Bayern’s Díaz Shines with 2 Goals and Dramatic Red Card in First Half Showdown
In an intense Champions League match, Bayern Munich’s Luis Díaz had a standout performance, scoring two goals before receiving a red card. This dramatic first half concluded with a 2-0 lead for Bayern at the Parc des Princes against Paris Saint-Germain (PSG).
Dramatic Red Card in First Half
Díaz, a recent £65.5 million ($85.3 million) transfer from Liverpool, made history by being the first player to score two goals and receive a red card in the same half of a Champions League match. His goals put Bayern in a strong position, but a reckless tackle on PSG’s Achraf Hakimi marred his achievement.
VAR Review Changes the Game
The incident occurred during stoppage time in the first half. Initially, Italian referee Maurizio Mariani issued a yellow card. However, after a VAR review, the decision was reversed, resulting in a red card for Díaz.
PSG Struggles
- PSG lost Achraf Hakimi due to Díaz’s injury-causing challenge.
- Ousmane Dembélé, the Ballon d’Or winner, left the match early.
Dembélé’s injury troubles continued, as he limped off the field just 25 minutes into the game. He has previously missed significant playtime this season due to hamstring issues.
Bayern Munich’s victory was overshadowed by the events of the first half. The match serves as a stark reminder of the unpredictability and intensity of Championship football.
