Playing at home. No team would want to miss out on this favorable environment. That’s why Borussia Dortmund couldn’t think of anything other than victory in this match. The German Bundesliga club finally defeated Paris Saint Germain (PSG) 1-0 in the first leg of the Champions League semi-finals. Dortmund is one step closer to the final.

On Wednesday night, however, Dortmund got the goal much earlier, in the 39th minute. Nico Schlotterbeck made a great pass to Niklas Fulkrug. Fulkrug took great control of the ball. Then the German forward showed the ball to the PSG net with a great shot.

PSG have been in great form recently. They reached the semi-finals by beating Barcelona. After that, PSG also confirmed the French League One title. That’s why the fans were expecting something good from PSG even if it was an away match.

PSG was trying their best to meet the expectations of the fans. But in the first half, Dortmund kept their defense so strong that PSG forward Kylian Mbappe couldn’t get inside with the ball.

PSG had a great shot on target just before the break. But Marcel Savitzer’s shot was blocked by Dortmund’s goalkeeper Donnerruma. PSG created two great chances in the second half. In the 52nd minute, Mbappe’s deflected shot bounced off the goal post and Ashraf Hakimi took a second shot. PSG also failed in this attempt.

PSG have never won the Champions League title. And Mbappe will not be in PSG from next season. Which is why Mbappe was dreaming of gifting his home club a Champions League title before leaving. But PSG had to suffer a big blow on the way to winning the Champions League dream title after losing the first leg.

Another big achievement for Dortmund in this victory. One of the country’s clubs will be able to play more in the Champions League next season as German clubs continue to dominate European club football. It means, from Germany where usually 4 teams could play in the Champions League, 5 teams can play next season.

Dortmund are currently fifth in the German Bundesliga points table. Because of this victory, their next season’s Champions League is also confirmed for them.