Press review: PSG v OM, high-stakes Champions Trophy and criticism | OneFootball

This Thursday, January 8, the French press (on the sports side) focused on Paris Saint-Germain regarding the 2025 Trophée des Champions to be played tonight against Olympique de Marseille in Kuwait (kick-off at 7 PM French time, broadcast on Ligue1+). A Classico, as always, to be won. But it also brings criticism.

Le Parisien –

L’Equipe –

The Trophée des Champions is not the most important title to add to the record, but it is not to be overlooked either. It still counts and is indeed part of the Parisian sextuple in the year 2025. To continue making history, you have to win. It would also prevent OM from finding this joy again, as the drought has lasted since 2012. In a special rivalry, this is a point that matters.

In any case, there is no doubt about PSG's motivation. Coach Luis Enrique mentioned the management last Sunday against Paris FC in view of the "final" to be played. The idea is clear. And the stakes are spiced up by the fact that it is a Classico. Even if the supporters coming from France might be missing from the atmosphere.

The ecological remark is also understood, and it is entirely valid. It is hardly taken into account for the organization of such matches, and unfortunately, this is not only in France. It's not just in football either. There are many areas where we can do better, with at least some effort.

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