Neymar Sent Off in PSG’s Champions League ClashNeymar Sent Off in PSG’s Champions League Clash Paris Saint-Germain’s hopes of Champions League glory were dealt a blow on Tuesday night as star player Neymar received a red card in a heated clash with Manchester City. In the second half of the semi-final first leg at the Parc des Princes, Neymar was involved in a tangle with City defender Aymeric Laporte. The Brazilian appeared to strike the Frenchman in the face with his forearm, prompting referee Björn Kuipers to brandish a straight red card. The dismissal of Neymar was a major setback for PSG, who were already trailing 1-0 to City. The Parisians struggled to create chances in his absence and ultimately lost the match 2-1. After the game, PSG manager Mauricio Pochettino defended Neymar’s actions, claiming that Laporte had provocked the incident. However, the UEFA disciplinary panel is likely to take a dim view of the incident and could impose a lengthy suspension on the player. Neymar has had a history of disciplinary issues in the past, and his latest red card will only fuel speculation about his future at PSG. The Brazilian has been linked with a move to Real Madrid in recent months, and his expulsion from the Champions League could hasten his departure from the French capital. The loss of Neymar will be a huge blow to PSG’s hopes of winning their first Champions League title. The Parisians have invested heavily in their squad in recent years, and they will be desperate to make a deep run in the competition this season. However, with Neymar now suspended, Pochettino will have to find a way to fill the void left by the Brazilian. The Argentine coach will have to hope that his other attacking players, such as Kylian Mbappé and Angel Di Maria, can step up in Neymar’s absence. PSG will travel to the Etihad Stadium for the second leg of their Champions League semi-final on May 4th. The Parisians will need to produce a heroic performance if they are to overturn their first-leg deficit and reach the final.