In the Champions League, PSG gets past the absence of their top-notch forwards and trounces Atalanta 4-nil.
Paris Saint-Germain began their Champions League title defense on a strong note, securing a comprehensive 4-0 victory over Atalanta at the Parc des Princes on Wednesday.
The home team took an early lead in the third minute when central defender Marquinhos tapped in a goal following a low pass from Fabián Ruiz on the left. The goal was a testament to PSG's early dominance and set the tone for the rest of the match.
Since the departures of Ousmane Dembélé and Desiré Doué, Khvicha Kvaratskhelia has emerged as a key attacker for PSG. The 21-year-old Georgian winger, with a market value of around €90.6 million as of 2025, scored the second goal in the 39th minute with a trademark surging run and shot.
The team's exceptional teamwork, a hallmark of their Champions League title run last season, was on display throughout the match. Coach Luis Enrique was full of praise for the team's performance, commenting, "It's a joy to see such a performance. I think our fans can be happy."
19-year-old striker Senny Mayulu got a rare start in the match, but failed to connect with a low cross in the first 15 minutes. Despite this, PSG created numerous chances and deserved the win, according to Luis Enrique.
Nuno Mendes made it 3-0 in the 51st minute, combining with Barcola down the left. However, Bradley Barcola's goal was ruled out for offside.
Atalanta hardly posed a threat to new goalkeeper Lucas Chevalier, who made some impressive saves to ensure a clean sheet for PSG.
Gonçalo Ramos scored the fourth goal in the final minutes of the match, continuing his habit of late goals. The team's performance, marked by control and precision, has given PSG fans reason to be optimistic about their chances in the tournament.
Despite the impressive win, PSG will likely face a far harder test at five-time champion Barcelona on Oct. 1. The team's performance against Atalanta has certainly set the bar high, and fans will be eagerly awaiting the next match.
Coach Luis Enrique remains confident, stating, "We are on the right path." With the team's current form and the exceptional talent at their disposal, it's hard to argue with him.
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