3 key takeaways as PSG took down Tottenham in Champions League clash

Paris Saint-Germain claimed an important 5-3 home victory over the Tottenham Hotspur on Matchday 5 of the Champions League. The team was led by a remarkable performance from Vitinha who also scored a hat-trick, with Fabian Ruiz and Willian Pacho contributing on the scoresheet.

Furthermore, PSG loanee Randal Kolo Muani delivered a great performance against his former side with two goals and one assist.

Three main talking point as PSG defeated the Spurs in eight-goal thriller

1. Vitinha is the best midfielder in the world

Against Tottenham, Vitinha delivered an extraordinary performance, leading his side to an important Champions League win. The European champions found themselves behind the Premier League side inside the first half but were rescued by an incredible long range effort from the Portuguese.

He then went on to score two more goals to ensure the win would be theirs. However, it is not only thanks to his goals but to his leadership and overall talent that proved decisive for PSG in this game and since the arrival of Luis Enrique.

His ability to dictate the tempo of a game, make his teammates shine but also to deliver goals in big moments are what makes him the best midfielder in the world as stated by Tottenham's head coach Thomas Frank after the game.

2. The defensive issues need to be fixed

Many will turn their attention towards Lucas Chevalier when it comes to Paris' defensive issues, however, the France international goalkeeper is not the only reason. In their last three Champions League games, the European Champions have conceded seven goals, with many coming from individual errors.

Despite having sensibly the same defensive setup as last season, PSG's defence has been far from its best. Additionally, the team has only managed one clean sheet in their big games this season, which came against Atalanta in their Champions League opener. Nonetheless, Willian Pacho has managed to remain one of the most reliable player of this squad defensively.

3. Randal Kolo Muani showed up

Randal Kolo Muani was facing PSG with the Spurs, making his return to the Parc des Princes on the same occasion. Many were waiting to see what kind of performance he would put against his former side.

Despite his struggles to make his mark with Tottenham since joining the club, the France international delivered a superb performance, contributing for two goals and one assist. Ultimately he was not able to get the victory for his side, but showed that he belonged at the highest level. Moreover, his loan to Tottenham doesn't include an option to buy and he could make his return to PSG next season and finally become part of Luis Enrique's rotation.