PSG triumphs in a thrilling comeback against Tottenham, clinching the Super Cup title with valiant effort
The 2025 UEFA Super Cup match between Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) and Tottenham Hotspur was a nail-biting encounter that took place on August 13 at the Stadio Friuli in Udine, Italy.
A Tight First Half and Second Half Start
Tottenham, led by captain Cristian Romero, took an early lead in the first half. Micky van de Ven scored the opening goal in the 39th minute, giving Spurs a 1-0 advantage. Romero then doubled the lead three minutes into the second half, making it 2-0 for Tottenham.
PSG's Late Resurgence
Despite being favored to win following their dominant 2024/25 season, PSG mounted a late comeback. Substitute Lee Kang-in scored in the 85th minute to reduce the deficit, and Gonçalo Ramos equalized in stoppage time, making the score 2-2.
The Decisive Penalty Shootout
Since the Super Cup does not have extra time, the match proceeded directly to a penalty shootout if the score was tied at the end of regular time. PSG emerged victorious, winning the shootout 4-3. Nuno Mendes scored the decisive penalty after two misses from Tottenham.
The Winning Moment
With this victory, PSG secured their first UEFA Super Cup title, marking their fifth trophy of 2025. The late comeback demonstrated PSG's resilience, while Tottenham's defeat highlighted the challenges of maintaining a lead under intense pressure.
Post-Match Reflections
Frank, the coach of Tottenham Hotspur, expressed pride despite losing the UEFA Super Cup to PSG. Despite surrendering a two-goal lead during the match, Frank's "special operation" gameplan involving playing more directly and focusing heavily on set pieces almost succeeded.
Looking Ahead
Tottenham Hotspur's Premier League campaign begins at home against Burnley on Saturday. Despite the defeat, the team will be eager to bounce back and challenge for more silverware this season.
For PSG, this victory marks the start of another promising season, with the team already boasting an impressive haul of trophies in 2025. The UEFA Super Cup win will undoubtedly boost their confidence as they prepare for their upcoming league matches.
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