PSG rally from early deficit to beat Monaco 3-2 away in Champions League tie
Paris Saint-Germain's defense of their European crown nearly unraveled in the Principality on Tuesday, before a red card sparked a stunning 3-2 comeback against Monaco.
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- Published Date: 01:22 | 18 February 2026
Champions League holders Paris Saint Germain overcame a horror start and a two-goal deficit to beat 10-man Monaco 3-2 away in the first leg of their knockout round playoff tie on Tuesday.
Desire Doue came off the bench to engineer an impressive turnaround for PSG, who conceded a goal in the opening minute and were 2-0 down after 18 minutes as Folarin Balogun grabbed a double for the hosts.
The 20-year-old Doue replaced Ballon d'Or winner Ousmane Dembele, who went off injured after 27 minutes, and proved decisive for the visitors as he struck two superb goals plus set up one for Achraf Hakimi.
PSG are now in an advantageous position for the return leg in Paris next Wednesday as they look to progress to next month's last 16.