Tag: Paris Saint-Germain

16Dec By Silver Emmanuel3 Comments

Ligue 1

PSG beat Lyon 3-1 In Ligue 1

Ousmane Dembele of PSG celebrates his goal with teammates during the Ligue 1 football match between Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) and Olympique Lyonnais (OL, Lyon) at Parc des Princes stadium on December 15, 2024 in Paris, France. Paris Saint-Germain beat Olympique Lyon 3-1 in a French Ligue 1 week 15 match Sunday. French winger Ousmane Dembele drew first blood early in the eighth minute at Parc Des Princes. Portuguese midfielder Vitinha made it 2-0 for the hosts with a penalty kick in the 14th minute. Georgian attacker Georges Mikautadze took one back for Lyon in the 40th minute. PSG's Portuguese attacker Goncalo Ramos netted another one for the Parisians in the 88th minute. With the result, PSG now have 37 points and are seven points clear of runners-up Olympique Marseille. Olympique Lyon...

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8Dec By Silver EmmanuelNo Comments

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PSG Receive Positive Outlook for Napoli winger

TURIN, ITALY - DECEMBER 01: SSC Napoli player Khvicha Kvaratskhelia in action during the Serie A match between Torino FC and SSC Napoli at Stadio Olimpico on December 1, 2024 in Turin, Italy. (Photo by SSC Napoli/Getty Images) Barcelona, Liverpool, Manchester United, Manchester City, and Paris Saint-Germain are reportedly monitoring Napoli winger Khvicha Kvaratskhelia closely. Contract extension talks between Kvaratskhelia and Napoli have hit a standstill, fueling speculation about a potential transfer in 2025. According to La Gazzetta dello Sport, PSG and Barcelona are intensifying their pursuit of the Georgian star, increasing pressure on Napoli to finalize a deal before the summer. Manchester City are looking to strengthen their attack, particularly on the wings, due to the inconsiste...

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7Dec By Silver Emmanuel6 Comments

Ligue 1

PSG poor Stat Under Enrique After Draw to Auxerre

Luis ENRIQUE head coach of PSG prior the Ligue 1 McDonald's match between Auxerre and Paris at Stade de L'Abbe-Deschamps on December 6, 2024 in Auxerre, France. Paris Saint-Germain and AJ Auxerre played to a 0-0 draw on Friday night at Stade de l’Abbé-Deschamps. While the match lacked goals, Donovan Léon delivered an outstanding performance in goal to frustrate PSG. PSG dominated the first half, registering seven shots on target compared to Auxerre’s one. Léon was the standout player, making four crucial saves to keep the visitors at bay, and the teams went into halftime still locked in a scoreless stalemate. In the second half, Léon continued to shine. The 32-year-old goalkeeper made seven more saves, frustrating Luis Enrique’s side. Despite PSG firing 18 shots, Léon stood firm, ensur...

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12Nov By Silver Emmanuel3 Comments

LALIGA

Revealed: Kylian Mbappé’s Popularity in France Has Significantly Dropped

Kylian Mbappé’s early days at Real Madrid have been somewhat rocky. Despite scoring eight goals and recording two assists in 16 appearances, the former Paris Saint-Germain star is still struggling to find consistency. MADRID, SPAIN - NOVEMBER 09: Kylian Mbappe of Real Madrid reacts during the LaLiga match between Real Madrid CF and CA Osasuna at Estadio Santiago Bernabeu on November 09, 2024 in Madrid, Spain. (Photo by Denis Doyle/Getty Images) As a result, France national team manager Didier Deschamps left his captain out of the squad for the upcoming UEFA Nations League matches for the November FIFA international window. The Frenchman’s El Clásico debut was particularly tough, as Real Madrid were hammered 4-0 by Barcelona at the Santiago Bernabéu on October 26. The struggles ...

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10Nov By Silver Emmanuel6 Comments

Ligue 1

Lee Kang-in gets double, assist as PSG thump Angers 4-2

Farid El MELLALI of ANGERS and Lee KANG-IN of FC Paris Saint-Germain during the Ligue 1 MCDonald's match between Angers and Paris at Stade Jean Bouin on November 9, 2024 in Angers, France. Lee Kang-in led Paris Saint-Germain to a big 4-2 win over Angers on Saturday, scoring the opening two goals of the game and assisting the fourth at Stade Raymond Kopa in Angers, France. The fiery Korean midfielder was on fine form going into the international break, connecting with a Marco Asensio pass in the 17th minute to hammer in goal No. 1. Lee struck again three minutes later, again combining with Asensio as the Spaniard pulled the back for Lee to hammer past Yahia Fofana. PSG continued the rout, Bradley Barcola benefitting from yet another Asensio set up in the 31st minute. Lee stepped in to a...

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2Nov By Silver Emmanuel2 Comments

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Barcelona, PSG Gain Transfer Boost for €120M-Rated AC Milan Talent

Rafael Leao of AC Milan looks on during AC Milan training session at Milanello on October 30, 2024 in Cairate, Italy. Last month, Fichajes reported that Rafael Leão is drawing interest from three European clubs: Arsenal, Manchester United, and Paris Saint-Germain. Leão is currently under contract with AC Milan until 2028, with a buyout clause set at €175 million. However, the report suggests that Milan might be open to negotiating his departure for around €120 million. At PSG, Leão could either join as a winger to compete with Bradley Barcola or move to the right side to challenge Ousmane Dembélé. For Manchester United, Leão could step in as a potential replacement for Marcus Rashford if they decide to sell him. Meanwhile, Arsenal is eager to strengthen its attack to become a more consi...

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28Oct By Silver Emmanuel2 Comments

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Manchester City, PSG plot raid on Barcelona for €30 million-rated star

Inaki Pena of FC Barcelona with the ball during the LaLiga EA Sports match between Real Madrid CF and FC Barcelona at Estadio Santiago Bernabeu on October 26, 2024 in Madrid, Spain. Manchester City and Paris Saint-Germain are reportedly keen on signing 25-year-old Barcelona goalkeeper Inaki Pena. According to a report from Spanish outlet Fichajes, Barcelona and Paris Saint-Germain are hoping to sign 25-year-old goalkeeper Inaki Pena from La Liga outfit Barcelona, and they would have to pay €30 million for him. There is no doubt that both clubs have the financial muscle to get the deal done, and it will be interesting to see if they follow up on their interest with an official offer to sign the Spanish goalkeeper. Inalki Pena is not a key player for Barcelona, and he won’t be a regular sta...

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28Oct By Silver Emmanuel6 Comments

Ligue 1

PSG crush Marseille to go clear atop French league

Adrien RABIOT of Marseille and Fabian RUIZ of FC Paris Saint-Germain during the Ligue 1 MCDonald's match between Marseille and Paris at Orange Velodrome on October 27, 2024 in Marseille, France. Paris Saint-Germain have moved three points clear at the top of the French league with a resounding 3-0 win at Marseille, who badly failed their first big test this season after a red card and an own-goal in the first half. A win on Sunday would have moved Marseille level on points with the defending champions, but instead third-place Marseille dropped six points behind unbeaten PSG and stayed three points behind Monaco in second spot. The humiliating manner of the defeat will doubtless test the patience of Marseille's hugely demanding fans. Some of them started leaving Stade Velodrome before the ...

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7Oct By Silver Emmanuel7 Comments

Ligue 1

PSG’s Struggle in Draw Against Nice Emphasizes Absence of Messi and Mbappé, Pundit Claims

Paris Saint-Germain head into the FIFA international break on a two-match winless streak following their 1-1 draw to OGC Nice on Sunday night at Allianz Riviera. Nonetheless, one journalist believes that it’s matches like these that the Parisians miss their superstar players. Both teams took five shots each in the first half, but it was the home side that broke the deadlock when Ali Abdi scored in the 39th minute, marking his first goal for Les Aiglons. Nice went into halftime with a 1-0 lead, needing to hold onto that advantage for another 45 minutes to secure all three points. In the second half, PSG significantly outshot Nice, registering 14 shots in total compared to Nice’s four. Luis Enrique’s side equalized in the 52nd minute with a goal from Nuno Mendes. The match would stay 1-1, w...

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1Oct By Silver Emmanuel2 Comments

Champions League

Arsenal scorch European giants as Gianluigi Donnarumma struggles in return

Arsenal posted their first win of the 2024-25 Champions League group stage with a highly impressive 2-0 triumph over fellow European heavyweights Paris Saint-Germain in London. Kai Havertz and Bukhayo Saka scored first half goals to ignite a packed Emirates Stadium on Wednesday (AEST) and make amends for a drab 0-0 stalemate with Atalanta in their opening game of the competition in September.   "They were absolutely phenomenal in that first half," Mark Bosnich said on Stan Sport. "They've been threatening this type of performance all season, a complete performance - and that's what you've seen in the first half. PSG's star goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma - who earns a reported $19m per year - should have done better with both goals. The Italy No.1 was indecisive for Leandro Trossard's test...

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28Sep By Silver Emmanuel3 Comments

Ligue 1

Barcola scores twice as PSG extend unbeaten league run

Bradley Barcola scored a goal in each half and Lee Kang-in added a third as Paris Saint-Germain beat Rennes 3-1 to extend their unbeaten run in the French league.Barcola took a pass from Ousmane Dembélé after half an hour and steered a right-foot shot inside the far post. PARIS, FRANCE - SEPTEMBER 27: Bradley Barcola of Paris Saint Germain (R) dribbles Leo Ostigard of Rennes (L) during the Ligue 1 match between Paris Saint-Germain FC and Stade Rennais FC 1901 at Parc des Princes on September 27, 2024 in Paris, France. (Photo by Antonio Borga/Eurasia Sport Images/Getty Images) Lee got his third goal of the season to double the home side's advantage 12 minutes into the second half and Barcola added his second with a simple tap in after 68 minutes. Arnaud Kalimuendo scored a consol...

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24Sep By Silver Emmanuel2 Comments

Ligue 1

PSG Attack in ‘Complicated Period’ Ahead of Crucial Arsenal Clash, Expert Warns

Over the last two matches, Paris Saint-Germain have struggled with their attack, needing luck in the goal against Girona FC and only scored off a header from Ousmane Dembélé on the road at Stade de Reims. The French giants must resolve their scoring woes before their marquee UEFA Champions League match against Arsenal on October 1. PSG’s performance is worrying, especially considering how well their opponents in the competition played this past weekend. Arsenal managed a 2-1 win over Manchester City despite being down to 10 men, VfB Stuttgart thrashed Borussia Dortmund 5-1, Manchester City grabbed a stoppage-time equalizer against Arsenal, and Bayern Munich have racked up 20 goals in their last three games. With the road match a few days away, Football Transfer’s Robin Bairner shared why ...

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20Sep By Silver EmmanuelNo Comments

Ligue 1

PSG Urged to Pursue Chelsea and Tottenham Target to Boost Consistency in No. 9 Role

Sporting Lisbon’s Viktor Gyökeres is attracting considerable attention, especially with his strong start to the 2024-25 season. Moreover, one pundit notes that the Swedish striker is a player Paris Saint-Germain should be pursuing. Over the summer, the Parisians were linked to strikers but opted to bet on Gonçalo Ramos or Randal Kolo Muani. Ramos injured himself early on this campaign, so Kolo Muani is the only No. 9. In the 1-0 UEFA Champions League win over Girona FC, the capital club’s lack of goal-scoring reared its ugly head as it had difficulty finishing its chances. As a result, the reigning Ligue 1 champions’ ability to finish is a topic of discussion. Canal+ pundit Samir Nasri notes that Gyökeres must be on the French giants’ radar because the player has consistently scored goals....

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15Sep By Silver EmmanuelNo Comments

Ligue 1

Perfect PSG stay ahead of Marseille and Monaco in Ligue 1

Ousmane Dembele scored twice as Paris Saint-Germain came from behind to beat Brest 3-1 in Ligue 1 on Saturday, extending their perfect start to the French season and keeping them ahead of Marseille and Monaco at the top of the table. Brest, preparing to make their debut in the Champions League next week, took the lead at the Parc des Princes when Romain Del Castillo converted a penalty on the half-hour mark. However, Dembele headed in from a Marco Asensio cross to equalise for PSG shortly before half-time, and two goals in two minutes in the second half sealed their fourth win in as many outings so far this season. Fresh from scoring twice in Spain's 4-1 win in Switzerland last week, Fabian Ruiz curled in a fine strike to put PSG ahead on 73 minutes, and Dembele followed up to make it 3-1 ...

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14Sep By Silver EmmanuelNo Comments

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PSG Club Chief Hints at AC Milan and Roma’s Interest in Veteran Defender

Milan Skriniar has yet to play for Paris Saint-Germain this 2024-25 season as the capital club couldn’t offload the Slovakian this past summer transfer window. LEIPZIG, GERMANY - AUGUST 10: Milan Skriniar of Paris Saint-Germain in action during the pre-season friendly match between RB Leipzig and Paris Saint-Germain at Red Bull Arena on August 10, 2024 in Leipzig, Germany. (Photo by Luciano Lima/Getty Images) However, sporting advisor Luis Campos hinted at two Italian clubs who might have inquired about the player. Skriniar doesn’t fit what manager Luis Enrique wants from his center-backs, so the former Inter Milan standout’s name was in the rumor mill toward the end of the transfer window. However, no club ended up landing the 29-year-old. The defender remains at PSG, b...

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13Sep By Silver EmmanuelNo Comments

Ligue 1

PSG refuse League order to pay Mbappe disputed $60M

The LFP oversees all matters concerning the top two tiers of football in France, but PSG said they would seek a legal ruling elsewhere. The 25-year-old striker says PSG owe him 55 million euros in wages and bonuses, but the Parisians say Mbappe agreed to waive the money in August 2023. On Thursday, the LFP commission told PSG to pay, reportedly within a week, sparking a response from the Qatari-backed club. "Given the limits of the Commission's legal scope to make a full decision on this matter, the case must now be pursued before another court." "PSG will look forward to presenting all the facts over the coming months and year." Lawyers representing the two parties met early on Wednesday after Mbappe, who joined Real Madrid this summer, had referred his case to the LFP's legal committee.

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8Sep By Silver EmmanuelNo Comments

Champions League

PSG Receive Boost Ahead of Crucial Champions League Fixtures Against Girona, Arsenal

The international window hasn’t been kind to Paris Saint-Germain with key players like Vitinha, Désiré Doué, and Warren Zaïre-Emery suffering injuries. After the alarm bells went off with their midfield suffering multiple blows ahead of an intense next few weeks, there’s a sigh of relief. The Parisians have a mix of good and bad news as club football returns this week and the UEFA Champions League kicks off this month. PSG will face Stade Brestois on September 14 and the Spanish side Girona on September 18. Afterward, the Ligue 1 side face Stade de Reims on September 21 and Stade Rennais on September 27 before their showdown with Arsenal on October 1. As a result, the capital club need all their players healthy for these next couple of weeks and while they suffered scares, L’Equipe ...

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6Sep By Silver Emmanuel3 Comments

Ligue 1

Fabrizio Romano’s Bold Take: PSG Loanee and Real Madrid Star Should Have Made Ballon d’Or Top 30

The list for the Ballon d’Or was revealed this week, but transfer expert Fabrizio Romano believes that three names were omitted. Here are the names that made it into the final 30: Jude Bellingham Ruben Dias Phil Foden Federico Valverde Emiliano Martinez Erling Haaland Nico Williams Granit Xhaka Artem Dovbyk Toni Kroos Vinicius Jr. Dani Olmo Florian Wirtz Martin Odegaard Mats Hummels Rodri Harry Kane Declan Rice Vitinha Cole Palmer Dani Carvajal Lamine Yamal Bukayo Saka Hakan Calhanoglu William Saliba Kylian Mbappe Lautaro Martinez Ademola Lookman Toni Rudiger Alejandro Grimaldo Still, Romano noted in his column for CaughtOffside that there are a couple of players who should have the final 30. One of them is Paris Saint-Germain loanee Xavi Simons, who had an excellent 2023-24 season while...

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2Sep By Silver Emmanuel1 Comment

Ligue 1

No Mbappe, no worries as PSG maintain perfect start

Paris Saint-Germain are enjoying a perfect start to the season despite the summer departure of star striker Kylian Mbappe for Real Madrid, after securing another victory - 3-1 at Lille - in the French league. PSG lead the standings with nine points from three games, having now scored 13 goals. They opened their campaign with a 4-1 away win at Le Havre, followed by a 6-0 demolition of Montpellier. Vitinha put the visitors ahead from the penalty spot in the 33rd minute and Bradley Barcola quickly doubled the lead for the defending champions. Edon Zhegrova got one back for Lille in the 78th before Randal Kolo Muani sealed the win in second-half stoppage time. Also on Sunday, Monaco and Lens drew 1-1 in a game with two late goals. Denis Zakaria headed the hosts ahead in the 84th before Le...

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16Aug By Silver Emmanuel1 Comment

Ligue 1

West Ham make enquiry over a move for PSG star Carlos Soler

West Ham have enquired about a move for Spain and Paris Saint-Germain midfielder Carlos Soler. The Hammers have been one of the surprise big spenders with Aaron Wan-Bissaka's arrival on Wednesday the eighth signing made by new boss Julen Lopetegui so far this summer. While they have recruited heavily in defence - with Wan-Bissaka joined by Max Kilman and Jean-Clair Todibo - West Ham appear to have set their sights on reinforcements in the middle of the park. With James Ward-Prowse, Edson Alvarez, Tomas Soucek and Guido Rodriguez in the centre, they are fairly well stocked for midfielders, yet the club have now approached PSG over Soler's availability. Primarily a central midfielder, Soler came through the ranks at Valencia before departing for the French capital in the summer windo...

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