Champions League / Paris Saint-Germain Turns Tables on Monaco (3-2) in Playoff First Leg, Hakimi Scores

T.E (Elbotola)

17 February 2026at21:58

Paris Saint-Germain defeated hosts Monaco 3-2 in their Champions League last-16 playoff first leg match on Tuesday evening.

Moroccan international Achraf Hakimi started for the Parisian club in this match and directly contributed to his team's victory by scoring their second goal.

Folarin Balogun opened the scoring for Monaco in the first minute, before adding a second goal in the 18th minute.

Désiré Doué reduced the deficit for Saint-Germain in the 29th minute, before Hakimi scored the Parisian side's second goal in the 41st minute.

Désiré Doué scored his second and PSG's third goal in the 67th minute, securing the victory for his team in an exciting match that saw great competitiveness between both sides.

The return leg between the two teams will be played next Wednesday, starting at 8:00 PM (GMT).

Q&A

How did Achraf Hakimi contribute to PSG's Champions League playoff win?

Achraf Hakimi scored PSG's crucial second goal in the 41st minute, directly contributing to their dramatic 3-2 comeback victory over Monaco in the Champions League playoff first leg.

What is the significance of PSG's 3-2 victory in the Champions League playoff first leg?

PSG's 3-2 victory gives them a one-goal advantage over Monaco for the Champions League last-16 playoff return leg. The decisive second leg is scheduled for next Wednesday at 8:00 PM (GMT).

Paris Saint Germain

AS Monaco

UEFA Champions League

Achraf Hakimi Mouh