PSG vs Real Sociedad: Champions League 2023-24 Round of 16 Recap
Paris Saint-Germain advanced to the UEFA Champions League quarterfinals in the 2023-24 season after defeating Real Sociedad 4-1 on aggregate in their Round of 16 tie. The French side secured progression with a 2-0 victory in the first leg at Parc des Princes and a 2-1 win in the second leg at Anoeta Stadium.
First Leg: PSG 2-0 Real Sociedad (February 14, 2024)
PSG took control of the tie early with a 2-0 home win. Kylian Mbappé opened the scoring in the 58th minute, followed by Bradley Barcola’s goal in the 70th minute. The Parisians dominated possession (62.2%) and created more quality chances, registering six shots on target compared to Real Sociedad’s zero.
Second Leg: Real Sociedad 1-2 PSG (March 5, 2024)
In the return leg at Anoeta, PSG held on for a 2-1 win despite Real Sociedad pulling one back through Mikel Merino in the 89th minute. Mbappé struck twice for PSG – first in the 15th minute and again in the 56th minute – to seal a 4-1 aggregate victory. The Spanish side managed 43.7% possession and seven shots on target, but it wasn’t enough to overturn the deficit.
Key Statistics from Both Legs
- Aggregate Score: PSG 4-1 Real Sociedad
- Kylian Mbappé: 3 goals (2 in second leg, 1 in first leg)
- Bradley Barcola: 1 goal (first leg)
- Mikel Merino: 1 goal (second leg for Real Sociedad)
- PSG Possession: 62.2% (first leg), 43.7% (second leg)
- Shots on Target: PSG 13 (6+7), Real Sociedad 7 (0+7)
Progression to Quarterfinals
The 4-1 aggregate win sent PSG into the Champions League quarterfinals, where they would face Barcelona. The victory marked PSG’s continued presence among Europe’s elite clubs, with Mbappé proving decisive in both legs against the La Liga side.