PSG Come From Behind to Thrill Spurs 5-3 in UCL Classic

Vitinha's hat-trick leads PSG to stunning 5-3 win over Spurs

Tottenham Spurs suffer 5-3 loss to PSG, concede four goals for second straight game.

PSG was on a mission after their matchday 4 loss to Bayern Munich, and they showed their intent early on...

Vitinha stole the show with a stunning hat-trick, leading Paris Saint-Germain to a thrilling 5-3 comeback win over Tottenham Hotspur in the UEFA Champions League. The Portuguese midfielder scored two spectacular long-range goals and converted a penalty, securing PSG's victory and ending Spurs' unbeaten start to the league phase.

Tottenham Spurs had started brightly, taking the lead through Richarlison's header in the 35th minute. However, PSG responded immediately, with Vitinha equalizing just before halftime with a superb strike from outside the box. The visitors regained the lead early in the second half, but Vitinha once again leveled the score with a curling effort from the edge of the area.

PSG then took control, with Fabian Ruiz and Willian Pacho scoring to give the hosts a 4-2 lead. Randal Kolo Muani pulled one back for Spurs, but Vitinha sealed the win with his hat-trick penalty in the 76th minute. Lucas Hernandez was sent off late on, but it didn't change the outcome, with PSG securing a crucial victory.

PSG was on a mission after their matchday 4 loss to Bayern Munich, and they showed their intent early on. Fabian Ruiz and Khvicha Kvaratskhelia had long-range shots fly narrowly wide, testing Brentford's defense. However, Thomas Frank's side held firm and even took the lead in the 35th minute.

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— UEFA Champions League (@ChampionsLeague) November 26, 2025

A brilliant move ended with Richarlison nodding home from point-blank range, thanks to a superb cross from Archie Gray and a headed pass from Randal Kolo Muani. This goal was a testament to Brentford's creativity and attacking prowess.

PSG responded brilliantly before halftime, with Quentin Ndjantou setting up Vitinha for a stunning right-footed strike that flew past Guglielmo Vicario, leaving the match neck and neck at the break.

Just five minutes into the second half, Kolo Muani struck again, scoring against his parent club in the Champions League, much like Kingsley Coman and Fernando Morientes before him.

Pedro Porro's corner caused chaos in the PSG defense, and Willian Pacho's headed pass found its way to Archie Gray, who was fouled in the box. The resulting goal served as a wake-up call for PSG, who turned the match around with two goals in seven minutes.

Vitinha's second goal was a beauty - a curling left-footed strike that left the goalkeeper no chance. PSG's pressure paid off, and they took control of the match. Joao Neves' brilliant interception set up Fabian Ruiz for a clinical finish, making it 3-1 and shifting the momentum in PSG's favor.

Tottenham's struggles continued as they conceded four goals for the second game in a row, with Willian Pacho scoring PSG's fourth after the Spurs defense failed to clear Lee Kang-in's corner. The match took another dramatic turn when Randal Kolo Muani scored his second goal, giving Spurs a glimmer of hope for a comeback.

🌟 Vitinha has been nominated for Player of the Week in the @ChampionsLeague

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— Paris Saint-Germain (@PSG_English) November 27, 2025

However, Vitinha dashed those hopes, completing his hat-trick with a penalty after Cristian Romero was penalized for handball in the box. This sealed PSG's 5-3 victory, showcasing their resilience and determination to turn the game around.

Tottenham's struggles continue, with their defensive vulnerabilities exposed in a 5-3 loss to PSG. The team has conceded 11 goals in their last three games, raising concerns about their ability to compete with Europe's top teams. Thomas Frank's side showed promise in the first half, taking the lead through Richarlison's header, but PSG's quality and Tottenham's defensive lapses led to a thrilling comeback.

PSG, on the other hand, are flying high, with Vitinha's hat-trick securing a 5-3 win. The French giants have now won seven of their last eight UCL fixtures, showcasing their strength and resilience. However, the match ended on a sour note, with Lucas Hernandez being sent off for elbowing Xavi Simons in stoppage time.