Paris Saint-Germain’s tactical flexibility was put to the ultimate test in Alsace as they secured a thrilling 3-1 comeback victory over Strasbourg. The opening period was defined by the hosts' high-intensity pressing, which bore fruit in the 17th minute when Giovanni Reyna found the net following a well-constructed move involving Gessime Yassine. Although the visitors dominated possession, they lacked the verticality required to break down the low block, heading into the interval with significant work to do.
Emmanuel Petit has urged out-of-favour goalkeeper Lucas Chevalier to leave Paris Saint-Germain immediately in order to save his stalling career. The French shot-stopper has lost his starting place to Matvey Safonov under Luis Enrique and is desperately struggling for regular minutes.
Monaco forward Ansu Fati has revealed his close relationship with former team-mate Paul Pogba, describing the French midfielder as a big brother. The 23-year-old Spaniard lifted the lid on how Pogba supported him following his move from Barcelona.
Paris Saint-Germain manager Luis Enrique praised Maghnes Akliouche's seamless adaptation and technical quality ahead of Saturday's Ligue 1 trip to Strasbourg. The Spanish coach highlighted the France international's versatility as PSG aim to break into the top three.
Karim Benzema considered making an emotional return to boyhood club Lyon following the termination of his Al-Hilal contract this summer. However, his former agent has revealed why the fairytale move was ultimately impossible to pull off.