Liverpool secured a crucial 1-0 victory over Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) in the first leg of their UEFA Champions League Round of 16 tie at Parc des Princes on March 5, 2025. A late strike from substitute Harvey Elliott in the 87th minute sealed the win, giving Jürgen Klopp’s side an important advantage heading into the second leg at Anfield.
Despite PSG dominating possession and registering 28 attempts on goal, Liverpool’s defensive resilience, led by goalkeeper Alisson Becker, proved decisive. Alisson produced nine crucial saves—his joint-highest in a match for the club—setting a new Liverpool record for the most clean sheets in Champions League history with 22. Reflecting on his performance, Alisson described it as possibly the best of his career, while also crediting his teammates for their defensive efforts.
Liverpool’s breakthrough came moments after Elliott was introduced. Alisson launched a long pass forward, which Darwin Núñez controlled before setting up Elliott, who slotted the ball past Gianluigi Donnarumma just 47 seconds after coming on. The goal highlighted Elliott’s sharpness and impact off the bench, drawing praise from fans and pundits alike.
PSG manager Luis Enrique acknowledged his side’s dominant performance but lamented their inability to capitalize on their chances. He remains hopeful for a turnaround in the return leg at Anfield, where PSG will need a strong attacking display to overturn the deficit.
Liverpool will now look to defend their advantage when the two sides meet again, while PSG must produce a clinical performance to keep their Champions League hopes alive.
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