Paris Saint-Germain defeated Chelsea 3-0 (video highlights Chelsea/PSG, 8-2 on aggregate, quarter-final to be played against Liverpool or Galatasaray) this Tuesday at Stamford Bridge in the second leg of their 2025-2026 Champions League Round of 16 tie. Following the victory, PSG striker Khvicha Kvaratskhelia (25 years old) spoke in the mixed zone. He notably apologized to the Georgian people for his celebration after scoring, as his country was mourning the death on Tuesday of Ilia II, who had led the Orthodox Church since 1977.
Kvaratskhelia: “I think this trophy belonged to him.”
A great victory?
“It’s incredible to score three goals against Chelsea. The important thing is to keep playing well, keep going like this, and work hard for what’s to come. Every match is important.” We’re trying to get back to our best form.
Matvey Safonov?
He was very good. I received the Man of the Match award, but I think that trophy belonged to him. He made a lot of saves. He needs to keep it up; we’re very happy to have him with us.
Kvaratskhelia: “This is the hardest day; our spiritual father has died.”
Are you at your best?
I don’t know. I think it’s the coach who decides. I’m just trying to do my job on the pitch; I just want to give 100% to the team. I’m in good shape, but I can do much better.
The message about his celebration:
I apologize to the Georgian people for my celebration. This is the hardest day; our spiritual father has died.
