Ousmane Dembele was the star of the show once again as Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) thrashed Brest 3-0 in the first leg of their Champions League play-off tie. The French forward scored a brace and was a constant thorn in the side of the Brest defense, as PSG took control of the tie.
Dembele’s performance was a repeat of his showing against Brest just 10 days ago in Ligue 1, when he scored a hat-trick. The former Barcelona star was simply too hot to handle for Eric Roy’s side, and his goals have given PSG a commanding lead heading into the second leg.
The match got off to a slow start, but PSG took the lead midway through the first half when Vitinha calmly converted a penalty. Dembele was instrumental in winning the penalty, and his shot was blocked by a Brest defender’s hand. The visitors took advantage of the opportunity, and Vitinha’s goal gave them a deserved lead.
Brest did have chances to equalize, but they were unable to convert. PSG took advantage of their opponent’s profligacy, and Dembele scored his first goal of the night just before halftime. The French forward was allowed too much freedom down the right flank, and he swept the ball past goalkeeper Marco Bizot at his near post.
The second half was more of the same, as Dembele continued to torment the Brest defense. He teed up a chance for Desire Doue at the start of the second half, which was chalked off for a tight offside. Dembele then conspired to miss a clear chance after being sent through by Joao Neves. However, he made up for the miss by adding his second goal of the night on 66 minutes.
Dembele’s performance was a masterclass, and his goals have given PSG a commanding lead heading into the second leg. The French forward has now scored in each of his last eight matches in all competitions, equalling the best run in history for a PSG player.
In conclusion, PSG’s dominant victory over Brest was a testament to the team’s strength and depth. Dembele’s performance was the standout, and his goals have given PSG a commanding lead heading into the second leg. With Dembele in this kind of form, PSG will be a force to be reckoned with in the Champions League.
As the Champions League continues to unfold, PSG’s victory over Brest serves as a reminder of the team’s potential. With Dembele leading the charge, PSG will be looking to make a deep run in the competition. The French side has the talent and experience to succeed, and Dembele’s performance against Brest was a testament to their strength.
The match also highlighted the importance of having a strong and experienced squad. PSG’s ability to bring on quality players from the bench, such as Vitinha, proved to be the difference-maker in the end. Brest, on the other hand, struggled to create scoring opportunities, and their lack of depth was exposed.
As Brest looks to regroup and mount a comeback in the second leg, they will need to address the issues that led to their defeat. The French side has the talent and experience to succeed, but they will need to demonstrate greater resilience and determination if they are to overcome the challenges that lie ahead.
In the end, PSG’s dominant victory over Brest was a testament to the team’s strength and depth. Dembele’s performance was the standout, and his goals have given PSG a commanding lead heading into the second leg. With Dembele in this kind of form, PSG will be a force to be reckoned with in the Champions League.
Source: Africa Publicity
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