Bayer Leverkusen suffered a stunning 7-2 defeat to Paris Saint-Germain in a champions League match marked by a red card, penalty, and a rapid collapse in the first half. the result represents a significant setback for Leverkusen’s European ambitions and exposes vulnerabilities in their defense.
The match took a dramatic turn in the 37th minute when PSG‘s Zabarnyi was sent off for denying a clear goal-scoring chance to Kofane, leading to a penalty successfully converted by Aleix Garcia to equalize the score at 1-1. However, any hopes of a Leverkusen comeback were quickly extinguished as PSG responded with a blistering attacking display.
PSG seized control with three speedy counter-attack goals before halftime, courtesy of Doué (41st minute), Kvaratskhelia (44th minute), and another goal from Doué (45+3 minute), establishing a commanding 4-1 lead.
The second half saw further misery for Leverkusen as Mendes extended PSG’s advantage to 5-1 just five minutes after the restart. Garcia briefly offered a glimmer of hope with a spectacular 25-meter strike for his second goal of the match, but PSG quickly reasserted their dominance.
World Footballer of the year Ousmane Dembélé, introduced in the 63rd minute, scored just three minutes later to make it 6-2. Vitinha completed the rout with a late goal, sealing a comprehensive 7-2 victory for PSG.
“Man hat vielleicht gedacht, PSG gerade im Griff zu haben. Dann haben sie haben kopflos agiert,” commented TV expert Matthias Sammer on “Prime Video,” criticizing Leverkusen’s lapse in composure after equalizing.
