PSG pull off a major coup in England | OneFootball

Before the second leg of the Champions League Round of 16 this Tuesday evening at 9pm between Paris Saint-Germain and Chelsea at Stamford Bridge, Le Parisien turned to the image of PSG in England. James Gheerbrant, journalist for The Times, spoke about a particularly striking evolution.

“People no longer just begrudgingly respect PSG”

There’s no need to be offended about not yet reaching the level of fear that Real Madrid inspires in England; it’s a legendary club, the one that has won the most Champions Leagues. And it has eliminated many English clubs in recent years, with a 3-0 victory to defend tonight against Manchester City. It’s better to appreciate the journey PSG has made, now standing on the same level as European giants.

For a while, PSG was seen as a wealthy club that didn’t know how to build a team. One still had to be wary, because of the talent of certain players, but there was no positive opinion coming from England. With a project that now emphasizes the collective, shows more solidity and consistency while developing young talents, Paris has managed to win over the English. Of course, victories against several clubs last year (Manchester City, Liverpool, Aston Villa, and Arsenal) before winning the Champions League helped.

They will have to confirm this tonight, even if England already knows to be wary. And even to respect what has been put in place. An interesting point, especially when we remember the recent statements about the strategy for developing the club’s image and revenue across the Channel.

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