Goncalo Ramos had a disastrous performance in PSG’s 0-1 defeat against Dortmund in the second leg of the Champions League semifinals. He missed several promising opportunities for PSG throughout the match. In the 60th minute, from a cross by Vitinha on the right wing, the Portuguese forward shot the ball straight up into the air.
Just two minutes later, the former Benfica striker was given a similar chance. This time, Nuno Mendes provided a favorable pass to Ramos on the left wing, but once again, he sent the ball into the stands.
“Ramos was wasteful. He should have executed the finish better. PSG really needed that goal,” Sky Sports commented on Ramos’ poor ability to capitalize on scoring chances.
In the match against Dortmund, Ramos attempted 5 shots, only 1 of which hit the target, resulting in an expected goal (xG) ratio of 1.26. Whoscored rated Ramos 6 out of 10, lower than any other player on the field.
The PSG players were visibly frustrated when Ramos failed to score. Meanwhile, PSG fans were also outraged by Ramos’s performance.
“A hat-trick (against Switzerland in the 2022 World Cup—PV), and they say this player is better than Ronaldo.” “Ramos is a disgrace.” “This player doesn’t know how to play football.” “PSG spent 80 million euros on a striker who can’t score.” These were the common reactions from PSG supporters.
In the current Champions League season, Ramos has appeared in 7 matches but has failed to score a goal.
Ramos joined PSG in the summer of 2023 from Benfica for 80 million euros. He was part of the club’s major offensive overhaul following the departures of Neymar and Lionel Messi. However, his performances have been truly disappointing.
Ramos epitomizes PSG’s attacking woes in this match. The home team had 30 shots, with only 5 of them on target, including 5 instances where the ball hit the crossbar or post but failed to find the back of the net.
Mats Hummels scored the only goal in the second leg from a corner kick. Overall, Dortmund advanced past PSG with a 2-0 aggregate score after both legs.