PSG v Flamengo – Safonov, Zaïre-Emery, injury… the highs and lows! | OneFootball

This Wednesday evening, Paris Saint-Germain won in a penalty shootout (1-1, then 3-1, video summary PSG/Flamengo) against Flamengo in the final of the 2025 Intercontinental Cup at the Ahmad bin Ali Stadium in Al Rayyan, Doha (Qatar). Here are the highlights and lowlights of this victory.

Tops –

❤️ Matvey Safonov as a hero.

The 26-year-old goalkeeper had to wait to play this season, but he is making the most of it and is creating real doubt in the hierarchy. After 3 interesting matches, he stood out this time with 4 penalty saves. He had already shone in this exercise about a year ago in Lens in the Coupe de France. This is crucial for winning titles and further demonstrates his mental strength.

Zaïre-Emery solid.

Warren Zaïre-Emery still doesn't have the offensive qualities of Achraf Hakimi (27-year-old right-back). However, the 19-year-old midfielder was very strong in his duels and in restarting play cleanly afterward. He continues to be a reliable substitute and confirms his return to form.

Barcola brought danger.

Bradley Barcola, a 24-year-old forward, has been struggling recently and showing signs of fatigue. But his entry was interesting, with good ideas and some nice sequences. Even though, like his team, he lacked a certain effectiveness.

Flops –

😡 Another injury

The infirmary was finally emptying, with only Achraf Hakimi as the last resident while he prepares for the CAN with Morocco. But Lee Kang-In had to leave due to a thigh pain. The 24-year-old midfielder/forward will likely undergo tests to determine the exact nature of his injury.

A rather disappointing match.

Overall, it cannot be said that this match was exciting. Even though PSG increased the pace during extra time. It's known to be a final, but one cannot say that this match seems truly necessary now that the Club World Cup exists.

This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇫🇷 here.