Emotional Farewell for Veteran Referee Daniele Orsato in Champions League Semifinal
Veteran referee Daniele Orsato officiated his final Champions League match before retirement during the emotionally charged PSG vs. Dortmund encounter.
Orsato, who began his career in 2010, will officially call it a quits after Euro 2024. He has presided over several high-profile matches throughout his career, including the 2022 World Cup opener and the Champions League final held in Lisbon.
Dortmund Edges Out PSG to Reach Champions League Final
Borussia Dortmund secured their place in the Champions League final at Wembley Stadium with a narrow 1-0 victory over Paris Saint-Germain.
This win mirrored the result of the first leg at Signal Iduna Park, giving Dortmund a 2-0 aggregate advantage. The Parisians, managed by Luis Enrique, were left disappointed after failing to overcome the resilient German side.
Mats Hummels’ goal at the Parc des Princes further solidified Dortmund’s lead.
This victory marks Dortmund’s third appearance in a Champions League final. Their previous appearances resulted in a win against Juventus Turin in 1997 and a defeat to Bayern Munich in 2013.
PSG’s Champions League Dream Deferred Again
Edin Terzic’s tactically astute Dortmund side effectively neutralized PSG’s attacking threats, despite a determined display from Luis Enrique’s men. The Parisians struck the woodwork a staggering six times across both legs, adding to their woes. PSG’s star player, Kylian Mbappé, also failed to deliver a performance that could have altered the course of the tie.
This defeat extends PSG’s wait for their elusive Champions League trophy. After their 2020 loss to Liverpool, the Qatari-backed project remains unfulfilled in its ultimate objective of conquering Europe.
The identity of the second finalist will be determined on Wednesday, with Real Madrid and Bayern Munich locked in a 2-2 draw after the first leg in Germany.
