Paris SG Team News Page 5 - Soccer

Khvicha Kvaratskhelia - Delivers one assist Kvaratskhelia assisted once to go with three shots (two on goal) and two chances created in Tuesday's 2-0 win over Liverpool.

Impact Kvaratskhelia played a key creative role in Tuesday's 2-0 win over Liverpool, delivering an assist for Ousmane Dembele on the opening goal in the second half while constantly threatening between the lines and in transition. The winger added two key passes and remained heavily involved offensively throughout the match while also contributing defensively with two tackles and two interceptions. The Georgian has now recorded at least one goal contribution in five straight Champions League matches.

APRIL 16 • ROTOWIRE

Ousmane Dembele - Scores brace in win Tuesday Dembele scored two goals to go with six shots (three on goal), one cross (one accurate) and two corners in Tuesday's 2-0 win against Liverpool.

Impact Dembele delivered a decisive performance in Tuesday's 2-0 win over Liverpool, scoring twice in the second half to seal qualification with a 4-0 aggregate victory, first with a strike from outside the box after a pass from Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, then by finishing inside the area on a cross from Bradley Barcola. The forward led the line and remained a constant threat in transition, totaling six shots and two key passes while applying consistent pressure. The Frenchman has now recorded four goals and one assist across 10 Champions League appearances this season.

APRIL 16 • ROTOWIRE

Matvey Safonov - Secures clean sheet Safonov had six saves and secured a clean sheet in Tuesday's 2-0 victory versus Liverpool.

Impact Safonov made six saves in Tuesday's 2-0 win against Liverpool, securing his fourth clean sheet in his last five appearances. The Russian continues to impress match after match as one of the standout goalkeepers in this Champions League campaign, showing strong positioning and confidence when coming off his line. He will look to maintain that momentum Sunday in a marquee Ligue 1 clash against Lyon.

APRIL 16 • ROTOWIRE

Fabian Ruiz - Trains fully with knee strap Ruiz (knee) trained fully with the ball Wednesday while wearing a strap, but remains a doubt for Sunday's clash against Lyon, the club posted.

Impact Ruiz has been sidelined since late January with a knee injury and has been working his way back gradually, with Wednesday's full session with the ball the most encouraging sign yet that he is close to returning to competitive action. The club will assess how he responds over the coming days before making a final call on his involvement Sunday, with a bench role the most likely scenario if he is cleared given the caution required after such a lengthy absence. Warren Zaire-Emery has been carrying the midfield load in his extended absence and PSG will not want to risk a setback at this stage of the season.

APRIL 15 • ROTOWIRE

Nuno Mendes - 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

Desire Doue - Doubtful against Lyon Doue (knee) will spend the next two days receiving treatment after taking a blow during Tuesday's Champions League clash against Liverpool, leaving his availability for Sunday's le...

Impact Doue had been in strong form heading into the Liverpool match, contributing two goals and one assist across his last five appearances in all competitions, making this a frustrating setback at a critical stage of the season. The club confirmed he will return to team training once the treatment period is complete, but the tight turnaround before Sunday's fixture makes his involvement a genuine doubt. Bradley Barcola, Kang-In Lee and Ibrahim Mbaye are the most likely candidates to step into the lineup if Doue cannot be cleared in time.

APRIL 15 • ROTOWIRE

Shot-stopping Safonov stands tall as PSG's new No. 1 after Donnarumma's departure

Different goalkeeper, same result

APRIL 15 • Associated Press

Liverpool player ratings vs Paris Saint-Germain: Arne Slot gets it all wrong again! Coach's Alexander Isak gamble backfires badly as Hugo Ekitike's injury compounds a miserable Champions League exit for the Reds

Liverpool's hopes of salvaging a shocking season were washed away on a miserable night on Merseyside on Tuesday evening, as an Ousmane Dembe...

APRIL 14 • goal

Liverpool player ratings vs Paris Saint-Germain: Arne Slot gets it all wrong again! Coach's Alexander Isak gamble backfires badly as Hugo Ekitike's injury compounds a miserable Champions League exit for the Reds

Desire Doue - Comes off injured Tuesday Doue abandoned Tuesday's UEFA Champions League clash with Liverpool with an apparent knee blow.

Impact Doue could be a doubt for future league action if he's dealing with a considerable injury after leaving the pitch in pain against the Premier League side. Luckily for the team, Bradley Barcola bounced back from an ankle issue midweek and will be a strong option to fill in the lineup. Prior to this game, the 20-year-old attacker was in good form with two goals and one assist over his last five appearances across all competitions.

APRIL 14 • ROTOWIRE

Nuno Mendes - 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

Paris Saint-Germain beats Liverpool at Anfield to reach the Champions League semifinals

Paris Saint-Germain advanced to the Champions League semifinals with a 2-0 win over Liverpool at Anfield on Tuesday

APRIL 14 • Associated Press

Achraf Hakimi maintains innocence as PSG star addresses rape trial referral

Paris Saint-Germain defender Achraf Hakimi has publicly addressed his referral to a French criminal court over alleged rape for the first ti...

APRIL 13 • goal

Achraf Hakimi maintains innocence as PSG star addresses rape trial referral

Fabian Ruiz - Ramping up training Ruiz (knee) is starting to ramp up training, according to manager Luis Enrique, per Kevin Massampu of Foot Mercato. "We have to see what the doctors say. Journalists don't know any...

Impact Ruiz is seeing progression from his injury this week, as the midfielder has been able to step back into training, likely bringing a return soon. He will remain unavailable for the second leg of their quarterfinal UCL match against Liverpool, a significant loss in the midfield. A return is likely if they advance to the semifinals, with Warren Zaire-Emery still seeing more time due to his absence.

APRIL 13 • ROTOWIRE

Bradley Barcola - Set for bench role Tuesday Barcola (ankle) is expected to travel to Liverpool for Tuesday's Champions League quarterfinal second leg and could be an option off the bench, barring any setback, according to L'...

Impact Barcola has been progressively working his way back through team training since rejoining the group last Monday, completing full or partial sessions depending on the day in line with the club's standard protocols following a three-week absence. The forward is no longer in pain, which is the most important development, but PSG are not yet pushing him to full intensity and a starting role against Liverpool remains premature at this stage. Getting him on the bench for such a high-stakes European night is still a significant boost for coach Luis Enrique, with Desire Doue continuing to carry the attacking load in his spot until he returns to full speed.

APRIL 12 • ROTOWIRE

Lille crushes Toulouse to maintain Champions League push and Lyon snaps winless run

Lille wins 4-0 at Toulouse in Ligue 1 to maintain its strong push for an automatic Champions League place

APRIL 12 • Associated Press

Nantes is closer to Ligue 1 relegation after drawing at fellow struggler Auxerre

Nantes has slid closer to relegation after drawing at fellow struggler Auxerre 0-0 in Ligue 1

APRIL 11 • Associated Press

Lens plays a friendly match in support of French journalist jailed in Algeria

With its table-topping Ligue 1 clash against Paris Saint-Germain postponed Lens instead played an exhibition game in support of a French journalist imprisoned in Algeria

APRIL 11 • Associated Press

French club Marseille hires Stéphane Richard as president amid turbulent season

Marseille has named Frenchman Stéphane Richard as its new president amid another turbulent season

APRIL 10 • Associated Press

Khvicha Kvaratskhelia - Scores one goal in win Kvaratskhelia scored one goal to go with seven shots (two on goal) in Wednesday's 2-0 victory versus Liverpool.

Impact Kvaratskhelia delivered a decisive performance in Wednesday's 2-0 win over Liverpool, scoring the second goal by rounding the goalkeeper with a brilliant move after a through ball from Joao Neves in the second half. The winger remained a constant threat on the left side, repeatedly driving at defenders and creating danger with his dribbling and movement, while also registering seven shots and two tackles. The Georgian continues his excellent Champions League campaign, now tallying eight goals and four assists in the competition this season.

APRIL 9 • ROTOWIRE

Matvey Safonov - Secures clean sheet Safonov had no saves and allowed zero goals in Wednesday's 2-0 win against Liverpool.

Impact Safonov delivered a solid performance in Wednesday's 2-0 win over Liverpool despite not being required to make a save, showing reassurance in his aerial outings and organizing his defense throughout the match. The Russian has now recorded three clean sheets in his last four appearances, continuing to build momentum as the season progresses, and will look to maintain that form in Tuesday's Champions League return leg against Liverpool.

APRIL 9 • ROTOWIRE

Desire Doue - Scores opener Doue scored one goal to go with four shots (two on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and two corners in Wednesday's 2-0 victory versus Liverpool.

Impact Doue opened the scoring in Wednesday's 2-0 win over Liverpool with a deflected strike early in the match after a strong run from Ousmane Dembele, setting the tone for a dominant performance. The forward was heavily involved throughout, combining well in tight spaces and constantly looking to create chances with his movement and technical ability, registering four shots and one key pass. The Frenchman continues to shine this season, now up to five goals and two assists in nine Champions League appearances, confirming his growing importance in the attacking setup.

APRIL 9 • ROTOWIRE

Ligue 1 leader PSG rests while other teams chase a Champions League spot

Paris Saint-Germain has the weekend off to prepare for its trip to Liverpool in the Champions League

APRIL 9 • Associated Press

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

How Khvicha Kvaratskhelia changed the game for PSG - and left Liverpool ruing missed chance to sign Georgia's wing wizard

On January 9 of last year, the always-reliable David Ornstein reported that Liverpool were closely monitoring Khvicha Kvaratskhelia's situat...

APRIL 8 • goal

How Khvicha Kvaratskhelia changed the game for PSG - and left Liverpool ruing missed chance to sign Georgia's wing wizard

Luis Enrique issues fitness updates on Bradley Barcola and Fabian Ruiz ahead of PSG's Champions League showdown with Liverpool

Paris Saint-Germain manager Luis Enrique has provided critical fitness updates on Bradley Barcola and Fabian Ruiz as his side prepares to ho...

APRIL 7 • goal

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Shot-stopping Safonov stands tall as PSG's new No. 1 after Donnarumma's departure

Liverpool player ratings vs Paris Saint-Germain: Arne Slot gets it all wrong again! Coach's Alexander Isak gamble backfires badly as Hugo Ekitike's injury compounds a miserable Champions League exit for the Reds

Paris Saint-Germain beats Liverpool at Anfield to reach the Champions League semifinals

Achraf Hakimi maintains innocence as PSG star addresses rape trial referral

Lille crushes Toulouse to maintain Champions League push and Lyon snaps winless run

Nantes is closer to Ligue 1 relegation after drawing at fellow struggler Auxerre

Lens plays a friendly match in support of French journalist jailed in Algeria

French club Marseille hires Stéphane Richard as president amid turbulent season

Ligue 1 leader PSG rests while other teams chase a Champions League spot

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

How Khvicha Kvaratskhelia changed the game for PSG - and left Liverpool ruing missed chance to sign Georgia's wing wizard

Luis Enrique issues fitness updates on Bradley Barcola and Fabian Ruiz ahead of PSG's Champions League showdown with Liverpool