Messi without a shot on target, Paris without a point. Manchester City dominated the Champions League fifth round 2-1

Manchester City won their fifth match of the Champions League group stage, beating PSG 2-1 at home to secure top spot in the group. With the result of the simultaneous match Brugge vs Leipzig, Paris is still in it despite the loss.

The first big chance came in the sixth minute, a Rodri header was deflected off the line by Presnel Kimpembe. Ten minutes later Riyad Mahrez shot, Keylor Navas was saved again by Achraf Hakimi.

Manchester continued to dominate, Ilkay Gundogan hit the bar, Mahrez’s attempt was parried by Navas. PSG’s only chance in the first half was headed over by Kylian Mbappé from a free kick.

After the change of sides, the home fans were in for a shock. Mbappé was well positioned in the box and fired past Ederson. Navas then flashed against Mahrez’s shot, and two minutes later he was fishing the ball out of the net when Raheem Sterling beat him.

Neymar could have given the visitors the lead back, but he missed from close range. And he was sorry. On the other side, after some good teamwork, the ball was played to Gabriel Jesus, who turned the game around with a deft touch.

Paris couldn’t answer and left England without points. Manchester will advance from first place, while Paris will be unseeded in the eighth round.

Source: Nova Sport 1