Benzema’s Brace Sends PSG Out of Europe After Throwing Away 2-0 Aggregate Lead
Paris Saint-Germain were eliminated from the Champions League after a dramatic 3-1 defeat to Real Madrid at the Bernabéu, which saw them squander a 2-0 aggregate lead. The aggregate score ended 3-2 in favor of Madrid after an extraordinary comeback performance.
PSG were in control at halftime, leading 1-0 (agg: 0-2) thanks to Kylian Mbappé’s goal. However, Karim Benzema turned the tie around with a second-half hat-trick. Benzema scored in the 61st, 76th, and 78th minutes, securing a remarkable 3-1 victory on the night, and a 3-2 aggregate triumph for Madrid.
PSG, who had been favorites to progress, saw their European dreams crushed after an astonishing turnaround that left their players and supporters in disbelief.
