Sporting CP Stun Defending Champions PSG with Dramatic 2-1 Victory

In a thrilling UEFA Champions League encounter on January 20, 2026, Sporting CP delivered a stunning upset by defeating the reigning titleholders Paris Saint-Germain 2-1 at home in Lisbon. Colombian striker Luis Suárez was the hero of the night, scoring a brilliant brace—including a decisive 90th-minute winner—to secure all three points for the Portuguese side.

The first half remained goalless despite PSG's dominance in possession and chances. The breakthrough came in the 74th minute when Suárez capitalized on a set-piece opportunity, slotting home coolly to give Sporting the lead against the run of play. PSG responded quickly, with substitute Khvicha Kvaratskhelia equalizing just five minutes later in the 79th minute, seemingly setting up a share of the spoils.

However, drama unfolded in stoppage time as Suárez rose highest to head in the rebound from a saved shot, clinching a memorable victory and sending the Estádio José Alvalade into raptures. The result leaves both teams on 13 points in the league phase standings, but Sporting's perfect home record in the competition continues, having now beaten top sides including Manchester City and PSG.

Suárez, in fine form this season with an impressive goal tally, proved once again why he remains a lethal finisher. The defeat dents PSG's hopes of a top-eight finish for direct qualification to the round of 16, while boosting Sporting's knockout-stage ambitions.