Youth League: PSG and Dortmund Draw 2-2 in Thrilling Encounter

Dortmund Strike Back to Earn a Point

In a highly entertaining UEFA Youth League clash, Paris Saint-Germain and Borussia Dortmund played out a thrilling 2-2 draw at the Stade Municipal Georges Lefèvre. The French side took the lead twice through Warren Zaire-Emery and Ilyes Housni, but the German visitors showed great resilience to come back both times, with Youssoufa Moukoko and Jamie Bynoe-Gittens finding the net for Dortmund.

PSG Start Brighter

PSG started the match the brighter of the two sides and took the lead in the 15th minute. Zaire-Emery, who has been in impressive form for the youth team this season, fired a low shot into the bottom corner from the edge of the area. Dortmund responded well and created several chances of their own, but they were unable to find an equalizer before the break.

Dortmund Fight Back

Dortmund came out with renewed purpose in the second half and got their reward in the 55th minute. Moukoko, who is one of the most highly-rated young players in the world, showed his class with a superb finish from inside the area. PSG were not disheartened by the setback and retook the lead just 10 minutes later. Housni found the net with a well-taken free-kick from 25 yards out.

Late Drama

The drama was not over, however, as Dortmund equalized for a second time in the 75th minute. Bynoe-Gittens, who has also been in excellent form for the youth team this season, scored with a powerful header from a corner.

Exciting Finish

The final 15 minutes of the match were played at a frenetic pace, with both sides pushing for a winner. PSG had the better chances, but they were unable to find a way past the Dortmund defense. The draw means that both sides remain level on points at the top of Group C, with one game remaining.

What Next?

PSG will travel to face Manchester City in their final group game on December 7th, while Dortmund will host Sevilla. The winners of each group will advance to the knockout stages of the competition.