Despite a loss on the field of Villa Park, Paris Saint-Germain confirmed its place in the semifinal of the Champions League, thanks to the significant advance achieved during the all-round match, where a 3-1 victory had already sealed its destiny. The Parisian team met with an arduous opposition from Aston Villa, requiring determined performance and crucial interventions, including those of Gianluigi Donnarumma and Willian José’s life-saving goal, in order to qualify for the last square of the competition.

Beyond the qualification, this meeting was marked by the exceptional performance of Ashraf Hakimi, whose contribution continues to shine on the European scene. The Moroccan side opened the score, adding a new chapter to its already remarkable season in the Champions League. His current involvement, with seven assists and combined goals, allows him to share the record previously held by Marcelo during the season in conjunction with Real Madrid.

Paris Saint-Germain is now preparing to face the winner of the duel between Real Madrid and Arsenal in the next phase, where Ashraf Hakimi will have the opportunity to surpass Marcelo’s previous record and further consolidate his influence in the competition. This semifinal promises to be a key moment of the season for the Paris team.