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‘We deserved a better result’ Mauro Junior frustrated with PSV’s Champions League defeat to RB Leipzig

PSV lost their second game in the Champions League as they fell 1-0 away from home to RB Leipzig. Ivan Perisic first half penalty was saved by Belgian goalkeeper Maarten Vandevoordt, a costly mistake…

Published: Wednesday, 14 October 2026 at 9:19 AM
‘We deserved a better result’ Mauro Junior frustrated with PSV’s Champions League defeat to RB Leipzig
Key Things to Know
  • Mauro Junior and PSV Eindhoven suffered a frustrating 1-0 Champions League defeat against RB Leipzig.
  • RB Leipzig defeated PSV 1-0 courtesy of a 75th-minute decisive goal by Brajan Gruda.
  • PSV forward Ivan Perisic had a first-half penalty saved by Leipzig goalkeeper Maarten Vandevoordt.
The Story in 60 Seconds

PSV Eindhoven suffered a frustrating 1-0 defeat away against RB Leipzig in the UEFA Champions League, prompting disappointment over the outcome. Brajan Gruda scored the decisive goal with 15 minutes remaining to secure the German club's first win of the competition, leaving Peter Bosz's side empty-handed despite creating multiple chances.

The Dutch champions missed a crucial opportunity when Ivan Perisic had a first-half penalty saved by Leipzig goalkeeper Maarten Vandevoordt. Following an opening 1-1 draw against Shakhtar Donetsk, the defeat leaves PSV needing a victory in their next fixture to maintain realistic hopes of qualification.

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