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

The Reds' spirited performance was not enough to overcome the two-goal deficit from the first leg, with Ousmane Dembele scoring twice late in the game to seal the win for the European champions. Despite creating several chances, Liverpool's lack of precision in front of goal proved costly, with Virgil van Dijk and Alexis Mac Allister coming close but unable to find the net. The match was marked by controversy when a penalty award was revoked by the referee following a VAR review, with Liverpool defender Ibrahima Konate and pundit Tim Sherwood agreeing that it was a clear penalty. The defeat confirms Liverpool's trophyless campaign, and they must now focus on securing a top-five finish in the Premier League to ensure their Champions League return. PSG, on the other hand, will face either Bayern Munich or Real Madrid in the semi-finals, extending their six-game winning streak.