PSG outclass Atalanta, the Champions League masterclass by the numbers

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·19 September 2025

PSG outclass Atalanta, the Champions League masterclass by the numbers

Paris Saint-Germain got off to a perfect start in their Champions League campaign by crushing Atalanta (4-0) at Parc des Princes. In a match they controlled from start to finish, the Parisians combined intensity, efficiency, and control, imposing a pace too high for the overwhelmed Italians. Beyond the score, the collective and individual statistics reflect a real demonstration, where possession, shots, and technical accuracy outlined the contours of a clear victory.

Collective Analysis

The statistics reflect the abyssal gap between the two teams. Paris monopolized the ball (67% against 33%) and created far more opportunities (23 shots to 7, including 13 on target to 2). The quality of the chances can be seen 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 an accuracy of 92% on the Parisian side. The transitions were fast, often directed towards the wings with Barcola and Kvaratskhelia. Defensively, Paris controlled their opponent: only 2 shots on target conceded, an Atalanta blocked far from the goal.

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

The numbers summarize the gap between the two formations:

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 against 83%).
Duels: 62% won by Paris.
Corners: 6 to 2.
Interceptions: 16 to 7.

A domination without sharing: Paris confiscated the ball, suffocated the opponent's circuits, and continuously created goal situations.

Individual Analysis – PSG

Goalkeeper

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

Defense

Hakimi: very clean technically with a passing accuracy above 90%. Several duels won and constant activity in his corridor.
Marquinhos (captain): complete match, boss at the back. Present in the duels, he made several interceptions and scored on a penalty.
Pacho: efficient in recovery and restart, he won his defensive duels and ensured a good ball exit (above 90% success).
Nuno Mendes: offensively active, he crossed 7 times for 3 successes. His penetration created breaches on the left wing.

Midfield

Vitinha: he dominates the Parisian pass stats. More than 90% success, very high volume, he oriented all the Parisian game.
João Neves: big defensive work with several duels won, passing accuracy above 90%.
Ruiz: 93% successful passes, 2 key passes. Significant contribution to technical mastery.

Attack

Barcola: active on his wing, he attempted several dribbles (almost half successful). Although he didn't score, he weighed heavily with his risk-taking.
Kvaratskhelia: scorer, he shot 4 times including 2 on target. Impactful, he constantly threatened the Italian defense.
Mayulu: 3 shots including 1 on target. Lots of activity and pressing but without success in front of the goal.

Substitutes

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

Conclusion

This 4-0 victory against Atalanta is not just about the score. It embodies the rise of a PSG capable of dominating in all areas of the game: defensive solidity, creativity in midfield, offensive penetration. To be confirmed over time, but the copy returned suggests a Paris calibrated to go far.