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Liverpool dumped out of Champions League by PSG to end season trophyless - 5 talking points

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LIVERPOOL 0-2 PSG: The Reds needed to stage another dramatic Anfield comeback following their defeat in France but Ousmane Dembele's fine goal ended the Reds' slender hopesLiverpool's hopes of a trophy were finally extinguished by Ousmane Dembele's brace for Paris Saint-Germain at Anfield on Tuesday night.Following their 2-0 defeat in the French capital, the reigning Premier League champions needed another special comeback at Anfield. Ousmane Dembele eventually put PSG ahead in the second-half, before sealing victory in stoppage time.Liverpool, now out of all cup competitions, will now be forced to focus on their battle to return to the Champions League next season.



Latest Reds news and more on our dedicated Facebook pageIsak returnsAlexander Isak's record-breaking move to Liverpool has certainly not gone to plan so far. Desire Doue was then forced off in the second period after a nasty collision with a TV microphone.Reds push for openerGiven the position that Liverpool found themselves in before kick-off, it was not a surprise to see Arne Slot's side really push for a goal.

Argentine midfielder Alexis Mac Allister went down in the penalty area under Willian Pacho's challenge.The referee immediately gestured for a spot kick but following a brief look at the incident at the VAR screen, he changed his mind.And it was probably the right decision, given Mac Allister appeared to go down easily under Pacho's challenge.Dembele ends Liverpool's seasonDembele was the scourge of Liverpool last season, with his goal at Anfield contributing to their Champions League exit. In doing so, he booked PSG's spot in the last four once more, while it delivered a brutal final blow to Liverpool's hopes of claiming a trophy this season.Join our new WhatsApp community and receive your daily dose of Mirror Football content.