Borussia Dortmund secured their spot in the Champions League final at Wembley with a 2-0 aggregate victory over Paris Saint-Germain. Leading 1-0 from the first leg, Mats Hummels’ header in the second leg sealed Dortmund’s advancement. Despite PSG hitting the post four times, they couldn’t find the net from their 30 shots. Referee Daniele Orsato’s decision to change a penalty call further added to PSG’s frustrations. With Dortmund’s efficient performance, they are set to face either Real Madrid or Bayern Munich in the final on June 1.
Dortmund’s defensive prowess thwarted PSG’s attacks, while Hummels’ goal capitalized on a corner opportunity. PSG’s numerous chances, including shots from Warren Zaire-Emery and Nuno Mendes hitting the woodwork, went unrewarded. Despite their efforts, PSG couldn’t overcome Dortmund’s resilience, leaving the German side to celebrate their journey to the final.
Borussia Dortmund manager Edin Terzic :
“Proud. If I have to find one word, it’s proud for us. I’m very proud for my staff and my team, for the club. The dream is not over yet! “We suffered a lot but we showed a very good away game against a team that is so powerful up front, so quick, so mobile – and we kept two clean sheets. We won both games in the semi-finals, this is unbelievable and outstanding. “[The defence was] led by Gregor Kobel, then Hummels, then Nico Schlotterbeck, then Julian Ryerson, then Ian Maatsen. The boys in front of them, it was an outstanding team performance. Other than that, you have no chance to keep a clean sheet. It’s impossible. “The second half was just passionate and keep a clean sheet, do everything to block crosses and shots.”
PSG manager Luis Enrique:
“When the result is that, it’s a difficult night. A tight match but to be honest we deserved to win the match. “We created 30 shots, four off the post and in the two matches we hit the post six times and we didn’t score a goal. Football is so unfair sometimes. “Congratulations to them, they’re a great team. They did great and I hope they can go to the final and win it. “Our job is trying to create something positive. Now it’s a sad moment but at the same time you have to accept the game goes in that way. We have to create something special next year and try to win that competition.”
Dortmund’s unexpected journey to the final highlights their underdog status and determination to succeed against formidable opponents. With an unlikely mix of players, Dortmund defied expectations and now prepares for the final showdown at Wembley.
Upcoming fixtures include PSG’s match against Toulouse, scheduled for Sunday at 8pm, as they continue their campaign after securing the Ligue 1 title. Meanwhile, Borussia Dortmund will face Mainz in the Bundesliga on Saturday at 5.30pm.
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