PSV Knocks Juventus Out of Champions League in Extra Time Thriller

PSV Eindhoven pulled off a stunning comeback to eliminate Juventus from the Champions League playoffs, winning 3-1 after extra time and 4-3 on aggregate. The Dutch side overturned their 2-1 first leg deficit with a spirited performance at home.

Juventus took an early blow when Renato Veiga was forced off injured after just 11 minutes. PSV grew into the game and took the lead through Ivan Perisic’s volley in the 53rd minute. Timothy Weah equalized for Juventus with a long-range strike, but Ismael Saibari restored PSV’s advantage soon after.

With the tie level at 3-3 on aggregate, the match went to extra time. PSV’s momentum carried through as Ryan Flamingo scored the decisive goal in the 98th minute. Despite late pressure from Juventus, PSV held on for a famous victory to reach the Champions League group stage.

The result marks a disappointing European exit for Juventus, who had hoped to make a deep run in the competition this season. For PSV, it represents a triumphant return to Europe’s elite after an impressive qualifying campaign.