Munich, Germany: FC Bayern München and Paris Saint-Germain locked horns in a nail-biting encounter ultimately settling for a 2-2 draw in their UEFA Champions League Women’s Group C match. Both teams displayed attacking prowess and resilient defending throughout the intense 90 minutes.
The first half saw Bayern take the lead through Giulia Gwinn in the 36th minute assisted by Glódís Perla Viggósdóttir. PSG responded early in the second half with Tabitha Chawinga equalizing in the 73rd minute. The drama escalated in the final minutes with Sydney Lohmann restoring Bayern’s lead in the 75th minute before Georgia Stanway secured the equalizer for PSG in the 88th minute.
Both teams had their fair share of chances with Bayern edging out PSG in possession (47% vs. 53%) and shots on target (5 vs. 4). However, neither side could break the deadlock in the final minutes resulting in a well-deserved draw.
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Key Players and Moments:
- Sydney Lohmann: The Australian forward was a constant threat for Bayernscoring their second goal and causing problems for the PSG defense throughout the match.
- Georgia Stanway: The English midfielder stepped up for PSG in the dying moments scoring a crucial equalizer to salvage a point for her team.
- Giulia Gwinn: The German defender opened the scoring for Bayern with a well placed shot and was solid defensively throughout the match.
- Tabitha Chawinga: The Zambian striker equalized for PSG with a powerful finish showcasing her clinical ability in front of goal.
Gekämpft bis zur letzten Minute! Wir sind stolz auf euch, Mädels! #MiaSanMia https://t.co/TQdtuXa3i5
— FC Bayern München (@FCBayern) January 30, 2024
The Draw Leaves the Group Wide Open:
With this draw both Bayern and PSG remain tied for second place in the group with 7 points each behind Ajax who lead with 10 points. Roma sits at the bottom of the table with 5 points. The race for the top two spots in the group remains intense with all teams still in contention.
Overall, this was a thrilling encounter between two European powerhouses. The attacking intensity defensive resilience and last-minute drama kept fans on the edge of their seats. Both teams will look to build on this performance as they continue their quest for Champions League glory.
Additional Notes:
- The match was played on January 31st, 2024 at the Stad. a. d. Grünwalder Str. stadium in Munich, Germany.
- Ewa Augustyn was the referee for the match.
- Sofascore Player of the Match: Sydney Lohmann (Bayern München)
- Live stream information was provided for viewers who could access the U-TV platform.