PSG Edge Angers 1-0 in a Sluggish Ligue 1 Opener
Paris Saint-Germain kicked off their Ligue 1 campaign with a narrow 1-0 victory over Angers at the Parc des Princes, but the performance left plenty to be desired.
The match was decided by a single goal from Fabián Ruiz in the 50th minute. The midfielder pounced on a loose ball and calmly slotted home after Désiré Doué’s pass was deflected.
PSG dominated possession but failed to convert several key chances. Ousmane Dembélé missed a penalty, and Doué saw a curling effort drift just wide, leaving the home fans frustrated despite the win.
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Key Highlights:
✅ Goal: Fabián Ruiz (50’)
✅ Missed Penalty: Ousmane Dembélé
✅ Dominance without Sharpness: PSG controlled the game but lacked a cutting edge in attack.
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Emotional Farewell for Donnarumma
The game also marked an emotional moment as Gianluigi Donnarumma bid farewell to PSG fans. The Italian goalkeeper, once a cornerstone of the team, has been told he is no longer part of Luis Enrique’s plans.
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Manager’s Take
Luis Enrique admitted the performance was sluggish, citing a short pre-season after the Club World Cup. However, he remains confident in Dembélé, predicting the winger can reach new heights this season after recording 35 goals and 16 assists last year.
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✅ Final Score: PSG 1 – 0 Angers
🏟 Venue: Parc des Princes
📅 Date: August 22, 2025
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Next Match: PSG will face Toulouse away on August 30, 2025, as they look to find rhythm and sharpness in attack.
