PSG failed to overcome Nantes in Ligue 1, finishing with a 1-1 draw. Luis Enrique’s side are starting to face growing criticism.
With the 2024 campaign winding down, Paris Saint-Germain remain plagued by inconsistency in Ligue 1, a concern underscored by their recent stumble against Nantes.
Luis Enrique’s project faces mounting scrutiny as the team’s inability to close out winnable matches continues to frustrate. A match that should have been straightforward turned into yet another missed opportunity, leaving doubts about PSG‘s direction.
As questions linger, the pressure on the squad and its manager is unlikely to ease anytime soon.
Let’s move on to the individual ratings for the Parisian players.
PSG vs Nantes – Player ratings: Goalkeepers
5 – Gianluigi Donnarumma
Rarely tested, he handled his responsibilities between the posts with his usual reliability, yet still conceded a goal. There’s little else to add.
PSG vs Nantes – Player ratings: Defenders
6 – Achraf Hakimi
5 – Marquinhos
5 – Willian Pacho
PSG’s defensive rock since the beginning of the season, and arguably Ligue 1’s signing of the year, the Ecuadorian uncharacteristically faltered as Abline outmanoeuvred him for Nantes’ first-half equaliser.
4 – Nuno Mendes
PSG vs Nantes – Player ratings: Midfielders
5 – Joao Neves
Struggling to deliver his usual spark, the summer signing had an off day against Les Canaris. The midfielder was careless in possession and ineffective in attacking positions, leading Luis Enrique to take him off with half an hour remaining, turning to Warren Zaire-Emery for fresh energy.
5 – Vitinha
4 – Fabian Ruiz
PSG vs Nantes – Player ratings: Forwards
4 – Lee Kang-In
5 – Goncalo Ramos
Making his first start since the summer, the Portuguese forward found it tough to shake off a stubborn Nantes defence, though he did set up Achraf Hakimi for the opener.
Despite the challenges, his performance hinted at what PSG have lacked in recent months—a natural number nine who can hold up play and dominate the box. If he regains full fitness, his influence could prove pivotal in shaping the remainder of their season.
4 – Bradley Barcola
The sharpness that established him as Ligue 1’s standout performer this season appears to have dulled in recent matches.
