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PSG thrashes Monaco 4-1 – and here are the 3 standout performers

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PSG continues its domain in Ligue 1, adding a new victory in a game full of emotions against As Monaco, with a forceful 4-1.

The team led by Luis Enrique continues to demonstrate an exceptional level, ensuring his leadership in the French championship.

In addition to the great performance of the team, in the previous meeting a key news for the future of the PSG was confirmed: the renewal of Luis Enrique’s contract, ensuring his continuity in the club.

This announcement reinforces the confidence in the Spanish coach’s project, who has managed to consolidate a competitive and dynamic game identity.


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The three best PSG players in the victory against As Monaco 4-1

3. Joao Neves – versatility and commitment in defense

The Portuguese midfielder was one of the great surprises of the party, being used as a right side in replacement of Achraf Hakimi, who started in the substitute bank.

Leave playing in an unusual position, Joao Neves complies a lot, playing 90 minutes and providing defensive solidity and good ball handling, as indicated by Sofascore statistics.

  • 113 ball touches
  • 85% precision in the passes (67 of 79 completed)
  • 10 duels won from 13 disputed
  • 4 clearing, 3 interceptions and 1 successful entrance

With such an outstanding performance in defense, Neves demonstrated his versatility and his ability to adapt to the needs of the team.


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2. Khvicha Kvaratskhelia – Tymering debut for the Georgian

The new signing of the PSG continues to leave good feelings and in this match it was released as a scorer with the Parisian club. Kvarathskhelia started and played 67 minutes, in which he had an outstanding participation in the attack.

  • 1 goal scored
  • 48 ball touches
  • 50% of completed dribbling (2 of 4 attempted)
  • 2 key passes generating goal opportunities
  • 3 duels won of 6 disputed

The Georgian end demonstrated its quality and made it clear why the PSG opted for it in the winter market.


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1. Ousmane Dembele – The great figure of the PSG

The best game player was undoubtedly Ousmane Dembele. The French attacker played the 90 minutes and was decisive with 2 goals, being the great star of the PSG victory.

  • 2 goals in 3 auctions at the door
  • 49 ball touches
  • 84% precision in the passes (27 of 32 completed)
  • 2 key passes with goal opportunities
  • 6 duels won of 8 disputed

Dembele is going through a spectacular moment with the PSG, accumulating an impressive scoring streak: 8 goals in his last 3 games.

With this victory, the PSG continues to consolidate its leadership in Ligue 1 and prepares to face the next challenges, including the UEFA Champions League, where it will seek to continue demonstrating its great level.