Sporting CP climbed into the UEFA Champions League (UCL) top eight after a dramatic 2-1 home victory over Paris Saint-Germain, powered by a sensational late brace from Luis Suárez.
The stunning result in Lisbon leaves the Portuguese giants sixth in the league phase standings and sends a strong message to Europe’s elite.
For Kenyan football fans following the Champions League action, this was one of the most thrilling nights of the season — full of drama, big names, and last-minute heartbreak.
Match Overview: Late Drama Stuns PSG
Sporting CP and PSG came into this clash in excellent form, but it was the hosts who delivered when it mattered most.
- Final Score: Sporting CP 2-1 PSG
- Goals:
- Luis Suárez (74’, 90’) – Sporting
- Khvicha Kvaratskhelia (79’) – PSG
- Venue: Estádio José Alvalade, Lisbon
Luis Suárez emerged as the hero, scoring twice in the final 16 minutes to overturn PSG’s dominance and keep Sporting’s unbeaten home run against French teams alive.
First Half: PSG Dominate, But Fail to Score
PSG started the match with authority, dominating possession and testing Sporting goalkeeper Rui Silva early through Vitinha and Nuno Mendes.
Sporting responded with counterattacks, as Geny Catamo and Senny Mayulu kept the visitors on their toes.
PSG thought they had taken the lead when Warren Zaïre-Emery headed home from a Fabián Ruiz cross. However, VAR ruled the goal out for a foul in the build-up.
Despite PSG’s control, it was Sporting who had the clearest chance before halftime when Hidemasa Morita fired over from close range.
Halftime Score: 0-0
Second Half: Goals, Pressure, and Late Heroics
Sporting nearly struck first when Francisco Trincão whipped in a dangerous cross that narrowly missed Suárez. PSG responded through Ousmane Dembélé and Désiré Doué, but Rui Silva stood tall.
74’ – Suárez Breaks the Deadlock
A deflected Catamo shot fell kindly to Luis Suárez, who calmly finished past Lucas Chevalier.
79’ – Kvaratskhelia Levels
PSG hit back instantly as Khvicha Kvaratskhelia curled a brilliant strike into the top corner.
90’ – Suárez Wins It
In the final minute, Chevalier spilled Trincão’s shot, and Suárez reacted fastest, heading the rebound into the net to seal a famous win.
What This Means for the UCL Table
Sporting’s victory lifts them to sixth place in the Champions League league phase, keeping them firmly on course for automatic qualification.
PSG, meanwhile, suffered a damaging defeat after controlling large parts of the match but failing to finish their chances.
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Final Word
Sporting CP’s late 2-1 triumph over PSG will be remembered as one of the biggest UCL upsets this season.
For Kenyan fans watching from home, it was another reminder that football has no script — only moments of magic.
And with the Champions League heating up, one thing is sure:
The drama is only just beginning.
