Madrid, Spain.– Real Madrid Femenino took a firm step towards the Champions League quarter-finals after defeating Paris FC 2-3 at the Stade Charléty, achieving their first victory against the French team in four matches and taking the lead in the tie.
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In a rainy and demanding night, the white team managed to overcome an adverse start. The Parisian team took the lead early, at minute 10, with a powerful left-footed shot by Korosec after a corner kick originating from an unfortunate play for goalkeeper Misa Rodríguez.
The home goal generated momentary doubts in the merengue team, which suffered against the high pressure and the rapid transitions of the rival. Garbino was close to the second goal with a cross shot that passed grazing the post, in the most complicated minutes for those led by Alberto Toril.
Reaction with character
Over time, Real Madrid found greater clarity in attack, especially when Linda Caicedo began to make a difference on the wings. The insistence paid off in the 39th minute, when a shot by Dabritz hit the post and Caroline Weir took advantage of the rebound to equalize the score.
The emotional blow was decisive. Before halftime, Athenea del Castillo culminated a quick offensive action after an assist from Caicedo to make it 1-2 and complete the comeback.
In the second half, the Spanish team maintained their ambition and sought to extend their lead. Athenea came close to a brace and a penalty initially awarded was overturned after a VAR review, which kept the French team alive.
Final Statement and Emotion
When the match was entering its final stretch, Linda Caicedo appeared again as a key player. After a long pass from Misa, the Colombian attacker gained speed and finished precisely in the one-on-one to make it 1-3 in the 83rd minute.
Although Real Madrid seemed to have the match under control, Paris FC narrowed the gap in the 89th minute with a shot from Mendy that deflected off Lakhar and disoriented the white goalkeeper, leaving the tie open for the second leg.
With this result, the Madrid team takes the lead and is close to the quarter-finals, although they will have to close the series at home to confirm their classification in the top European competition.
