Julian Nagelsmann's decision to consider Aleksander Pavlović alongside either Leon Goretzka or a more defensive option in midfield has sparked mixed reactions among fans, with some expressing joy and others skepticism.
Chelsea had played well for 74 minutes at the Parc des Princes. They came from behind twice, exploited space behind the flying fullbacks of PSG. And for a while this was just a really good, open game, the midfield an endless full-contact pirouette in search of space.
Balogun put the hosts in the lead in the 57th minute with his fourth goal in his last four appearances in all competitions. Luck was on his side when his header connected with a cross; the ball bounced back on an opponent then on his leg before crossing the goalline.