Over the last decade, Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) has experienced several heartbreaking collapses in the Champions League, notably against Barcelona and Manchester United. This legacy of failure weighed heavily during their 2022 quarterfinal match against Aston Villa, despite holding a 3-1 lead. PSG initially expanded their aggregate lead to 5-1 but faced renewed pressure as Villa staged a comeback. Ultimately, it was the exceptional goalkeeping of Gianluigi Donnarumma that allowed PSG to cling to a 5-4 aggregate victory amidst the returning waves of anxiety and panic.
PSG has suffered tremendous collapses in the Champions League, including a famous four-goal lead against Barcelona and two other significant defeats in crucial matches.
Despite a comfortable 5-1 aggregate lead, PSG's history of heartbreaking losses loomed large in their 2022 quarterfinals match against Aston Villa.
Gianluigi Donnarumma’s exceptional goalkeeping proved crucial for PSG, helping them to narrowly secure a 5-4 victory after a tense comeback from Aston Villa.
PSG’s defensive mishaps, including an unfortunate own goal by defender Willian Pacho, underscored the fragility that haunted them throughout their Champions League journey.
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