Borussia Dortmund made a strong statement in the first leg of the Champions League semi-finals by defeating Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) with a decisive 1-0 victory on Wednesday.
Niclas Fullkrug was the hero of the night, finding the back of the net in the 35th minute. He received a long, lofted pass from Nico Schlotterbeck, skillfully outpacing PSG defender Lucas Hernandez to slot the ball into the bottom left corner past Gianluigi Donnarumma, who struggled to reach the goal.
Despite PSG's World Cup star Kylian Mbappe showing his prowess by hitting the post twice in the early stages of the second half, the team couldn't manage to find an equalizer. Donnarumma's efforts were in vain as Dortmund maintained their lead, setting the stage for a thrilling return leg.
This victory not only boosts Dortmund's chances in the tie but also sets up a compelling clash as both teams vie for a spot in the Champions League final.
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Dortmund takes early advantage against PSG in Champions League semis
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