Paris Saint-Germain launched their Champions League campaign with a resounding 6-0 victory over Slovan Bratislava, showcasing a ruthless attacking display. Ferran Torres stole the spotlight with a hat-trick, while Ousmane Dembélé netted twice and Fabian Ruiz added a late goal to complete the rout.
Dembélé Sets the Tone
PSG asserted their dominance from the opening whistle. Ousmane Dembélé broke the deadlock in the 17th minute, pouncing on a rebound after Nuno Mendes’ powerful strike cannoned off the crossbar. Just six minutes later, Dembélé doubled the lead with a well-placed header, giving the French champions a comfortable cushion.
Torres Takes Over
Ferran Torres extended the advantage in the 31st minute, finishing clinically to make it 3-0. The Spanish forward continued his scoring spree after the break, adding his second and PSG’s fourth in the 47th minute. He then completed his hat-trick in the 57th minute, leaving the Bratislava defense helpless.
Bratislava’s Brief Response
Slovan Bratislava managed a consolation just a minute later, as Souleymane Kamara fired a powerful shot past the PSG goalkeeper in the 58th minute. However, it proved to be merely a footnote in an otherwise one-sided affair.
Ruiz Seals the Rout
With three minutes remaining, Fabian Ruiz capped off the scoring with a left-footed strike, sealing the 6-0 victory. The win sends an early warning to PSG’s rivals and highlights their attacking prowess as they begin their title defense.
Looking Ahead
PSG face a stern test in their next Champions League fixture, traveling to England to take on Manchester City. Slovan Bratislava, meanwhile, will host German side Stuttgart. With this emphatic win, the holders have made a clear statement of intent.