PSG 1-0 Girona: Paris Saint-Germain player ratings

PSG defeated Girona 1-0 at the Parc des Princes in what can only be described as a game of a thousand chances and zero goals. The late goal came partly due to a glaring error by the opponent.

This Wednesday, 18 September, Paris Saint-Germain began their European campaign as they hosted Girona at the Parc des Princes for MD1 of the new UEFA Champions League league phase.

PSG came into the match after a strong start in the French league, with 4 wins from 4 games and 16 goals scored. Meanwhile, Michel’s side had not enjoyed the best start to their La Liga season, with just 2 wins from their first 5 matches.

Luis Enrique fielded the following starting XI: Safonov - Hakimi, Marquinhos, Pacho, Nuno Mendes - Zaire-Emery, Vitinha, Fabian Ruiz - Dembele, Asensio, Barcola. On the other hand, Michel lined up his team as follows: Gazzaniga - Martinez, Lopez, Krejci, Gutierrez - Martin, Romeu, van de Beek - Tsygankov, Gil - Stuani.

PSG vs. Girona - Player ratings: Goalkeepers

6 - Matyev Safonov

Barely tested, but during one of Girona's clear chances, he let nerves get the better of him and chose to volley the ball rather than simply catch it, even though it was coming in relatively slowly. Aside from that, he made no errors and held his ground.

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