Ferran Torres has enjoyed a sensational start to his career at Paris Saint-Germain, but the Spanish international has admitted that swapping Barcelona for the French capital was far from easy. Despite racking up a staggering seven goals in his first six appearances under Luis Enrique, the forward revealed the emotional and logistical toll of a whirlwind transfer window.
Former Amakhosi tactician Cavin Johnson has thrown his weight behind Masandawana to continue their historic ascent on the world stage. Following their recent success in the FIFA African-Asian-Pacific Cup, the Brazilians are now eyeing a potential blockbuster final against European giants Paris Saint-Germain if they beat the Derby of the Americas winners.
Paris Saint-Germain midfielder Vitinha has dismissed suggestions that his side were expected to easily thrash Marseille after a hard-fought 2-1 away victory. The Portugal international insisted the reigning champions fully deserved their win while praising the resilience of their fierce rivals in a fiercely contested Le Classique.
Marseille manager Bruno Genesio questioned his squad's maturity after an agonising 2-1 home defeat to bitter rivals Paris Saint-Germain, which left the club languishing in the Ligue 1 relegation zone. The French tactician expressed deep frustration at recurring mental lapses at the Velodrome, as OM suffered their fourth defeat across five league matches.
Paris Saint-Germain midfielder Vitinha lauded the blistering form of Ferran Torres after the Spanish forward made an instant impact off the bench in Sunday's 2-1 Le Classique victory over Marseille. Torres struck with a clinical header shortly after his introduction at the Velodrome, bagging his seventh goal in six appearances across all competitions.
Paris Saint-Germain boss Luis Enrique and skipper Marquinhos were thrilled after grinding out a tense 2-1 Le Classique win over fierce rivals Marseille at Stade Velodrome. The hard-fought victory lifted the reigning champions up to sixth in Ligue 1, while leaving their ten-man hosts stuck inside the drop zone following an ill-tempered battle.
Paris Saint-Germain captain Marquinhos proved to be the matchwinner as the reigning champions edged ten-man rivals Marseille 2-1 in a fiery Le Classique at the Stade Velodrome. The hard-fought victory lifts Luis Enrique's side up to sixth in Ligue 1, while piling further misery on their bitter rivals who remain trapped in the relegation zone.
Paris Saint-Germain claimed the bragging rights in a dramatic Le Classique, overcoming a resilient Marseille at the Stade Orange Vélodrome. A late header from captain Marquinhos proved decisive after the hosts had briefly threatened a comeback.
Marseille manager Bruno Genesio admitted Paris Saint-Germain will arrive at the Stade Vélodrome in full Champions League mode for Sunday's Le Classique. Genesio showered praise on PSG boss Luis Enrique while acknowledging immense pressure following four consecutive Marseille defeats.
Reigning Ballon d'Or winner Ousmane Dembele has backed his Paris Saint-Germain team-mate Khvicha Kvaratskhelia to claim the prestigious prize this year. The French winger praised the former Napoli star's incredible form, although Kvaratskhelia insists he would vote for Dembele to retain the honour.