MARQUINHOS NEWS

PSG set a new benchmark in the Champions League, but can it stay at the top of European soccer?

Paris Saint-Germain’s ascent to the top of European soccer is complete

JUNE 1 • Associated Press

Doué double leads PSG thrashing of Inter Milan for first Champions League trophy

French teenager Désiré Doué has scored twice to help Paris Saint-Germain finally win the Champions League by routing Inter Milan 5-0 in the final in Munich

MAY 31 • Associated Press

Champions League trophy has been out of reach for PSG. That could be about to change

Billions of dollars have been spent

MAY 30 • Associated Press

Scores on Saturday in 3-1 Marquinhos scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Saturday's 3-1 win against AJ Auxerre.

Impact Marquinhos scored the team's second goal which was his second goal of the season. The 24-year-old made one interception. Marquinhos made a couple of clearances.

MAY 21 • ROTOWIRE

10-time French champion Saint-Etienne relegated and Greenwood ties top scorer Dembelé

Saint-Etienne, one of Ligue 1's most storied clubs, has been relegated on the final matchday

MAY 17 • Associated Press

Marseille and Monaco seal Champions League spots and PSG thrashes Montpellier

Marseille and Monaco have sealed spots in next season’s Champions League

MAY 10 • Associated Press

Donnarumma's weakness under the high ball could be exploited by Arsenal in CL semis

Gianluigi Donnarumma was hailed as the world’s best goalkeeper by Paris Saint-Germain coach Luis Enrique after his saves helped PSG reach the Champions League semifinal against Ars...

APRIL 28 • Associated Press

Paris Saint-Germain staves off Villa comeback to reach Champions League semifinals

Paris Saint-Germain has staved off a gallant fightback by Aston Villa to reach the Champions League semifinals despite a 3-2 loss to the English club

APRIL 15 • Associated Press

Suspension over Marquinhos is no longer suspended in the Champions League and is an option moving forward for the club.

Impact Marquinhos has cleared his ban due to yellow cards accumulation, with the PSG's captain set to return in the second leg against Aston Villa on Tuesday. He has been a regular starter in defense and should be expected to return to the starting XI immediately now that he is an option.

APRIL 10 • ROTOWIRE

Luis Enrique dismisses talk of PSG being the favorite against Aston Villa in Champions League

Paris Saint-Germain coach Luis Enrique has shrugged off talk of his team being the favorite against Aston Villa ahead of their Champions League quarterfinal match Wednesday

APRIL 8 • Associated Press

By the numbers: PSG won Ligue 1 without losing a game. Here's a by-the-numbers look at the season

Paris Saint-Germain has clinched a record-extending 13th French league title without losing a game and with six matches remaining

APRIL 5 • Associated Press

Coach Luis Enrique's guile guides PSG to 13th Ligue 1 title without defeat

Luis Enrique was mobbed by staff members and thrown into the air in celebration when Paris Saint-Germain won a record-extending 13th Ligue title with six games to spare

APRIL 5 • Associated Press

Paris Saint-Germain reaches French Cup final by rallying past Dunkerque 4-2

Paris Saint-Germain avoided a huge upset when it rallied from two goals down to beat second-tier Dunkerque 4-2 and reach the French Cup final

APRIL 1 • Associated Press

Returns to bench Marquinhos (undisclosed) is on the bench for Sunday's clash with Marseille.

Impact Marquinhos was expected to be available for Sunday's game after coach Luis Enrique confirmed he was not injured and had only received a knock against Liverpool in the Champions League. He trained normally on Saturday and was fit enough to make the bench. While he may not be ready to start since Luis Enrique did not want to take any risks before the international break, he could still feature as a substitute.

MARCH 16 • ROTOWIRE

Likely for Marseille Marquinhos (undisclosed) is not injured and available for the Classique against Marseille on Sunday, coach Luis Enrique confirmed in the press conference. "Marquinhos? It's not an...

Impact Marquinhos was questionable after being forced off in the second leg against Liverpool due to a knock. He is available for Sunday's match, though the coach said they will assess the risk of playing him or keeping him on the bench against Marseille since he will not rest over the international break. If he does not start, Lucas Beraldo will likely replace him in central defense.

MARCH 15 • ROTOWIRE

Doubtful for Marseille Marquinhos (undisclosed) ended the game against Liverpool with an injury and could be rested for the Classique against Marseille on Sunday, L'Equipe reports.

Impact Marquinhos is questionable for the Classique against Marseille on Sunday due to an injury he picked up against Liverpool on Tuesday in the Champions League. If he is unavailable, Lucas Beraldo or Lucas Hernandez could replace him in central defense.

MARCH 13 • ROTOWIRE

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

This could be the year PSG finally wins the Champions League

MARCH 12 • Associated Press

Will miss first leg of quarterfinal Marquinhos will miss the first leg of the Champions League quarter-final due to suspension.

Impact Marquinhos had a solid game against Liverpool in the second leg. He registered two tackles and nine clearances to help his team keep a clean sheet and qualify for the next round. However, he received a yellow card in the 46th minute and will miss the first leg of the quarter-final against Aston Villa or Club Brugge due to suspension. The captain will be back for the second leg on April 15.

MARCH 12 • ROTOWIRE

Dembélé reaches 20 league goals as unbeaten PSG moves 16 points clear after Marseille's loss

Ousmane Dembélé came off the bench to score twice and help a shaky Paris Saint-Germain win 4-1 at Rennes to stay unbeaten in Ligue 1

MARCH 8 • Associated Press

Incredible defensive display Marquinhos recorded five tackles (five won), five clearances and two interceptions in Wednesday's 1-0 loss to Liverpool. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 38th minute.

Impact Marquinhos had a perfect defensive display until the final few moments of the game. He won all five of his attempted tackles, made five clearances and made two interceptions, keeping Liverpool out of the game. In the 87th minute he was outmuscled by Darwin Nunez who was able to play through Harvey Elliott for the winner.

MARCH 7 • ROTOWIRE

Scores on lone shot Marquinhos managed to get a goal on his lone shot on target in Paris Saint-Germain's 4-1 win over Lille Saturday.

Impact Marquinhos didn't do much defensively but managed to contribute with a goal to give PSG an early edge. He will likely accumulate more defensive stats Wednesday when facing Liverpool, a side which has 66 goals in EPL play, in Champions League action.

MARCH 2 • ROTOWIRE

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

Paris Saint-Germain has warmed up for Liverpool with a 4-1 win over Lille as it consolidated its runaway French league lead

MARCH 1 • Associated Press

Starting against City Marquinhos (groin) is in the starting XI for Wednesday's match against Manchester City.

Impact Marquinhos is back after his two-match absence, leaving a groin injury in the past. He should continue in the starting XI now that he is fit, as he is typical starter, starting in 18 of his 20 appearances.

JANUARY 22 • ROTOWIRE

Probable for Wednesday Marquinhos (groin) was spotted in team training on Tuesday morning ahead of Wednesday's crucial Champions League game against Manchester City. He has been removed from PSG's medica...

Impact Marquinhos has been sidelined since the beginning of the year due to a groin injury. He has made progress in his recovery and is now listed as probable for Wednesday's match. He was able to train normally with the team on Tuesday morning and has been removed from the medical report. This is a positive development for the club, as they will rely on their captain's leadership and defensive presence in their crucial game against Manchester City.

JANUARY 21 • ROTOWIRE