PSG Crushes Slovan Bratislava 6-1 as Ferran Torres Scores Debut Hat-Trick
Paris Saint-Germain thrashed Slovan Bratislava 6-1 in their Champions League opener, powered by a historic hat-trick from debutant Ferran Torres.
European champion Paris Saint-Germain sent a clear message across the continent on Wednesday, kicking off its title defense with a resounding 6-1 victory over Slovan Bratislava. Ferran Torres shone above all with a hat-trick—his first-ever in the Champions League, achieving in his very debut for the French powerhouse what he failed to do in 34 attempts at Barcelona, 9 at Valencia, and 7 at Manchester City.
"No, I didn't expect to score a hat-trick, it's impossible to expect that," said the hero of the night. "We needed to arrive with the right intensity and good pressing after losing the ball, and we did that well. We intercepted many balls in their half and played a good game. I have really good feelings, it's easy to play with this kind of players."
"We needed to win this match because we started the league badly," added Ousmane Dembele. "I am satisfied with my performance. I feel better and better. I hope to get more and more minutes to get into rhythm. We need to continue like this and be even more ruthless. We have won the Champions League twice, so all teams want to defeat us."
