PLAYER RATINGS | PSG 4 - 1 Stuttgart: Dembélé steals the show as PSG dominate Stuttgart in the Champions League

Paris Saint-Germain dominated Stuttgart 4-1 in the Champions League league phase to secure their seat in the playoff of the competition. Les Parisiens are now set to face a French club in the next round with Brest or Monaco as potential opponents.

The Match

Even though Paris Saint-Germain only needed a point to secure their playoff spot, PSG players came into the game with the firm intention to win that game in the best way possible and it is what they did. After just six minutes, Bradley Barcola put his side on top from a corner and a Désiré Doué deviation. The French champions who took an early lead, quickly doubled their lead after a great collective move started from a fantastic save of Donnarumma. Against a very weak German side, Paris kept their overwhelming domination on-going with Dembélé's second goal at the 35th minute. At the start of the second half Dembélé once again scored for his hat-trick, the first in Champions League and the second of his career. With the game sealed, Stuttgart reduced their deficit as Pacho scored an own goal.

Champions League: PSG 4 vs 1 Vfb Stuttgart, Player rating

7 - Donnarumma

The Italian keeper did not have many saves to produce in this game, however, his amazing save at 1-0 proved to be crucial for Paris as it directly led to their second goal of the night.

6 - Achraf Hakimi

6 - Pacho

Though he scored an own goal, Pacho delivered a solid perfomance, his association with Marquinhos is key in Paris' successes.

6 - Marquinhos

6 - Lucas Hernandez

6.5 - Joao Neves

The former Benfica player proved to be an important player for his side once again, key in ball possession and great to take off his opponent, the perfect successor of Marco Verrati.

6 - Vitinha

The Portuguese was a key element in his team's success against Stuttgart, the German side's midfield fell victim of his off ball activity,

6 - Warren Zaire-Emery

Solid performance from the "Titi", Paris overwhelmingly dominated Stuttgart in the first hour of the game and the midfield trio played a huge role in it.

7 - Désiré Doué

Désiré Doué delivered a very good performance, his evolution since he signed for the club is very interesting, his link up play and ability to eliminate his defender in 1-on-1 situation is very important. He was replaced by Lee at the 60th minutes of the game.

8 - Bradley Barcola

Tonight Barcola seemed unstoppable, Vagnomann will certainly have nightmare following his duel with the Frenchman. The 22-year-old was involved in almost every offensive. He ended the game with a goal and one assist. Furthermore, many feared that the signing of Kvaratskhelia from Napoli could dent Barcola's development, however, it seems that the former Lyon player could form a great trio for Paris with Dembélé and the Georgian star. He was subbed off for Gonçalo Ramos at the 70th minute.

9 - Ousmane Dembélé

In his new position as a number nine, Ousmane Dembélé delivered another masterclass against Stuttgart, scoring three goals. He is a constant threat for the opponents and most importantly, the France international is lethal in front of the goal. He has scored his 16th goal of the season, his record in his career. With Kvaratskhelia joining the club, Paris have potential a great trio on their hands including Bradley Barcola.