Liverpool's Champions League Hopes Dashed by Dembele's Double

Liverpool's European campaign has come to an end after a 2-0 defeat to Paris Saint-Germain at Anfield, resulting in a 4-0 aggregate loss in the Champions League quarter-finals. Despite a spirited performance, Arne Slot's side was unable to overcome the deficit from the first leg, with Ousmane Dembele scoring twice late in the game to seal the win for the European champions. The Reds had their chances, with Marquinhos clearing a shot from Virgil van Dijk near the line and a penalty award being controversially revoked by the referee following a VAR review. Liverpool's injury woes continued as Hugo Ekitike was forced off with a potentially season-ending injury. The focus now shifts to securing a top-five finish in the Premier League to ensure Champions League qualification. PSG, meanwhile, will face either Bayern Munich or Real Madrid in the semi-finals, having extended their winning streak to six games.