Dembele's Double Ends Liverpool's Champions League Hopes

Liverpool's bid to overcome a two-goal deficit was thwarted by Ousmane Dembele's late double, securing PSG's 4-0 aggregate victory and a semifinal berth. Despite a spirited display, the Reds were unable to capitalize on their chances, with Marquinhos' goal-line clearance and a controversially overturned penalty decision proving pivotal. Arne Slot's side pushed forward, introducing Mohamed Salah and Rio Ngumoha in a bid to spark a comeback, but PSG's precision ultimately proved decisive. The defeat confirms Liverpool's trophyless campaign, with the focus now shifting to securing a top-five Premier League finish to ensure Champions League qualification. The match was also marred by an injury to Hugo Ekitike, whose season and World Cup hopes may be in jeopardy.