Madrid, Spain – Real Madrid Femenino achieved an important 2-3 victory against Paris FC at the Stade Charléty, moving closer to the Champions League quarter-finals. This triumph marks the white team’s first victory against the French side in four encounters, taking a crucial lead in the tie.
The match, played on a rainy night, presented a complicated start for Real Madrid. Paris FC took the lead in the score at minute 10 with a goal by Korosec, after a corner that generated complications for goalkeeper Misa Rodríguez.
The home goal generated uncertainty in the merengue team, which suffered under the pressure of the rival. Garbino was close to extending the lead, but Real Madrid managed to react.
Reaction with character
Over time, Real Madrid found greater clarity in attack, especially with the outstanding performance of Linda Caicedo. The insistence paid off in the 39th minute, when a shot by Dabritz hit the post and Caroline Weir took advantage of the rebound to tie the score.
The emotional impact was evident. Before halftime, Athenea del Castillo, after an assist from Caicedo, completed the comeback with a goal that made it 1-2.
In the second half, Real Madrid maintained their ambition, seeking to extend their lead. Athenea was close to scoring her second goal and a penalty initially signaled was canceled after VAR review, keeping Paris FC in the game.
Final Statement and Emotion
In the final stretch of the match, Linda Caicedo was once again the protagonist. After a long pass from Misa, the Colombian attacker scored with precision to make it 1-3 in the 83rd minute.
Although Real Madrid seemed to be in control, Paris FC narrowed the gap in the 89th minute with a goal by Mendy, leaving the tie open for the second leg.
With this result, Real Madrid takes the lead and moves closer to the quarter-finals, although they will have to secure their qualification at home.
