By Borussia Dortmund booked their ticket to the Champions League final at Wembley with a disciplined 1-0 victory over Paris Saint-Germain, sealing a 2-0 aggregate win. Mats Hummels’ second-half header proved decisive, capping off a stellar defensive display by Dortmund.
Facing a relentless PSG attack, Dortmund held firm, frustrating Kylian Mbappe and his teammates throughout the match. Hummels broke the deadlock five minutes into the second half, rising unchallenged to meet Julian Brandt’s corner and extend Dortmund’s aggregate lead.
Despite PSG hitting the woodwork four times in the second half, Dortmund’s resolute defense held firm. Warren Zaire-Emery, Nuno Mendes, Mbappe, and Vitinha were all denied by the post, leaving PSG frustrated and wasteful in front of goal.
PSG’s Goncalo Ramos missed a golden opportunity, while referee Daniele Orsato’s decision to overturn a penalty call further compounded their woes. Dortmund’s efficiency and defensive solidity ultimately proved decisive, securing their place in the Champions League final.
Dortmund’s journey to the final was characterized by a determined defensive effort, with Hummels’ crucial goal and the woodwork denying PSG’s attacking prowess. As Dortmund look ahead to the final against either Real Madrid or Bayern Munich, PSG reflects on a night of missed opportunities and Dortmund’s clinical performance.
