Ligue 1: Mbappe gets mixed reception in last PSG home game before scoring in 3-1 loss; Monaco clinch UCL spot
10 months, 1 week ago

Ligue 1: Mbappe gets mixed reception in last PSG home game before scoring in 3-1 loss; Monaco clinch UCL spot

The Hindu  

Paris St Germain was left stunned after it was beaten 3-1 by Toulouse on Sunday, with the newly-crowned champions slumping to only its second Ligue 1 defeat this season. Luis Enrique’s side struggled for form after its midweek Champions League semifinal loss to Borussia Dortmund and remain on 70 points from 32 games, six clear of second-placed AS Monaco with two games remaining. “We need to rethink things after a defeat and not lose like that at home, even if we are champions.” Kylian Mbappe, who confirmed on Friday that he will leave PSG at the end of the season, opened the scoring after eight minutes with a fine finish into an open goal following a pinpoint clearance from goalkeeper Arnau Tenas. ASLO READ | Bundesliga: Bayern beats Wolfsburg 2-0 in final home game after Champions League exit Elsewhere, second-half goals from Kassoum Ouattara and Youssouf Fofana earned Monaco a 2-0 away win over Montpellier to secure second place and a return to the Champions League It. Ligue 1’s second-top scorer Jonathan David scored a first-half brace to earn Lille a 2-1 win at Nantes to close in a Champions League spot as it climbed to third place, ahead of Brest on goal difference.

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Mbappé criticizes himself for previous mistakes as he returns to captain France
3 days, 11 hours ago

Mbappé criticizes himself for previous mistakes as he returns to captain France

Associated Press  

PARIS — Kylian Mbappé returns to lead France against Croatia after a six-month absence and on Wednesday criticized himself over how he handled the captaincy before. I have never had any problem with criticism when it is deserved and well-argued.” Back in September, Mbappé was subpar for Madrid and the national team but he hit back and said that people’s …

Ligue 1 2024-25: PSG moves closer to record-extending 13th league title with 3-1 win against Marseille
6 days, 1 hour ago

Ligue 1 2024-25: PSG moves closer to record-extending 13th league title with 3-1 win against Marseille

The Hindu  

Paris Saint-Germain concluded a perfect week on Sunday to move a step closer to a record-extending 13th French league title. The victory over its bitter rival in the biggest game of French football came five days after PSG ousted Liverpool from the Champions League. But the southern club — the only French team to win the Champions League back in …

PSG moves closer to record-extending 13th French league title with 3-1 win against Marseille
6 days, 12 hours ago

PSG moves closer to record-extending 13th French league title with 3-1 win against Marseille

Associated Press  

PARIS — Paris Saint-Germain concluded a perfect week on Sunday to move a step closer to a record-extending 13th French league title. The victory over its bitter rival in the biggest game of French soccer came five days after PSG ousted Liverpool from the Champions League. But the southern club — the only French team to win the Champions League …

PSG’s rise: How Luis Enrique’s vision and Mbappé’s departure led to better performance in Champions League
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1 week, 2 days ago

PSG’s rise: How Luis Enrique’s vision and Mbappé’s departure led to better performance in Champions League

The Hindu  

Will this finally be the year for Paris Saint-Germain? Luis Enrique’s players' defeat of favourites Liverpool in the last 16 tie on Tuesday night at Anfield after a thrilling penalty shootout showed that anything is now possible for PSG. Here is a look at the reasons behind PSG’s gradual progress this season, and how they knocked out Europe’s top team …

UEFA Champions League 2024-25: Emery proud of his Villa team as it prepares to face “formidable” PSG
1 week, 3 days ago

UEFA Champions League 2024-25: Emery proud of his Villa team as it prepares to face “formidable” PSG

The Hindu  

Aston Villa boss Unai Emery is thrilled to have steered his side into a Champions League quarterfinal but now wants even more as it faces a daunting clash with Paris St Germain. “For our club, it is very important to be in the Champions League quarterfinal, to play against Paris St Germain is something we have to be proud of,” …

Champions League: In win over Liverpool, redemption for PSG trio
1 week, 3 days ago

Champions League: In win over Liverpool, redemption for PSG trio

Hindustan Times  

Kolkata: “We suffered a lot in Paris but football is that way. Today, we were lucky.” Luis Enrique’s words summed up a night where Paris St-Germain and Liverpool needed to be separated by penalties but they will strike a deeper chord with Ousmane Dembélé, Gianluigi Donnarumma and Nuno Mendes. Adjudged best in Euro 2020, Donnarumma’s list of Champions League howlers …

PSG’s rise: How Enrique’s vision and Mbappé's departure led to Champions League success
1 week, 3 days ago

PSG’s rise: How Enrique’s vision and Mbappé's departure led to Champions League success

Associated Press  

Will this finally be the year for Paris Saint-Germain? Luis Enrique’s players’ defeat of favorites Liverpool in the last 16 tie on Tuesday night at Anfield after a thrilling penalty shootout showed that anything is now possible for PSG. Here is a look at the reasons behind PSG’s gradual progress this season, and how they knocked out Europe’s top team …

Liverpool's Champions League dream crushed by PSG in penalty shootout heartbreaker
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1 week, 4 days ago

Liverpool's Champions League dream crushed by PSG in penalty shootout heartbreaker

ABC  

Paris St Germain has beaten Liverpool 4-1 in a penalty shootout to advance to the Champions League quarterfinals after winning a rip-roaring last-16 second-leg match at Anfield 1-0 thanks to a goal from livewire Ousmane Dembele. The goal was the earliest Premier League-leading Liverpool had conceded at Anfield in the Champions League since September 2017 against Sevilla. Arne Slot's team …

PSG showed great personality, character in Liverpool shootout win: Luis Enrique
1 week, 4 days ago

PSG showed great personality, character in Liverpool shootout win: Luis Enrique

India Today  

Paris Saint-Germain manager Luis Enrique has claimed that his team showed great personality and character in their penalty shootout win against Liverpool in their UEFA Champions League Round Of 16 second leg at Anfield on Tuesday, March 11. "Both of the teams deserved to go to the next phase, they play better than us here, but I think my team …

Champions League: Despite attractive football, PSG on brink of exit as it meets Liverpool in second leg
1 week, 4 days ago

Champions League: Despite attractive football, PSG on brink of exit as it meets Liverpool in second leg

The Hindu  

Despite playing some of the best football, Paris Saint-Germain is once again on the brink of an early exit from Europe’s elite club competition. PSG was ultimately punished by a late goal from Harvey Elliott, with Liverpool’s second attempt on target compared to a whopping 28 for the home team. AS IT HAPPENED | PSG vs LIV FIRST LEG HIGHLIGHTS …

LIV vs PSG Highlights, UCL 2024-25 Round of 16 second leg: Paris Saint-Germain beats Liverpool in penalty shootout
1 week, 4 days ago

LIV vs PSG Highlights, UCL 2024-25 Round of 16 second leg: Paris Saint-Germain beats Liverpool in penalty shootout

The Hindu  

Welcome to Sportstar’s highlights of the Liverpool vs Paris Saint-Germain UEFA Champions League 2024-25 Round of 16 second leg match played at the Anfield Stadium. LINEUPS Liverpool: Alisson, Alexander-Arnold, Van Dijk, Konate, Roebertson, Gravenberch, Mac Allister, Salah, Szoboslai, Diaz, Jota PSG: Donnarumma, hakimi, Marquinhos, Pacho, mendes, Neves, Vitinha, Ruiz, Kvaratskhellia, Dembele, Barcola HIGHLIGHTS PREVIEW Liverpool boss Arne Slot described Paris …

Ligue 1 2024-25: Dembele strikes twice as PSG widens lead on top with a 4-1 win
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2 weeks ago

Ligue 1 2024-25: Dembele strikes twice as PSG widens lead on top with a 4-1 win

The Hindu  

Leader Paris St Germain continued its domination of Ligue 1 with a 4-1 win away to Stade Rennais on Saturday, with substitute Ousmane Dembele scoring twice in added time as the visitors earned their sixth successive league victory. Luis Enrique made eight changes to the side which lost 1-0 to Liverpool midweek in its Champions League last 16 first leg …

Dembélé reaches 20 league goals for PSG as unbeaten French leader wins 4-1 at Rennes
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2 weeks ago

Dembélé reaches 20 league goals for PSG as unbeaten French leader wins 4-1 at Rennes

Associated Press  

PARIS — Ousmane Dembélé came off the bench to score twice and help a shaky Paris Saint-Germain win 4-1 at Rennes on Saturday to stay unbeaten in Ligue 1. Bradley Barcola got one goal and set up another as PSG moved 16 points ahead of second-placed Marseille, which hosted Lens later Saturday. PSG coach Luis Enrique rested captain Marquinhos ahead …

“If you play for Liverpool, you want big games” – Slot ready for PSG challenge
2 weeks, 4 days ago

“If you play for Liverpool, you want big games” – Slot ready for PSG challenge

The Hindu  

Liverpool manager Arne Slot has hailed Paris Saint-Germain as “one of the strongest teams in Europe” ahead of their Champions League round of 16 first leg in Paris on Wednesday. The Premier League leader, which topped the new Champions League group phase, faces a formidable PSG side unbeaten since November. “If you play for Liverpool, you want to play in …

PSG coach Enrique warns his players about Liverpool’s ‘fighter jets’ in attack
2 weeks, 4 days ago

PSG coach Enrique warns his players about Liverpool’s ‘fighter jets’ in attack

Associated Press  

PARIS — Paris Saint-Germain coach Luis Enrique is worried about the speed of Liverpool’s “fighter jets” in attack and warned his team not to give the ball away in their Champions League clash. “Liverpool has one of the best counter attacks in Europe so we will try to keep the ball and be careful not to suffer too much from …

Ligue 1 2024-25: Leader PSG scores four first-half goals to thrash Lille
3 weeks ago

Ligue 1 2024-25: Leader PSG scores four first-half goals to thrash Lille

The Hindu  

Paris Saint-Germain continued its march towards the Ligue 1 title with a 4-1 win over fifth-placed Lille on Saturday, scoring all four goals in a first half that saw the visitor overwhelmed. Bradley Barcola scored the home side’s first goal after six minutes pouncing on a rebound after a Chevalier save from Ousmane Dembele and from there it just got …

PSG blows Lille away 4-1 to warm up for Liverpool in Champions League
3 weeks ago

PSG blows Lille away 4-1 to warm up for Liverpool in Champions League

Associated Press  

PARIS — Paris Saint-Germain warmed up for Liverpool with a 4-1 win over Lille on Saturday as it consolidated its runaway French league lead. Khvicha Kvaratskhelia watched the goals from the substitutes’ bench as PSG coach Luis Enrique rested the Georgia star ahead of Liverpool’s visit in the Champions League. Lille, which had been fourth ahead of the 24th round, …

Ligue 1 2024-25: Hakimi’s double powers leaders PSG to hard-fought 3-2 win at Lyon
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Ligue 1 2024-25: Hakimi’s double powers leaders PSG to hard-fought 3-2 win at Lyon

The Hindu  

Paris St Germain extended its lead in Ligue 1 following a 3-2 victory at Olympique Lyonnais on Sunday, courtesy of Achraf Hakimi’s double and an Ousmane Dembele strike in the second half. “We feel very strong tonight, we’re in a very good phase.” After a fairly uneventful first half, the champion found its way through a resilient Lyon defence eight …

Champions League last-16 draw analysed: Liverpool-PSG tops bill alongside Madrid derby and Bayern-Leverkusen
1 month ago

Champions League last-16 draw analysed: Liverpool-PSG tops bill alongside Madrid derby and Bayern-Leverkusen

New York Times  

The Champions League’s new format may have given every team only two possible opponents in the round-of-16 draw but that has done little to dampen the excitement now that we know the eight ties. Liverpool and PSG last met in the Champions League in 2018-19 in the group stage Confirmed fixture dates: First leg: PSG v Liverpool, March 5, 8pm …

Bentaleb’s remarkable return could inspire Lille’s run for a Champions League spot
1 month ago

Bentaleb’s remarkable return could inspire Lille’s run for a Champions League spot

Associated Press  

PARIS — If Lille needs further motivation in its drive to qualify for the Champions League next season, then it need only look at Nabil Bentaleb’s remarkable return. “It goes beyond football.” Now Bentaleb and his teammates must focus on catching Monaco and Nice in the Ligue 1 race for a top-four Champions League spot. Laborde has nine league goals …

Champions League 2024-25: Enrique lauds PSG’s mentality after 7-0 win over Brest
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1 month ago

Champions League 2024-25: Enrique lauds PSG’s mentality after 7-0 win over Brest

The Hindu  

Paris St Germain coach Luis Enrique hailed his team’s outstanding performance as they crushed fellow Ligue 1 side Brest 7-0 on Wednesday to advance to the Champions League last 16. PSG made light work of Champions League newcomers Brest, winning 10-0 on aggregate, in its most dominant victory in Europe. READ | Champions League 2024-25: Mbappe can reach Ronaldo’s level, …

PSG hit seven to set up Champions League clash with Liverpool or Barcelona
1 month ago

PSG hit seven to set up Champions League clash with Liverpool or Barcelona

New Indian Express  

PARIS: Paris Saint-Germain can look forward to a showdown with either Liverpool or Barcelona in the last 16 of the Champions League after mercilessly crushing French rivals Brest 7-0 on Wednesday to win their play-off round tie 10-0 on aggregate. It is PSG's record winning margin in a European game and the first time they have scored seven in the …

PSG winger Barcola has raised his game since Kvaratskhelia’s arrival
1 month ago

PSG winger Barcola has raised his game since Kvaratskhelia’s arrival

Associated Press  

PARIS — Khvicha Kvaratskhelia’s arrival at Paris Saint-Germain has certainly brought the best out of winger Bradley Barcola in the Champions League. Barcola scored one goal, added one assist and played a part in the third goal as PSG routed Brest 7-0 to advance to the round of 16 with a resounding 10-0 aggregate win. Since Kvaratskhelia joined from Napoli …

Ligue 1 2024-25: Luis Enrique, Hakimi among others to extend stay at PSG
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Ligue 1 2024-25: Luis Enrique, Hakimi among others to extend stay at PSG

The Hindu  

Coach Luis Enrique has signed a two-year extension to his deal with Paris Saint-Germain, while a handful of players including Moroccan star Achraf Hakimi have also extended their contracts in the French capital, the Ligue 1 leader announced on Friday. Former Barcelona and Spain coach Luis Enrique arrived in Paris in July 2023 on a two-year deal and will now …

Kvaratskhelia scores his first PSG goal as Ligue 1 leader routs Monaco
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Kvaratskhelia scores his first PSG goal as Ligue 1 leader routs Monaco

Associated Press  

PARIS — New signing Khvicha Kvaratskhelia scored his first goal for Paris Saint-Germain when the unbeaten Ligue 1 leader routed third-placed Monaco 4-1 to go 13 points clear on Friday. He showed a bit of both in the 54th minute, controlling a quick pass with his right foot, cutting cleverly inside Christian Mawissa and scooping the ball off balance over …

Ligue 1 2024-25: PSG a better team in post-Mbappe era, says Luis Enrique
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Ligue 1 2024-25: PSG a better team in post-Mbappe era, says Luis Enrique

The Hindu  

Runaway Ligue 1 leaders Paris Saint Germain has been better in attack and defence since striker Kylian Mbappe moved to Real Madrid last year, coach Luis Enrique said before it hosts third-placed AS Monaco on Friday. “I was very brave last season when I told you that we would have a better team in attack and defence,” Luis Enrique told …

Ligue 1 2024-25: PSG boss Luis Enrique lavishes praise on ‘difference-maker’ Dembele
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Ligue 1 2024-25: PSG boss Luis Enrique lavishes praise on ‘difference-maker’ Dembele

The Hindu  

Paris Saint Germain manager Luis Enrique is not surprised by Ousmane Dembele’s recent form, saying on Monday that the French forward possesses qualities that make him a difference-maker in games. Dembele scored successive hat-tricks last week when he helped PSG to a 4-1 away thrashing of German Bundesliga side VfB Stuttgart in the Champions League and a 5-2 Ligue 1 …

UEFA Champions League 2024-25: Arsenal, PSG sails into knockouts with comfortable wins
1 month, 3 weeks ago

UEFA Champions League 2024-25: Arsenal, PSG sails into knockouts with comfortable wins

The Hindu  

Arsenal secured a spot in the Champions League round of 16 as it rallied from a goal down to win 2-1 at Girona on Wednesday thanks to goals from Jorginho and Ethan Nwaneri. More from UEFA Champions League: Liverpool loses perfect record but finishes top; Villa clinches direct Round of 16 spot Girona pushed for an equaliser late in the …

Ligue 1 2024-25: PSG held to 1-1 draw by Reims but moves 10 points clear at top
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Ligue 1 2024-25: PSG held to 1-1 draw by Reims but moves 10 points clear at top

The Hindu  

Paris Saint-Germain had to settle for a 1-1 draw at home to mid-table Stade de Reims on Saturday after Ousmane Dembele’s second-half strike was cancelled out by Keito Nakamura’s, although it stretched its lead at the top of Ligue 1 to 10 points. PSG started brightly with Lee Kang-in and Goncalo Ramos looking to open the scoring although Reims also …

Young guns prove PSG can deliver without Mbappe
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Young guns prove PSG can deliver without Mbappe

China Daily  

PSG's Bradley Barcola celebrates scoring its second goal during the Champions League match against Manchester City. REUTERS PARIS — Paris Saint-Germain finally showed it can shine in the Champions League without star Kylian Mbappe, rallying from 2-0 down in the second half to beat Manchester City 4-2 for a crucial victory Wednesday. Bradley Barcola, a 22-year-old winger, scored one goal …

Young guns prove PSG can deliver without Mbappe
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Young guns prove PSG can deliver without Mbappe

China Daily  

PSG's Bradley Barcola celebrates scoring its second goal during the Champions League match against Manchester City. REUTERS PARIS — Paris Saint-Germain finally showed it can shine in the Champions League without star Kylian Mbappe, rallying from 2-0 down in the second half to beat Manchester City 4-2 for a crucial victory Wednesday. Bradley Barcola, a 22-year-old winger, scored one goal …

Young guns prove PSG can deliver without Mbappe
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Young guns prove PSG can deliver without Mbappe

China Daily  

PSG's Bradley Barcola celebrates scoring its second goal during the Champions League match against Manchester City. REUTERS PARIS — Paris Saint-Germain finally showed it can shine in the Champions League without star Kylian Mbappe, rallying from 2-0 down in the second half to beat Manchester City 4-2 for a crucial victory Wednesday. Bradley Barcola, a 22-year-old winger, scored one goal …

PSG- 4 Man City- 2: Young guns prove PSG can deliver in the Champions League without Mbappé
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1 month, 3 weeks ago

PSG- 4 Man City- 2: Young guns prove PSG can deliver in the Champions League without Mbappé

The Hindu  

Paris Saint-Germain finally showed it can shine in the Champions League without star Kylian Mbappé, rallying from 2-0 down in the second half to beat Manchester City 4-2 for a crucial victory Wednesday. “I feel pride this evening, against such a team, against such a manager, against such good players,” PSG coach Luis Enrique said. "It was a complete performance …

Champions League: PSG put City to brink of elimination while Arsenal inch closer to last-16; Madrid thump Salzburg 5-1
2 months ago

Champions League: PSG put City to brink of elimination while Arsenal inch closer to last-16; Madrid thump Salzburg 5-1

Firstpost  

Manchester City find themselves on the verge of bowing out of the UEFA Champions League in the league phase after suffering 4-2 loss against Paris Saint-Germain despite leading by two goals while Arsenal virtually assured themselves of a place in the knockouts after defeating Dinamo Zagreb 3-0. Paris Saint-Germain's Joao Neves celebrates with Vitinha after scoring his team's third goal …

PSG sink Man City with stunning Champions League comeback
2 months ago

PSG sink Man City with stunning Champions League comeback

Deccan Chronicle  

Paris Saint-Germain produced a stunning second-half fightback as they recovered from two goals down to beat Manchester City 4-2 in a Champions League thriller on Wednesday, a result which leaves Pep Guardiola's side still at risk of an early exit.All the goals came in the second half on a wet night at the Parc des Princes, with Jack Grealish and …

Young guns prove PSG can deliver in the Champions League without Mbappé
Trending News
2 months ago

Young guns prove PSG can deliver in the Champions League without Mbappé

Associated Press  

PARIS — Paris Saint-Germain finally showed it can shine in the Champions League without star Kylian Mbappé, rallying from 2-0 down in the second half to beat Manchester City 4-2 for a crucial victory Wednesday. “I feel pride this evening, against such a team, against such a manager, against such good players,” PSG coach Luis Enrique said. “It was a …

Stuttering PSG faces moment of truth against Man City
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2 months ago

Stuttering PSG faces moment of truth against Man City

China Daily  

PARIS — A stuttering and entirely unconvincing Champions League campaign for Paris Saint-Germain will come to a head if it loses to Manchester City on Wednesday, an outcome which would leave the French club teetering on the brink of an early exit. Luis Enrique's team has scored only six goals in six games thus far, with three of those coming …

Stuttering PSG face moment of truth in Champions League
2 months ago

Stuttering PSG face moment of truth in Champions League

Hindustan Times  

A stuttering and entirely unconvincing Champions League campaign for Paris Saint-Germain will come to a head if they lose to Manchester City on Wednesday, an outcome which would leave the French club teetering on the brink of an early exit. PSG's Bradley Barcola, right, celebrates with his teammates PSG were handed what seemed like the toughest draw of any team …

Barcola scores and assists as PSG struggles past Lens with Man City next in crunch match
Trending News
2 months ago

Barcola scores and assists as PSG struggles past Lens with Man City next in crunch match

The Hindu  

Bradley Barcola's brilliance combined with Gianluigi Donnarumma's decisive saves helped Paris Saint-Germain win at Lens 2-1 in Ligue 1 on Saturday. The win extended PSG's lead in the standings to 10 points but did little to mask the defensive frailties of Luis Enrique's team ahead of a crucial Champions League match against Manchester City next week. Lens finally cracked in …

Ligue 1 2024-25: Late Barcola strike helps PSG edge past Lens
2 months ago

Ligue 1 2024-25: Late Barcola strike helps PSG edge past Lens

The Hindu  

A late goal from Bradley Barcola earned Paris St Germain a 2-1 victory at Lens on Saturday to keep the French champion well clear at the top of the Ligue 1 standings. Barcola struck four minutes from time when he met a pass from Joao Neves on the left of the box and sent a powerful shot into the top …

PSG signs Napoli’s star winger Khvicha Kvaratskhelia until 2029
2 months ago

PSG signs Napoli’s star winger Khvicha Kvaratskhelia until 2029

The Hindu  

Khvicha Kvaratskhelia completed his expected move from Napoli to Paris Saint-Germain when he signed a deal until 2029 with the record 12-time French champion. The move comes a day after he posted a farewell video to Napoli fans, who affectionately nicknamed him “Kvaradona” in homage to Argentina great Diego Maradona, the club's greatest ever player. PSG lost Kylian Mbappe to …

PSG beats Espaly 4-2 to reach French Cup last 16
2 months, 1 week ago

PSG beats Espaly 4-2 to reach French Cup last 16

The Hindu  

PSG is seven points clear at the top of Ligue 1 and travels to Lens on Saturday. It is also bidding to progress to the next round of the Champions League and faces Premier League side Manchester City next week. Espaly sprang an early surprise when Kevis Gjeci capitalised on a mistake by Arnau Tenas to score inside three minutes. …

Ligue 1 2024-25: PSG edges past Saint-Etienne to extend lead at the top
2 months, 1 week ago

Ligue 1 2024-25: PSG edges past Saint-Etienne to extend lead at the top

The Hindu  

Ousmane Dembele scored twice in the first half as Paris Saint-Germain beat Saint-Etienne 2-1 on Sunday to sit seven points clear at the top of the Ligue 1 table halfway through the season. PSG, which won the French Champions Trophy last weekend against Monaco in Doha, nevertheless held on and has won 13 and lost none of its 17 domestic …

Dembélé scores twice as leader PSG remains unbeaten in French league halfway through season
2 months, 1 week ago

Dembélé scores twice as leader PSG remains unbeaten in French league halfway through season

Associated Press  

PARIS — Paris Saint-Germain remained unbeaten and seven points clear at the top of the French league — halfway through the season — after Ousmane Dembélé scored twice in a 2-1 win over Saint-Etienne on Sunday. Dembélé scored in the 13th minute and the France winger netted from the penalty spot 10 minutes later after a video review spotted a …

Dembele strike clinches Champions Trophy for PSG
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Dembele strike clinches Champions Trophy for PSG

China Daily  

Paris Saint-Germain players celebrate with the French Champions Trophy after beating Monaco 1-0 at Stadium 974 in Doha, Qatar, on Sunday. REUTERS DOHA — Ousmane Dembele's stoppage-time goal settled the French Champions Trophy on Sunday, giving Paris Saint-Germain a 1-0 win over Monaco in a fixture played in Doha. PSG's troubles in front of goal this season have often cost …

Luis Enrique praises PSG’s fighting spirit in French Super Cup victory over AS Monaco
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Luis Enrique praises PSG’s fighting spirit in French Super Cup victory over AS Monaco

The Hindu  

Paris Saint-Germain coach Luis Enrique praised his team for starting the year on the right foot and said the 1-0 win over AS Monaco in the French Super Cup on Sunday thanks to Ousmane Dembele’s last-gasp goal was well-deserved. Dembele sealed the win for the French champion two minutes into injury time after PSG created 27 chances, nine of them …

Dembélé scores last-gasp winner as PSG wins Champions Trophy, Marseille routs Le Havre in Ligue 1
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Dembélé scores last-gasp winner as PSG wins Champions Trophy, Marseille routs Le Havre in Ligue 1

Associated Press  

PARIS — Ousmane Dembélé scored a stoppage-time winner as Paris Saint-Germain beat Monaco 1-0 to win the Champions Trophy on Sunday. “The result reflects our domination,” PSG coach Luis Enrique said, while Monaco coach Adi Hütter conceded PSG played better. Although Köhn made a fine save to deny Achraf Hakimi in the 74th minute, he failed to properly read Ruiz’s …

PSG coach Enrique faces crucial month in fight for Champions League survival
2 months, 2 weeks ago

PSG coach Enrique faces crucial month in fight for Champions League survival

The Hindu  

January could be a crucial month in determining Paris Saint-Germain coach Luis Enrique’s future at the club. While runaway league leader PSG is unbeaten in domestic competition heading into Sunday’s Trophée des Champions against Monaco, it is a far different story in the Champions League. Stuttgart’s penultimate game is against Slovan Bratislava — which has lost all six matches so …

PSG coach Enrique faces crucial month in fight for Champions League survival
2 months, 2 weeks ago

PSG coach Enrique faces crucial month in fight for Champions League survival

Associated Press  

PARIS — January could be a crucial month in determining Paris Saint-Germain coach Luis Enrique’s future at the club. While runaway league leader PSG is unbeaten in domestic competition heading into Sunday’s Trophée des Champions against Monaco, it is a far different story in the Champions League. Stuttgart’s penultimate game is against Slovan Bratislava — which has lost all six …

Luis Enrique talks about PSG’s january transfer masterplan
3 months ago

Luis Enrique talks about PSG’s january transfer masterplan

The Hindu  

Paris St Germain will focus on developing their young talent rather than pursuing reinforcements in the January transfer window as it already have a strong squad, manager Luis Enrique said ahead of Sunday’s French Cup clash with RC Lens. If there’s an opportunity to improve the squad then great but we already have a very strong team.” Holders PSG will …

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