Paris Saint-Germain's Russian goalkeeper Matvei Safonov delivered a standout performance in the second leg of their UEFA Champions League semi-final against Bayern Munich. The match ended in a 1-1 draw, a result that was enough to send the Parisians through to the final, where they will face Arsenal.
Safonov's contribution was vital, as he made a total of five saves throughout the contest. This defensive resilience was key to preserving the aggregate lead PSG had established from the first leg, which they won 5-4 in a thrilling encounter.
According to detailed statistics from Sofascore, Safonov's distribution was also a notable aspect of his game. He completed 21% of his passes, with seven out of 33 attempts finding their intended target. His long-range passing saw a success rate of 19%, with six accurate long balls out of 32 attempts.
Furthermore, the data highlights his impact on preventing goals. Safonov registered a positive score of 0.23 on the 'goals prevented' metric, indicating he performed slightly above the expected level for the shots he faced.
The aggregate victory over Bayern Munich means PSG have now booked their ticket to the showpiece event of European club football. Their opponents in the final will be the English side Arsenal.
The final of the 2025/2026 Champions League season is scheduled to take place on May 30, 2026. The prestigious match will be hosted at the Puskás Aréna in Budapest, Hungary.
Based on reporting from Чемпионат.com.