In a thrilling showdown in the Champions League, Liverpool faced PSG at Anfield with sky-high hopes after leading 1-0 from the first leg. However, things took a tense turn as Nuno Mendes continued to frustrate the Egyptian star, Mo Salah, who was eager to extend Liverpool's lead early in the game.

Within the first few minutes, Salah had a golden opportunity to score, but Mendes showcased his defensive prowess, blocking a shot that looked like it was destined for the net. The first quarter-hour saw Liverpool dominate, putting pressure on PSG and looking to capitalize on their aggregate lead.

As the match progressed, Ousmane Dembele delivered a dramatic equalizer for PSG, leveling the score just before halftime. Liverpool fans were left feeling frustrated and disheartened, as the goal came against the run of play. Salah had two distinct opportunities to put the Reds ahead once again. The first chance was thwarted by Mendes, while the second saw him misfire after creating space inside the box.

BBC pundit Stephen Warnock couldn’t hide his disbelief after Salah's near-miss, saying, "How has Mo Salah missed? It looked like an open goal for Salah. The run in behind for Dominik Szoboszlai was immaculate." This encapsulated the collective agony among Liverpool supporters who were left wondering how their star player, who has been prolific this season, failed to convert.

Despite Salah’s struggles, fans were hopeful he would bounce back as previous performances this season indicated his capability to shine in big moments. Throughout the first half, Salah demonstrated noticeable improvement, creating key chances and showing more aggression around the 18-yard box. Statistically speaking, he had 32 touches, completed 14 of 18 passes, and was involved in creating pressure on the PSG defense. However, his inability to challenge PSG’s goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma left supporters yearning for more.

As the second half approached, the question remained: Would Salah overcome his earlier performance and lead Liverpool to victory, or would PSG set the stage for a shocking turnaround? The stakes were high, with the ambitions of the Merseysiders' Champions League campaign hanging in the balance. The eyes of the footballing world were glued to this encounter, eager to see if Salah could deliver when it mattered the most.

As Liverpool fans held their breath, one thing was clear: the magic of the Champions League always leaves room for incredible moments, and with Salah on the pitch, anything was still possible.