Paris Saint-Germain

AS Monaco handed Paris Saint-Germain their second Ligue 1 defeat of the 2025/2026 campaign this past weekend in a highly anticipated contest which saw Paul Pogba make his second appearance for Les Monégasques, a late cameo contribution off the bench. Monaco’s win was built on a solid out-of-possession foundation which...

Did Ousmane Dembélé Deserve To Win Ballon D'Or? Ballon d’Or season always brings debate among football fans and pundits. There has never been and will never be a Ballon d’Or winner that everyone agrees on. For years, the argument over who was most deserving of being called the best footballer...

Although PSG had players and some fans missing, including their star forward Ousmane Dembélé who was crowned the Ballon d’Or winner on the same night, Le Classique ended up being a stunning affair. Roberto de Zerbi’s enthusiasm paid off as Olympique de Marseille beat PSG 1-0. After the game, De Zerbi spoke of his...

Following a successful treble-winning season, Paris Saint-Germain are in the market to make upgrades to their squad. The UEFA Champions League winners, who already boast a world-class group of players, will aim to enhance depth and build for the long term. From this perspective, the centre-back position is one of...

Several top European clubs were said to be engaged in a battle over the signature of Mahamadou Sangaré from Paris Saint-Germain at the beginning of the summer. Ultimately, it was Premier League giants Manchester City who emerged victorious, adding the 18-year-old forward to their youth ranks. Sangaré was one of...

As coaches prepare for the upcoming season, implementing a cohesive pressing system is crucial for teams seeking to control games when they do not have the ball and when trying to force the opposition to play into areas they feel they can exploit.  Working on a variety of pressing options...

After captivating fans for a month, the newly expanded 32-team 2025 FIFA Club World Cup has ended. Ultimately, Premier League giants Chelsea emerged victorious from the competition, defeating Paris Saint-Germain by three goals to nil in Sunday’s Final. In a surprise to many, the 2024/2025 UEFA Conference League champions and...

The world’s eyes will be on the FIFA Club World Cup Final between Paris Saint-Germain and Chelsea on Sunday, July 13th, 2025. Both teams have come a long way and faced many challenges to reach the CWC Final. PSG led their exciting group, which ended with three teams on six...

The inaugural 32-team edition of the FIFA Club World Cup in the United States reaches its final chapter, as Chelsea and Paris Saint-Germain prepare to face off in a much-anticipated showdown between two of Europe’s most tactically evolved sides. The Blues arrive in the final after a composed 2–0 victory...

The newly crowned European champions and the reigning South American champions faced off in a duel that in the past would have determined the world champion in the Intercontinental Cup. Luis Enrique’s Paris Saint-Germain arrived with a great streak of results and performances, and a brilliant start in the 2025...

The FIFA Club World Cup 2025 marks a historic shift in the tournament’s structure, transforming it from a brief annual competition into a fully-fledged international tournament, modelled on the format of the traditional FIFA World Cup. This expanded edition, set to be hosted for the first time in the United...

The end of the season is always a time for reflection. One year ago, Total Football Analysis published our first-ever Ligue 1 Team of the Season for the 2023/2024 campaign. Now, we’re back again with an all-star XI from the French top flight for the 2024/2025 campaign, which saw Luis...

Dribbling has long been one of football’s most eye-catching actions—a burst of creativity capable of shifting momentum in an instant. This tactical analysis examines how dribbling serves as a strategic mechanism within various systems and styles of play, focusing on the roles of Rafael Leão at AC Milan, Jamal Musiala at Bayern Munich, Ousmane Dembélé at Paris Saint-Germain, and the...

Paris Saint-Germain have ended their wait for continental success—and in some style, too. Les Parisiens demolished Inter Milan 5-0 in the 2024/2025 UEFA Champions League Final, earning the record for the largest-ever margin of victory in the final of Europe’s elite footballing competition. For Luis Enrique, it’s an exceptional feather...

The 2024/2025 UEFA Champions League Final is a clash of contrasting philosophies. On one side, Paris Saint-Germain (PSG), under Luis Enrique, have developed into an exciting, fluid attacking team, blending youthful dynamism with devastation. On the other hand, Simone Inzaghi’s Inter Milan epitomises defensive resilience, constantly changing shapes, and ruthlessness...

Listen to this article free on the Total Football Analysis podcast.  Available on Spotify, Apple Podcast, or RSS. The world's eyes will be on the UEFA Champions League Final between Paris Saint-Germain and Inter Milan on Saturday, May 31st. Both teams have come a long way and faced many challenges to reach the...

After the game, though the scoreline was negative, Mikel Arteta said his Arsenal team were better in the second leg against Paris Saint-Germain (PSG). Arsenal were knocked out of the Champions League semi-final by PSG with a 1-3 aggregate score, after PSG won the second leg 2-1 at Parc des Princes. However, Arsenal really did look...

Football is an ever-changing sport, with no two seasons ever being the same, and the game constantly evolving. As each year passes, new players are discovered, teams alter their appearances, and emerging coaches seek to add their stamp to the game. The other aspect that changes year-on-year is the tactics...

Paris Saint-Germain brought home a victory from their UEFA Champions League trip to North London. They beat Arsenal 1-0 in the first leg of their Champions League semi-final. As Mikel Arteta pointed out in his press conference, it was a victory down to the small margin and the efficiency of...

Despite very nearly completing a dramatic comeback, Aston Villa’s 2024/2025 UEFA Champions League journey has officially come to an end versus Luis Enrique’s Paris Saint-Germain. Les Parisiens are increasingly looking like strong contenders for this season’s European Cup but face stiff competition in the next round from an Arsenal side...