In an impressive display of skill and power, Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) triumphed over Slovan Bratislava with a decisive 6-1 victory in their Champions League opener. Despite not being in their best form in Ligue 1, PSG entered the match at Parc des Princes with confidence, ready to assert their status as reigning champions.

The match quickly turned in PSG's favor, with Ousmane Dembele scoring two goals within the first 23 minutes. His early contributions set the tone for the match, showcasing the team's offensive prowess. By the 31st minute, Ferran Torres added a third goal, further solidifying PSG's lead.

The second half continued the onslaught, with Torres scoring two more goals at the 47th and 57th minutes, completing his hat-trick and demonstrating his exceptional form. Although Slovan Bratislava managed to pull one back through Camara in the 59th minute, it was too little, too late. PSG responded with a final goal from Fabian Ruiz in the 88th minute, concluding the match at 6-1.

This victory marks a strong start for PSG in the Champions League 2026/27 season, reinforcing their reputation as a formidable opponent. The match statistics reflect a dominant performance, with PSG clearly outclassing their Slovakian rivals.

Final Score: PSG 6 - 1 Slovan Bratislava

Goals: Dembele 17', 23'; Torres 31' (assist by Dembele), 47' (assist by Akliouche), 57'; Ruiz 88' (assist by Dro); Camara 59' (Slovan Bratislava).

Starting Lineups:

• PSG: Safonov, Hakimi, Zabarnyi, Pacho, Mendes, Fernandez, Vitinha, Ruiz, Akliouche, Dembele, Torres
• Slovan Bratislava: Takac, Blackman, Bajric, Markovic, Cruz, Pokorny, Barseghyan, Martinez, Ibrahim, Camara, Sporar