Press review: Rennes v PSG, thanks Torres and Dembélé ‘eclipsed’ | OneFootball

This Monday, August 24, the French press (from the sporting angle) focused, regarding Paris Saint-Germain, on the 2-2 draw against Rennes last night in the closing match of the opening round of Ligue 1 2026-2027.

Le Parisien –

L’Equipe –

PSG cannot be completely satisfied with the draw, but there are positives to take after having gone 2-0 down against the run of play (17 shots to 7, 69% possession and 10 corners to 0 for Paris). The Parisians can do better, except that it is also the start of the season and they have not had as much time as their opponent to prepare. Some difficulties are logical. Finding the resources to come back away from home is very encouraging.

All the more so because it happened despite poor form from key players, including Khvicha Kvaratskhelia and Ousmane Dembélé. Fortunately, Ferran Torres immediately showed that he was signed for very good reasons. What stands out most is of course his brace, but there were also runs and passes of a very high level. All of it came with superb service from Fabian Ruiz, who confirms that he will once again be an important piece this season.

Now, the Parisians will work to build momentum. Not losing is important, but they will need to go and get wins. That may possibly come with other bold choices from coach Luis Enrique, who once again showed that there are no statuses to protect anyone’s playing time.

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