Champions League: Paris outclass Atalanta, stats show their power

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·19. September 2025

Champions League: Paris outclass Atalanta, stats show their power

Paris Saint-Germain kicked off their Champions League campaign perfectly by crushing Atalanta (4-0) at the Parc des Princes. In a match controlled from start to finish, the Parisians combined intensity, efficiency, and control, imposing a pace that was simply too high for the overwhelmed Italians. Beyond the scoreline, both team and individual statistics reflect a true demonstration, where possession, shots, and technical accuracy shaped the contours of a clear victory.

Team Analysis

The statistics reflect the huge gap between the two teams. Paris monopolized the ball (67% to 33%) and created far more chances (23 shots to 7, including 13 on target to 2). The quality of the chances is evident in the expected goals (3.48 xG to 0.85).

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Technically, the gap is striking: 601 successful passes to 279, with a 92% accuracy rate for Paris. Transitions were quick, often directed down the wings with Barcola and Kvaratskhelia. Defensively, Paris controlled their opponent: only 2 shots on target conceded, with Atalanta blocked far from goal.

The duels confirm this superiority: 62% won for PSG, more interceptions (16 to 7), and total control of second balls.

The numbers sum up the gap between the two sides:

Possession: 67% for PSG, 33% for Atalanta.
Shots: 23 to 7, including 13 on target to 2.
Expected Goals: 3.48 to 0.85.
Successful passes: 601 to 279 (92% accuracy vs 83%).
Duels: 62% won by Paris.
Corners: 6 to 2.
Interceptions: 16 to 7.

An undisputed domination: Paris confiscated the ball, stifled the opponent’s play, and continuously created scoring chances.

Individual Analysis – PSG

Goalkeeper

Chevalier: a quiet evening. He only had two simple saves to make and ensured clean short distribution.

Defense

Hakimi: very tidy technically with a pass accuracy above 90%. Won several duels and was constantly active down his flank.
Marquinhos (captain): complete match, a leader at the back. Strong in duels, made several interceptions, and scored from the penalty spot.
Pacho: effective in recovery and distribution, won his defensive duels, and ensured good ball progression (over 90% success rate).
Nuno Mendes: active offensively, crossed 7 times with 3 successful deliveries. His driving runs created openings on the left wing.

Midfield

Vitinha: dominated PSG’s passing stats. Over 90% success rate, very high volume, he dictated all of Paris’ play.
João Neves: strong defensive work with several duels won, pass accuracy above 90%.
Ruiz: 93% successful passes, 2 key passes. Important contribution to technical control.

Attack

Barcola: active on his wing, attempted several dribbles (almost half successful). Though he didn’t score, he made a big impact with his risk-taking.
Kvaratskhelia: scorer, took 4 shots with 2 on target. Dynamic, he constantly threatened the Italian defense.
Mayulu: 3 shots including 1 on target. Lots of activity and pressing but no success in front of goal.

Substitutes

Ramos: another goal off the bench, confirming his efficiency.
Zabarnyi: 15 solid minutes with 3 recoveries, 1 interception, and 1 clearance.
Zaïre-Emery: physical impact, but few touches of the ball.
Lee Kang-in: a few touches, appearance too brief to make an impact.
Mbaye: came on at the end of the match, no notable statistics.

Conclusion

This 4-0 victory over Atalanta is not just about the scoreline. It embodies the rise of a PSG capable of dominating in every area of the game: defensive solidity, creativity in midfield, attacking drive. To be confirmed over time, but the performance suggests a Paris team built to go far.