Liverpool's Champions League ambitions were extinguished following a 2-0 loss to Paris Saint-Germain at Anfield, resulting in a 4-0 aggregate defeat. Despite a spirited performance, Arne Slot's side was unable to overcome the two-goal deficit from the first leg.
The home team had opportunities, with Marquinhos making a crucial clearance to deny Virgil van Dijk in the first half, and a penalty award to Alexis Mac Allister being controversially overturned after a VAR review. However, it was Ousmane Dembele who made the difference, scoring twice late in the game to seal the win for the European champions. Liverpool's focus now shifts to securing a top-five finish in the Premier League to ensure their return to the Champions League next season.
The injury to Hugo Ekitike, who was forced off in the first half, is a significant concern, with the fear that it could end his season and World Cup hopes. The defeat marks the end of Liverpool's trophyless campaign, and they will now look to regroup and push for a strong finish in the league.