Tag: Paris Saint-Germain

Paris Saint-Germain Football Club, commonly referred to as Paris Saint-Germain, PSG, or simply Paris, is a professional football club based in Paris, France. The club was founded in 1970, and they currently play in Ligue 1, which is the top tier of French football. Paris Saint-Germain has won the Ligue 1 title a record 13 times, as well as the Coupe de France and Coupe de la Ligue multiple times each. They have also reached the final of the UEFA Champions League on several occasions, but have not yet won the competition.

PSG has a long list of star players. Some of the most notable include Neymar, Kylian Mbappé, Angel Di Maria, Marquinhos and many more. The team is also known for its passionate supporters, who are collectively known as the “12th man” of the team.

One of the most successful and famous coach in the team’s history is Unai Emery who led them in 2016-2018 and reached UEFA Champions League Final. Now the team is led by Mauricio Pochettino who took the charge on January 2021.

PSG are considered one of the most successful team in recent French football history, and among the elite teams in European football.

Doubts hang over Koscielny for PSG game

Laurent Koscielny is facing a race against the clock to get his face fit for the opening Champions League game of the season in Paris.

Arsenal “a level above Chelsea” says Motta ahead of PSG clash

Arsenal will pose a tougher test for Paris Saint-Germain than Chelsea have in previous seasons, according to defensive midfielder Thiago Motta.

A Londoner’s guide to the less obvious perks of going to PSG away

Going to Paris on your own or with just a couple of you? Don’t fancy getting bevvied up with the away fans? Having just been to Paris a month or so ago, I thought of some things to check out that might not make it to a tour guide or on a fan’s itinerary.

Arsenal fans guide to Paris ahead of PSG clash

As Arsenal travel to Paris this week to face PSG in the Champions League group opener, here is a short guide on Paris from a local.

PSG coach spotted scouting Arsenal against Southampton

Perhaps unsurprisingly, PSG's coach, Unai Emery, was spotted at the Emirates on Saturday as Arsenal left it late to beat Southampton.

Arsenal “a level above Chelsea” says Motta ahead of PSG clash

Arsenal will pose a tougher test for Paris Saint-Germain than Chelsea have in previous seasons, according to defensive midfielder Thiago Motta.

Arsenal fan Serge Aurier to miss PSG Champions League opener

PSG’s Serge Aurier, who is a massive Arsenal fan, will not be fit to face the Gunners when they travel to Paris next week to get their Champions League campaign under way.

Arsenal’s new signings, Jenko, Bielik + Jeff all in squad to face PSG

The Arsenal squad set to face PSG on the 13th of September has been announced and there are a couple of - sort of - surprises.
from Arsenal's opposition

PSG’s Serge Aurier could miss out on Arsenal clash

No sooner has the new season started than PSG's Serge Aurier has injured himself, potentially ruling him out of Arsenal's trip to Paris in 10 days.

Wenger: ‘We want to challenge PSG’

Arsene Wenger wants Arsenal to compete with PSG's 'unlimited financial potential' when we face them in the Champions League.

‘We will see if there’s an offer’ – PSG boss on Matuidi

Back in early August Arsenal were linked with PSG's Blaise Matuidi, who was a Manchester United target at the time and now his manager, Unai Emery, has come out to insist he's one of the best players in the world. Okay.
arsenal news gossip recap roundup

Wednesday Arsenal recap: Wenger’s future, Paul Pogba, Mahrez bid + more

Wednesday was full of the usual fun - I mean that sarcastically, of course - and some news.

Draxler latest – PSG still reportedly interested, Arsenal quiet

Despite Wolfsburg boss Dieter Hecking claiming that the German club haven't received any bids for Julian Draxler, PSG are still reportedly interested.

‘Enough is enough’ – Lyon chairman slams PSG over Jese Rodriguez signing

Lyon chairman, Jean-Michel Aulas, has slammed PSG after they completed the signing of Real Madrid's Jese Rodriguez.

Official: Jese completes £21.25m move to PSG

If you’ve been keeping a track of all the forwards Arsenal have been linked with during this transfer window, you can scratch Jese Rodriguez from it because he’s signed for PSG.

Draxler to Arsenal latest – Wolfsburg claim no bids despite apparent PSG offer

Wolfsburg are sticking to their guns as far as Julian Draxler is concerned and claiming that no offers have been made, despite reports that PSG have made a 'concrete offer'.

Arsenal linked with Matuidi in move that will never happen

Arsenal are allegedly after Blaise Matuidi, PSG’s midfielder who has recently been linked with a move to Manchester United.
arsenal news gossip recap roundup

Wednesday Arsenal recap – Draxler rumour unraveled, Mahrez, Mustafi + more

The big news on Wednesday was that Julian Draxler has made it very public that he wants to leave Wolfsburg.

Jese Rodriguez to PSG imminent – report

According to beINSPORT, Jese Rodriguez is set to sign for PSG in the next 72 hours.

Arsenal to share hotel with PSG in LA – with photos

Arsenal and PSG will be sharing the same hotel when the two sides travel to the States for their pre-season tour.
Alexandre Lacazette

Lacazette to Arsenal – what we actually know and what we don’t

On Friday things got a little exciting when it was reported that Alexandre Lacazette had told Lyon he wanted to leave because Arsenal and PSG were interested in him.

Arsenal suffer Cavani ‘blow’ despite not actually being interested

It's funny how Arsenal can manage to suffer a 'blow' over a player we were never actually interested in.

Cavani to Arsenal – what’s really going on?

Arsenal have been linked again with a move for PSG’s Edinson Cavani in the wake of the Jamie Vardy transfer going a little quiet.
N'Golo Kante

N’Golo Kante vague about his future at Leicester amid Arsenal rumours

N'Golo Kante has been pretty vague about his future at Leicester City saying that he's happy... 'for now'.
N'Golo Kante

Details of PSG offer to Kante revealed as Arsenal face challenge

Arsenal are facing competition for Leicester’s N’Golo Kante from a number of clubs but PSG seem to be leading the way when it comes to being proactive about the whole thing.

PSG make contact with Alexis – report

Paris Saint-Germain have reportedly made Alexis Sanchez a priority to buy this summer and made contract with his representatives.

Zlatan Ibrahimovic opts to stay in Paris – report

Zlatan Ibrahimovic could well stay at Paris Saint-Germain, if reports are to be believed.
from Arsenal's opposition

Manchester United star wants Arsenal target at Red Devils

Anthony Martial is keen for Arsenal and Manchester United target, Zlatan Ibrahimovic, to join the Red Devils this summer.

Nasri frustrated with lack of stability at Manchester City

Samir Nasri has made a dig about his current club, Manchester City's, recruitment policy and lack of stability compared to the likes of Paris Saint-Germain.

Nasri: I’d like to see PSG beat Arsenal!

It's never too long before Samir Nasri can help himself from talking about Arsenal and here's what he had to say this time.

Arsenal showing interest in 16-year-old striker – report

Many Arsenal fans want a new striker, but they probably don't have a 16-year-old in mind.

PSG want Hector…good for them!

First it was Barcelona, now PSG look set to become the latest club to try and get Hector Bellerin a little unsettled and dreaming of a move away from Arsenal.

Henry: I’ve heard Ibrahimović wants Arsenal move

Arsenal legend Thierry Henry has said he still believes Arsenal can win the title this year but, if they don't, should sign Zlatan Ibrahimović. The Sky...

Ferdinand encourages Arsenal to sign Ibrahimović

Knocking Chelsea out of the Champions League on Wednesday evening, Zlatan Ibrahimović proved he still has it. The Swede may be 34 now, but out...

Arsenal hold talks with Rabiot – report

Arsenal have allegedly been in touch with the entourage of Adrien Rabiot ahead of a possible summer move according to reports coming out of...

PSG president refuses Rabiot transfer

Any hopes Arsenal had of signing Adrien Rabiot this winter have been dashed by Paris Saint-Germain president Nasser Al-Khelaifi, who has insisted the midfielder...

French press: ‘Arsenal PSG offer could be of interest’

L’Equipe believe that Arsenal’s alleged offer for PSG’s Adrien Rabiot could be of interest to the French side – if they’ve made one in...

Rabiot requesting to leave PSG

At the very least, Arsenal need to look into signing a short-term midfield option when the January transfer window opens. Both Santi Cazorla and Francis...

Ancelotti wants Arsenal job – report

According to reports, incredibly decorated Italian manager Carlo Ancelotti would like to replace Arsène Wenger when the manager is no longer in charge at...

Journalists contradict each other over Cavani rumour

Earlier in the week, it looked as though any late transfer window rumours linking Arsenal with a move for Paris Saint-Germain and Uruguay forward...