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PSG is targeting a Champions League threepeat. So how do you make the best better?

After going back-to-back in the Champions League, the next target for Paris Saint-Germain is the threepeat

1 HOUR AGO • Associated Press

PSG injury concerns clear up with Dembélé and Hakimi healthy for Champions League final

Paris Saint-Germain’s injury worries have cleared up ahead of the Champions League final against Arsenal on Saturday

1 DAY AGO • Associated Press

Fit to play in UCL final Mendes (thigh) has passed a fitness test Friday and will be available for Saturday's UCL final against Arsenal, according to Sky Sports.

Impact The star left-back had been limited to individual work in the final weeks of the 2025/26 Ligue 1 season, but he returned to full training earlier this week. Thus, it's not surprising to see him available for the biggest match of the season. Mendes should have his hands full Saturday while dealing with Bukayo Saka in what should be one of the most intriguing individual matchups in the UCL final.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Back available for UCL final Mendes (thigh) returned to full training Tuesday and will be an option for Saturday's Champions League final against Arsenal, the club posted.

Impact Mendes had been limited to individual work down the stretch of the league campaign after a right thigh issue sidelined him for three straight matches, but his return to full team training is a major lift for PSG ahead of the biggest game on their calendar. The Portuguese left-back gives coach Luis Enrique his first-choice option back on the left side for the Budapest showdown, with the club clearly managing his recovery carefully to have him at peak level against Arsenal. Mendes will be expected to make a solid impact against the Gunners before turning his focus to the World Cup, where he should slot in as a starter along Portugal's back line.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Trains individually Mendes (thigh) has returned to individual training but remains unavailable for Sunday's season finale against Paris FC, according to the club.

Impact Mendes has now missed three consecutive fixtures with a right thigh discomfort, and while his return to individual sessions is an encouraging step forward in his rehabilitation, he has not yet progressed to collective training and will not feature against Paris FC. Lucas Hernandez is expected to continue at left-back, with PSG keeping their most important players protected ahead of the Champions League final against Arsenal on May 30.

MAY 16 • ROTOWIRE

Paris Saint-Germain forward Ousmane Dembélé voted Ligue 1's best player despite limited playing time

Paris Saint-Germain forward Ousmane Dembélé has won Ligue 1’s player of the season award for the second straight season despite injuries limiting him to nine league starts

MAY 12 • Associated Press

Not available yet Mendes continues to receive treatment for his right thigh discomfort and will miss Wednesday's clash against Lens, according to the club.

Impact Mendes had already been ruled out of Sunday's clash against Brest as a precaution, and his continued treatment confirms he is not yet ready to return to action. Lucas Hernandez is expected to continue at left-back in his absence. The Portuguese will hope to recover ahead of Sunday's season finale derby against Paris FC, although PSG are managing their squad carefully with the Champions League final against Arsenal on May 30 firmly in mind as the club's absolute priority.

MAY 12 • ROTOWIRE

PSG missing injured Mendes, Pacho and Zaïre-Emery for game against Brest in Ligue 1

Champions League finalist Paris Saint-Germain will be missing several players through injury for Sunday’s Ligue 1 game at home against Brest

MAY 9 • Associated Press

Won't face Brest Mendes is dealing with right thigh discomfort and will receive treatment over the coming days, ruling him out of Sunday's clash against Brest as a precaution, according to the club...

Impact Mendes has been managing his fitness carefully throughout the final stretch of the season and the club is taking no risks with the Portuguese left-back ahead of the Champions League final against Arsenal on May 30. Lucas Hernandez is expected to start at left-back in his absence, with PSG clearly prioritizing having Mendes fully available for the showpiece European finale rather than risking any aggravation in a league fixture with nothing significant at stake.

MAY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Bayern Munich falls short of Champions League final again ruing referee decisions

Twice in three seasons Bayern Munich has fallen short in the Champions League semifinals with regrets about a referee’s decision in the second leg

MAY 7 • Associated Press

Ligue 1 leader PSG drops points but title rival Lens fails to take advantage as both sides draw

Defending champion Paris Saint-Germain was held 2-2 at home by Lorient but Ligue 1 title rival Lens failed to take advantage after drawing 1-1 at Nice

MAY 2 • Associated Press

Premier League, take note: PSG and Bayern Munich's flying forward lines are the future of football

Just like pretty much everyone else on the planet, former Liverpool defender Stephen Warnock thoroughly enjoyed Bayern Munich's thrilling Ch...

APRIL 27 • goal

Premier League, take note: PSG and Bayern Munich's flying forward lines are the future of football

Returns to bench Mendes (thigh) is on the bench for Saturday's clash against Angers.

Impact Mendes has been included in the squad after being sidelined since suffering a thigh issue during the Champions League win over Liverpool, with the coaching staff set to ease him back via the bench in line with the initial expectation surrounding his return. The Portuguese full-back's availability could not come at a better time for PSG, who are gearing up for a packed run-in that includes Tuesday's Champions League semifinal against Bayern Munich, and some minutes off the bench against Angers should serve as the ideal tune-up ahead of that massive showdown. Lucas Hernandez is set to retain the left-back spot in the meantime as Mendes works his way back to full fitness.

APRIL 25 • ROTOWIRE

Back fit for Angers clash Mendes recovered from his thigh issue and is available for Saturday's clash against Angers, the club announced.

Impact Mendes has been out since suffering a thigh issue during the Champions League win over Liverpool, with Lucas Hernandez stepping in at left-back while he was sidelined. His return couldn't come at a better time for PSG as they gear up for a packed run-in, especially with Tuesday's Champions League semifinal against Bayern Munich looming large. The Portuguese full-back is unlikely to be thrown straight into the starting XI, but getting some minutes against Angers should be the ideal tune-up ahead of that massive showdown.

APRIL 24 • ROTOWIRE

Still in gym, ruled out against OL Mendes (thigh) remains in gym work and will not be available for Sunday's clash against Lyon, according to the club.

Impact Mendes has been unable to return to the training pitch since picking up a thigh issue in Tuesday's Champions League victory against Liverpool, ruling him out of the weekend fixture. Lucas Hernandez is expected to play at left-back in his absence, with PSG managing his recovery carefully given the Champions League semifinal on the horizon. The club will provide further updates on his condition in the coming days before setting a clearer return timeline.

APRIL 18 • ROTOWIRE

Lyon needs the best of Endrick as Ligue 1 race for a Champions League place heats up

Endrick gets a chance to shine on the big stage when Lyon travels to Ligue 1 leader Paris Saint-Germain on Sunday

APRIL 16 • Associated Press

Suffers thigh discomfort Mendes is dealing with minor right thigh discomfort and will spend the next two days receiving treatment and working in the gym, putting his availability for Sunday's clash against...

Impact Mendes had been forced off in the 38th minute of Tuesday's Champions League clash against Liverpool with an issue to his thigh, and while the club's description of the problem as a minor complaint is relatively reassuring, the tight turnaround before Sunday makes his involvement uncertain. Lucas Hernandez stepped in to replace him against Liverpool and is expected to continue at left-back if Mendes cannot be cleared in time, with PSG needing to manage their squad carefully heading into the Champions League semifinals.

APRIL 15 • ROTOWIRE

Forced off in UCL play Mendes appeared to have suffered an apparent muscle injury in Tuesday's contest against Liverpool, forcing him off in the 38th minute.

Impact Mendes would need to leave the field in the first half Tuesday after he went down with an injury, with the defender appearing to have suffered a muscular issue. This is something to monitor as he is a crucial piece to both the attack and defense from his left-back spot, potentially missing time as they head into the UCL semifinals and as they deal with a closer league race than they are used to. He was replaced by Lucas Hernandez, who would likely earn more time moving forward if Mendes is sidelined.

APRIL 14 • ROTOWIRE

Kvaratskhelia scores again as PSG beats Liverpool 2-0 in Champions League quarterfinal 1st leg

Khvicha Kvaratskhelia adds another solo goal to his collection as defending champion Paris Saint-Germain beats Liverpool 2-0 in the first leg of their Champions League quarterfinal

APRIL 8 • Associated Press

Provides one assist off bench Mendes assisted once to go with one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Friday's 3-1 win versus Toulouse.

Impact Mendes came on in the 68th minute in Friday's 3-1 win against Toulouse, providing a late assist for Goncalo Ramos after a driving run through the middle while adding one key pass. The full-back remains an important contributor on both ends, consistently delivering solid performances this season, and offers valuable versatility across multiple positions, recording six goals and seven assists in 31 appearances across all competitions.

APRIL 4 • ROTOWIRE

Records goal and assist Mendes scored one goal and assisted once from one shot and three chances created in Saturday's 4-0 victory against Nice.

Impact Mendes delivered a standout performance in Saturday's 4-0 win over Nice, opening the scoring from the penalty spot before adding an assist for Desire Doue after a strong run into the box. The Portuguese, deployed at left wing for this match, was heavily involved on both ends of the pitch, recording three key passes and one block while maintaining constant pressure after turnovers. The versatile full back remains a key piece in his side's attacking system, having recorded six goals and six assists in 30 appearances across all competitions this season, and appears to have moved to the top of the penalty taking hierarchy following several misses from his teammates.

MARCH 22 • ROTOWIRE

PSG retakes Ligue 1 lead after teenager nets first goal in rout at Nice

Dro Fernández has scored his first goal for Paris Saint-Germain as it won at struggling Nice 4-0 and reclaimed top spot in Ligue 1

MARCH 21 • Associated Press

PSG's rampant attack in Champions League match glosses over its bad defending against Chelsea

Paris Saint-Germain’s rampant attack saved its sloppy defense against Chelsea in the Champions League even though PSG won 5-2 at home in the first leg of their Champions League las...

MARCH 12 • Associated Press

Coach Luis Enrique now accepts PSG is out of form after weeks of defending his players

Paris Saint-Germain coach Luis Enrique could only crouch down and watch as Monaco’s attacks kept coming in waves, his players powerless to stop them

MARCH 7 • Associated Press

Provides assist on opener Mendes assisted once to go with three shots (one on goal) and five chances created in Sunday's 5-0 win over Marseille.

Impact Mendes set the tone early by delivering a perfectly weighted ball into the box to assist Ousmane Dembele's opener in the 12th minute, capping off a brilliant run down the left flank. He was relentless pushing forward all night, consistently overloading Marseille's right side, putting defenders in tough spots, and opening lanes for Desire Doue and Bradley Barcola to attack inside. PSG's fast start ran through his width and timing, and his dominant showing in the Classique was underscored by a season high five chances created on the night.

FEBRUARY 9 • ROTOWIRE

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