At the Parc des Princes, PSG hosted Real Sociedad in a highly anticipated clash. Despite a goalless first half, PSG’s attacking prowess came to the fore in the second half.

Kylian Mbappe, the talismanic forward, broke the deadlock in the 58th minute with a clinical finish. Youngster Bradley Barcola extended PSG’s lead with a well-taken goal in the 70th minute, securing a commanding 2-0 victory for the home side.

Meanwhile, Bayern Munich traveled to the Stadio Olimpico to face Lazio in what was expected to be a tightly contested encounter. However, Bayern encountered unexpected challenges throughout the match.

Despite dominating possession, they struggled to break down Lazio’s defense in the first half. The game took a dramatic turn in the 67th minute when Dayot Upamecano was sent off for a reckless challenge inside the penalty box, resulting in a penalty for Lazio. Ciro Immobile converted the spot-kick, securing a crucial 1-0 win for Lazio.

The results leave PSG in a favorable position heading into the second leg, while Bayern Munich faces an uphill battle to overturn the deficit. Both teams will need to regroup and strategize for the return fixtures scheduled for March 5, 2024.

As the UEFA Champions League round of 16 unfolds, football enthusiasts eagerly anticipate the remaining first-leg matches scheduled for February 20 and February 21, 2024, at 9 p.m.

The remaining UEFA Champions League round of 16 first-leg games are:

February 20:

PSV Vs Dortmund

Inter Milan Vs Atletico Madrid

February 21

Porto Vs Arsenal

Napoli Vs FC Barcelona