struggled to defend in the opening moments.
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Borussia Dortmund threatened early, with Girassi’s effort cleared by Barcelona defenders.
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Aston Villa seized a chance from a corner; Tielemans shot but was denied, leading to another corner opportunity.