PSG Advance to Champions League Last 16 After Drawing with Monaco

Paris Saint-Germain secured their place in the Champions League last 16 despite a 2-2 draw with Monaco on Wednesday, February 25, 2026, at the Parc des Princes. The French champions advanced with an aggregate score of 5-4.

Match Highlights

Maghnes Akliouche opened the scoring for Monaco just before halftime, giving the visitors a 1-0 lead. However, Monaco’s hopes were dealt a significant blow when Mamadou Coulibaly received two yellow cards in quick succession before the hour mark, resulting in a red card.

PSG quickly capitalized on the numerical advantage, with Marquinhos leveling the tie shortly after Coulibaly’s dismissal. Khvicha Kvaratskhelia then extended PSG’s lead in the 66th minute, firing home after a parried shot from Achraf Hakimi.

Despite being reduced to ten men, Monaco managed a late consolation goal through Jordan Teze in stoppage time, but it proved insufficient to alter the outcome of the tie.

Key Moments

• First Half: Maghnes Akliouche scores for Monaco, putting them ahead 1-0.
• Second Half: Mamadou Coulibaly receives a red card for Monaco.
• Second Half: Marquinhos equalizes for PSG.
• Second Half: Khvicha Kvaratskhelia gives PSG the lead.
• Stoppage Time: Jordan Teze scores a late goal for Monaco.

What’s Next for PSG?

As Champions League holders, PSG will now await their opponents in the last 16. They will discover who they face in the knockout draw on Friday, February 27, 2026, at 11:00 GMT. Potential opponents include Chelsea or Barcelona .

Player Spotlight

Philipp Kohn, Monaco’s goalkeeper, was highlighted for his performance, earning an average rating of 8.19 .

Coulibaly’s Red Card Proves Costly

Mamadou Coulibaly’s sending off proved to be a turning point in the match, significantly impacting Monaco’s chances of progressing to the next round .

France24 and RFI also reported on PSG’s advancement.