UEFA CL: Mbappe’s hits hat-trick as PSG demolish Barcelona
Kylian Mbappe’s hat-trick inspired Paris Saint-Germain to an emphatic 4-1 victory at Barcelona in the first leg of their Champions League last-16 tie.
In what was an open first half at the Nou Camp, Lionel Messi (27) gave Barca the lead from the penalty spot after Frenkie de Jong had his heels clipped by Layvin Kurzawa before Mbappe responded five minutes later for the visitors, who were without Neymar and Angel Di Maria.
After the break, PSG took over and Mbappe (65) added his second of the night before Moise Kean, who is on loan from Everton, stretched the French side’s advantage.
Mbappe (85) then produced a brilliant curled finish to leave Barcelona stunned, rounding off a stunning evening for Mauricio Pochettino’s side, who take a three-goal advantage and four away goals back to the Parc des Princes for the second leg on March 10.
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What’s next?
Barcelona host Cadiz in La Liga on Sunday; kick-off at 1pm. Meanwhile, PSG host Monaco in Ligue 1, also on Sunday; kick-off at 8pm.
Champions League key dates
Round of 16 first legs: February 17/23/24
Round of 16-second legs: March 9/10/16/17
Quarter-final and semi-final draws: March 19
Quarter-finals first legs: April 6/7
Quarter-finals second legs: April 13/14
Semi-finals first legs: April 27/28
Semi-finals second legs: May 4/5
Final: May 29 (Atatürk Olympic Stadium)
Source: Sky Sports
