PSG entered the match full of excitement and soon broke the balance. In the 3rd minute, Fabian Ruiz escaped to the left wing before crossing for center back Marquinhos to finish, opening the score 1-0. Not long after, Atalanta's defense was shaken again when Nuno Mendes had a chance to face but was blocked by goalkeeper Carnesecchi.
The Atalanta goalkeeper had to work tirelessly in the first half. He repeatedly saved the ball from shots from Barcola and Hakimi. However, in the 39th minute, PSG rookie Kvaratskhelia made a strong impression. The Georgia player dribbled the balliaiely from the right wing into the middle and then fired a powerful shot to the left, raising the score to 2-0.
In the second half, PSG continued to maintain the dominating position. In the 51st minute, Nuno Mendes handled the ball skillfully in the penalty area, overcame De Roon and fired a cross-angle shot, raising the score to 3-0. When the match seemed to end with a result of 3-0, in the 90+1 minute, Bellanova of Atalanta made a serious mistake with a pass that was not observed. Goncalo Ramos took full advantage, passing the ball through Carnesecchi, sealing a 4-0 victory for PSG.
This victory helped PSG affirm the strength of the leading candidate for the championship. Despite not having the service of Ousmane Dembele due to injury, with the Kvaratskhelia, Barcola, Mayulu and mobile midfield, the French team still shows danger in all lines.
Meanwhile, Atalanta were helpless in creating significant opportunities. The attacking duo De Ketelaere - Maldini were tightly blocked by PSG's defense, while the midfield was completely outclassed by Ruiz and Vitinha's ball control ability.
With 3 starting points and an impressive goal difference, PSG has a big advantage in the race for a ticket to the next round. If they continue to maintain this form, coach Luis Enrique's team promises to be a huge challenge for any opponent in this year's Champions League.
