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PSG held on for a 2-2 draw against 10-man Monaco at Parc des Princes in the Champions League play-off second leg. With a 5-4 aggregate win, they advance to face Barcelona or Chelsea.
Key moments: red card, late goals, and nervy finish.
PSG 2-2 Monaco Match Review: Dramatic Draw Sees PSG Through 5-4 Aggregate.
PSG got the job done, but it wasn’t pretty. They drew 2-2 with Monaco in the second leg of the Champions League knockout play-offs on February 25, 2026. That means they go through 5-4 on aggregate after winning the first leg 3-2 away. When you scan all today football results and livescores, this tie stands out as the night’s most nerve-shredding affair.
The defending champions stay in the hunt, but Monaco made them sweat right until the end.The game had everything: a clever opener from Monaco, a harsh red card, a quick PSG response, and then a heart-stopping late equaliser. If you’re into tense European nights, this one delivered.
Monaco strike first before halftime
Monaco started strong and took the lead right on the stroke of halftime. MaghnesAkliouche did well to drive into the box and poke the ball past the keeper. It was a smart finish, and suddenly the aggregate was level at 3-3. PSG fans got nervous – nobody wanted extra time or worse against a team fighting for survival.But Monaco’s lead didn’t last long into the second half.
The turning point: Coulibaly’s red card
Everything changed in the 58th minute. Monaco midfielder MamadouCoulibaly picked up a second yellow for a foul on KhvichaKvaratskhelia. It looked like a late tackle near the touchline, and the ref didn’t hesitate. Down to 10 men, Monaco’s task got much harder.Look, red cards happen, but this one shifted the momentum completely. PSG smelled blood and went for it.
PSG hit back fast – Marquinhos and Kvaratskhelia
Just minutes after the sending-off, PSG equalised. Marquinhos stepped up for a free kick and curled it beautifully into the net. The captain levelled things on the night and put PSG ahead on aggregate again.
Then came the killer blow. Six minutes later, around the 66th minute, Hakimi unleashed a shot that the Monaco keeper parried, and Kvaratskhelia pounced on the rebound. 2-1 to PSG on the night, 5-3 aggregate. Game over? Not quite.PSG looked comfortable for a while, controlling the ball and creating chances. But credit to Monaco – they didn’t fold.
Late drama: Tezeequalises in stoppage time
In the first minute of added time, substitute Jordan Teze popped up with a goal. Simon Adingra crossed it in, and Teze finished coolly. 2-2. The Parc des Princes went quiet for a second. Monaco pushed for a winner that would force extra time.They almost got it, too. WoutFaes had a header right at the death that went just wide. If that goes in, we’re talking penalties or more. But it didn’t, and the whistle blew. PSG survived.
What this means for PSG moving forward
PSG advance to the round of 16, where the draw on February 27 will decide their opponent – either Barcelona or Chelsea. That’s a massive tie either way. Heavyweights, big names, and plenty of pressure on Luis Enrique’s side to defend their title.
But let’s be real: they didn’t convince everyone tonight. Monaco, even with 10 men, showed fight and created problems. PSG reacted well after going behind, which is a good sign, but those shaky moments at the end raise questions.
Can they handle bigger tests ahead?Monaco can hold their heads high. They pushed the holders all the way in both legs, despite discipline issues (another red card in the tie). Akliouche and Teze stood out, and the team spirit was clear.
Key moments that decided the match
- 45′: Akliouche opens the scoring for Monaco – clever play and clinical finish.
- 58′: Coulibaly sent off – second yellow, game-changer.
- 61′: Marquinhos free-kick equaliser – pinpoint delivery.
- 66′: Kvaratskhelia puts PSG 2-1 up – sharp reaction to the parry.
- 90+1′: Teze’s late strike – Monaco fight back, but too late.
This was no walkover. PSG got through, but Monaco made it memorable. If you’re still asking – yesterday football match who won?, the answer only tells half the story. Now eyes turn to the draw and whatever comes next in the Champions League.
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