The Monaco goal scored by Serbian forward Ivan Mitrović in the UEFA Champions League quarter-final against Paris Saint-Germain on 24 February 2019 was one that will be remembered for years to come. The match, which took place at the Stade de France in Paris, saw the two teams compete fiercely for the chance to progress to the semi-finals.
Mitrović's goal came late in the second half as he latched onto a through ball from his teammate Benjamin Mendy and slotted it past PSG goalkeeper Alphonse Areola. It was a stunning strike that showcased Mitrović's pace, finishing and technique on display.
In terms of key statistics, Mitrović's goal was the first of the match and also the only goal scored by either team in the entire match. It also marked Mitrović's first goal in the competition since joining Monaco in January 2019, after scoring four goals in five appearances for the club in all competitions prior to that.
Trends in the match included both teams playing with intensity and determination throughout,Serie A Stadium with Monaco coming close to scoring earlier in the match but ultimately failing to do so. Despite this, the match remained closely contested until the final whistle, with both teams showing great resilience and skill on the pitch.
Overall, Mitrović's goal was a standout moment in what was a highly competitive match between two top-tier European clubs. It was a testament to Mitrović's ability as a player and showed just how important he has become to Monaco over the course of the season. As the tournament progresses, we can expect Mitrović to continue to make significant contributions to Monaco's success in Europe.