Knockout Playoff
PSG advance past Monaco in Champions League playoff
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Paris Saint-Germain drew 2-2 with Monaco at Parc des Princes to progress 5-4 on aggregate in the Champions League knockout playoff. The holders overcame a first-half deficit after Monaco's Mamadou Coulibaly was sent off, with Marquinhos and Khvicha Kvaratskhelia scoring to secure advancement. Jordan Teze's late goal provided a tense finish for Luis Enrique's side.
Real Madrid secured a 2-1 victory over Benfica in the second leg of their Champions League knockout playoff, advancing 3-1 on aggregate. Vinicius Jr scored the decisive goal amid ongoing controversy from the first leg. The match at Santiago Bernabeu highlighted resilience from both sides despite absences and tensions.
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Paris Saint-Germain head to Monaco for the first leg of their Champions League knockout phase playoff on Tuesday, aiming to overcome recent domestic struggles and internal criticisms. Manager Luis Enrique has dismissed concerns over team spirit following Ousmane Dembele's pointed remarks after a league defeat. The match at Stade Louis II kicks off at 20:00 GMT, with the winners advancing to face Barcelona or Chelsea in the last 16.