The first quarter-final match of the Champions League between “Paris Saint-Germain” and “Real Madrid” ended in Paris. The home team won 1-0 thanks to a goal from Kylian Mbappé in the 93rd minute.
The meeting was held with the advantage of the Parisians. Messi and Mbappe were close to success several times, but they were either unlucky or Madrid goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois got in the way of the ball.
In the 62nd minute, Lionel Messi failed to convert a penalty kick appointed by chief referee Daniele Orsato. Courtois parried the blow. But in stoppage time, Mbappe, after the transfer of Neymar, managed to hit the gates of the guests.
In a parallel meeting, “Manchester City” defeated “Sporting” 5-0 away. In the 7th minute, Riyad Mahrez put the “citizens” ahead and started the rout. Also scored Bernardo Silva (on the 17th and 44th minutes), Phil Foden (on the 32nd) and Raheem Sterling (on the 58th).
The return matches between the teams will take place on March 9.