Borussia Dortmund Stuns PSG, Takes 1-0 Lead in Champions League Semifinal
Fullkrug's First-Half Goal Gives Dortmund Advantage
All the Latest UEFA Champions League Match Information
In a thrilling Champions League semifinal first leg, Borussia Dortmund stunned Paris Saint-Germain with a 1-0 victory at Signal Iduna Park on Wednesday. Niclas Fullkrug's first-half goal proved to be the difference as Dortmund took a crucial lead to the Parc des Princes for the second leg on May 15.
Fullkrug's goal came in the 27th minute when he tapped in from close range after a brilliant cross from Marco Reus. PSG had plenty of chances to equalize but were unable to find the back of the net, with Kylian Mbappe hitting the post in the second half.
The win gives Dortmund a significant advantage heading into the second leg, and they will be confident of completing the job in Paris and reaching the Champions League final for the first time since 2013.
Here's a look at all the latest UEFA Champions League stats, form, and match information:
- Dortmund has now won four of their last five matches in all competitions.
- PSG has lost two of their last three matches in all competitions.
- Fullkrug has now scored five goals in his last four matches for Dortmund.
- Mbappe has now failed to score in his last two matches for PSG.
- The second leg of the semifinal will be played at the Parc des Princes on May 15.
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