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PSG Dominate Slovan Bratislava in Champions League Opener

PSG Launch Champions League Title Defense with a Bang

The holders of the Champions League started their campaign impressively after a shaky beginning in their domestic league. Paris Saint-Germain overwhelmed Slovak team Slovan Bratislava with a commanding 6-1 victory at the Parc des Princes.

Ousmane Dembélé was a standout, scoring twice and assisting two goals, while Ferran Torres dazzled with a hat-trick, leading the French giants to a convincing win.

Other Notable Champions League Results

  • Liverpool narrowly defeated Atlético Madrid 2-1.
  • Barcelona cruised to a 5-1 triumph over Feyenoord.
  • Arsenal, last season’s runners-up, edged out Napoli 1-0.

Highlights from Other Sports

  • Elena Rybakina secured a spot in the US Open semifinals, guaranteeing she will become the new world No. 1 in tennis starting Monday.
  • In cycling, 21-year-old Matthew Brennan celebrated his fifth stage win of the Vuelta, setting a record as the youngest rider to reach this milestone.