The final matches of the 8th round of the UEFA Champions League group stage have concluded. This round was held in an "or-or" mood for several teams: some were cautious in defense, while others insisted on their word even away.
In Paris, PSG hosted England's Newcastle at their home ground and agreed to a 1-1 draw in a difficult but exciting encounter as expected. Both teams played cautiously in the match, but the speed and pressure in attacks gave the match a great dynamism. PSG fans were expecting victory, but Newcastle proved once again that they weren't an easily surrendered opponent either.
PSG - Newcastle 1:1
Goals: Vitinha (8) - Willock (45+2).
Missed penalty: Dembélé (4).
Another notable result of the evening was recorded in the Netherlands. Bayern Munich won 2-1 away against PSV. The Munich side appeared traditionally reliable in this match as well: Jamal Musiala and Harry Kane added goals to the score, securing three crucial points for their team. Kane's effectiveness, in particular, once again demonstrated Bayern's key weaponry in decisive moments.
The hosts didn't stay silent either: El Basra scored for PSV, trying to maintain the intrigue until the end. However, Bayern kept the game under control and didn't miss the away victory.
PSV - Bayern Munich 1:2
Goals: Saibari (78) - Musiala (58), Kane (84).
Red card: Mauro (90+4, PSV).
So, after the 8th round, the picture for the fans is clear: PSG couldn't win at home, but they didn't lose points, at least keeping the situation under control. Bayern, on the other hand, also spoke up on the road, demonstrating their readiness for the decisive stages with practical results. The Champions League is like usual: in one night there's both joy and the bitter feeling of "oh, it's almost over."
