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Manchester City 1-1 Paris Saint-Germain: Women's Champions League – as it happened

· GlobeWire Daily Sports Desk · Source: www.theguardian.com

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Key takeawaysManchester City and Paris Saint-Germain shared the points in a 1-1 draw after a dramatic finish in the Women's Champions League. Bunny Shaw gave City the lead from the penalty spot in the 85th minute, but substitute Tara Elimbi Gilbert equalized for PSG just three minutes later.
Manchester City 1-1 Paris Saint-Germain: Women's Champions League – as it happened

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Manchester City and Paris Saint-Germain shared the points in a 1-1 draw after a dramatic finish in the Women's Champions League. Bunny Shaw gave City the lead from the penalty spot in the 85th minute, but substitute Tara Elimbi Gilbert equalized for PSG just three minutes later.

Match Summary

After a scoreless first half where City controlled much of the play but failed to break through, the game opened up late in the second half. City were awarded a penalty in the 84th minute after Mbock caught Shaw in the box, and Shaw successfully converted past goalkeeper Peda. However, PSG responded swiftly when substitute Elimbi Gilbert made a driving run and slotted the ball into the bottom corner in the 88th minute.

Key Takeaways

  • Late Drama: Shaw's penalty looked to have secured all three points for City before Elimbi Gilbert's late equalizer.
  • Group Standings: The result leaves Manchester City 10th in the table with three draws from three matches, while PSG sit sixth with two draws and a win.
  • Analysis: Former City captain Steph Houghton noted that the team will be disappointed to concede late after playing well in the second half, though she remains confident in their qualification chances if they win their remaining games.
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