Real Madrid arrived brimming with confidence, aiming to overthrow a PSG side renowned for its attacking flair. What unfolded turned into a masterclass from the Parisians: implacable pressing, fluid midfield interplay, and ruthless finishing left the Spanish giants chasing shadows all evening.
Key Moments
- 5′ PSG’s high press forced a loose pass; Fabian Ruiz pounced and calmly slotted home the opener.
- 8′ Ousmane Dembélé intercepted at the back and raced clear to double the lead.
- 24′ Ruiz struck again, driving home after a lightning-quick PSG counter.
- 87′ Gonçalo Ramos sealed the result with a composed finish, capping a 4-0 rout.
Match Summary
From the first whistle, PSG dictated the tempo. Their front three pressed aggressively, won the ball high up the pitch, and converted two early turnovers into goals. Real Madrid struggled to build momentum or even string ten passes together in the first half, walking into the break three goals down and visibly deflated.
Match Overview
PSG’s midfield triumvirate controlled every transition. Vitinha, João Neves, and Ruiz rotated positions seamlessly, drawing Madrid’s midfield out of shape and creating constant openings for the forwards. Real’s patched-up back line—missing key personnel—crumbled under Parisian pressure, offering little resistance to incisive through-balls and darting runs.
Stats at a Glance
- Final Score: PSG 4 – Real Madrid 0
- Possession: PSG 68%, Real Madrid 32%
- Total Shots: PSG 17, Real Madrid 11
- Shots on Target: PSG 7, Real Madrid 2
- Key Creators: Ruiz (2 goals, 1 key pass), Dembélé (1 goal, 3 dribbles completed)
Man of the Match
Fabian Ruiz. Beyond his brace, Ruiz’s vision and energy elevated every PSG attack. He broke Madrid’s lines with pinpoint passes and tracked back to snuff out counterattacks, embodying total control.
Detailed Breakdown
First Half
PSG burst into life. Within eight minutes, they had converted two Madrid errors into goals and stamped their authority. Ruiz’s first arrived from relentless pressing, while Dembélé’s came via a stolen back-pass and electric solo run. By the 24th minute, Ruiz’s second—after a rapid midfield switch—left Madrid reeling at 3-0 down.
Second Half
Rather than ease off, PSG maintained their intensity. They managed the clock expertly, alternating between patient build-up and sudden bursts of pace that never allowed Madrid to settle. Real’s best moments were fleeting—and their solitary efforts failed to test Donnarumma.
Tactical Analysis
- PSG’s pressing in the front third forced Madrid into rushed decisions and costly turnovers.
- The fluid midfield triangle rotated to overload one side before switching play, creating constant imbalances.
- Madrid’s makeshift defence lacked cohesion and was regularly sliced open by vertical passes.
Standout Performances
- Fabian Ruiz: Two goals, constant impetus, defensive discipline.
- Ousmane Dembélé: Pressing led to the second goal, and his direct runs unsettled the back line.
- Gonçalo Ramos: Impact substitute who finished clinically, rounding off a perfect team display.
PSG now march on to face Chelsea in the final, buoyed by a display that combined strategic intelligence with undeniable attacking prowess.
