Paris Saint-Germain Overpower Atalanta while Marcus Thuram Nets Double to Give Inter Milan Victory at Ajax
PSG kicked off their fresh Champions League journey with a bang, registering a dominant four-nil victory over Atalanta midweek.
Quick-Fire Strikes Establish Momentum for PSG
The Brazilian defender opened the scoring within the first three minutes, followed by finishes from Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, Nuno Mendes and Gonçalo Ramos.
Despite failing to convert a penalty just before half-time, the Spanish manager’s team showed exactly why they remain the reigning title holders.
Marcus Thuram Stars as Inter Milan Claim Important Road Win
Inter Milan responded from their Serie A struggles with a two-goal victory on the road at the Dutch side.
Marcus Thuram was the hero, netting a brace of headers from Calhanoglu corners.
{“It’s a boyhood dream come true,” said Sondre Brunstad Fet, who scored a 90th-minute leveler for his side.
Additional Matches from Matchday 1
- The Greek side could only frustrated to a goalless stalemate at home against a reduced Pafos.
- Bodø/Glimt battled from behind to secure a 2-2 tie on their travels at Slavia.
Overall, it was a night of excitement and goals across Europe as the initial phase of the competition got into full swing.
