PSG 5–3 Tottenham: Vitinha Runs the Show in a Wild Champions League Thriller

Spurs Improve but Fall Short Against the Holders

Tottenham walked off the pitch knowing this was no repeat of their derby disaster. They fought, created, and showed a version of themselves that offered real encouragement for their upcoming league test. But they also learned the hard way that mistakes against PSG are fatal — especially when Vitinha is in the mood.

Kolo Muani Sparks Spurs Into Life

Randal Kolo Muani finally delivered the performance Spurs fans had been waiting for. Mask and all, he powered a far-post header across goal for Richarlison to nod in the opener, and then smashed home a stunning volley to restore the lead early in the second half.
These were his first goals for Tottenham, reminders of the talent PSG paid €75m for — and a message to his parent club.

Vitinha Takes Over

The problem for Spurs was simple: Vitinha played like a man possessed.
He equalised twice with long-range rockets, the first crashing in via the underside of the bar, the second a beautiful curler bent into the far corner. Every time Spurs rose, he dragged PSG level again.
His control, balance, and invention never dipped. Even before his penalty completed the hat-trick, he had already dominated the match.

Chaos at Both Ends

Tottenham’s structure was bold — a midfield diamond with Archie Gray supporting Kolo Muani and Richarlison — and at times it worked. Spurs looked far more aggressive than in the derby and built attacking momentum through Gray, Bergvall, and Porro.
But their defending repeatedly let them down.
A giveaway in their own box gifted Fabián Ruiz the third. A failed clearance from a corner gifted Pacho the fourth. Each error felt self-inflicted.

Late Drama, But Spurs Run Out of Road

Kolo Muani added another with a sharp finish after Bentancur stole the ball from Vitinha, dragging Spurs back to 4–3 and briefly raising the noise and hope in the stands.
But another reckless moment from Cristian Romero brought a VAR-checked penalty. Vitinha stepped up, completed his hat-trick, and sealed a breathless eight-goal spectacle.

Promise Amid the Pain

Thomas Frank saw enough to be satisfied: aggression, spirit, and the threat to hurt a top side. Spurs found goals, created chances, and fought back repeatedly.
But PSG’s quality — and Vitinha’s brilliance — made the difference. Tottenham’s Champions League campaign absorbed its first defeat, but with clearer signs of identity than in recent weeks.