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This past week, Paris Saint-Germain received news that they have been waiting months for and that is Nuno Mendes has been officially removed from the medical report. Oh, and we received an update on the Kylian Mbappé saga.

On this episode of PSG Talking, I'm joined by Ethan from PSG Fan Club Boise to discuss a hectic week in which we learned that Mbappé will reportedly leave the club this summer. We also break down two positive results for PSG against Real Sociedad and FC Nantes.

Starting chronologically, we begin with the timing of Mbappé's communication with PSG that he will not return to the club once his contract expires. According to reports, Mbappé informed the club a day before PSG hosted Real Sociedad in the UEFA Champions League. Did the club force him to make a decision before the knockout stage, or did Mbappé want to do PSG a favor by letting them know as early as possible so they can begin planning for his departure?

Next, we dive into PSG's 2-0 win over Real Sociedad at the Parc des Princes. It was a tale of two halves where PSG looked slow and unable to keep possession in the first half but came out in the second and scored twice to take hold of the tie. We break down Mbappé's performance and Bradley Barcola's goal and look ahead to the return leg and what PSG's strategy should be.

Less than 24 hours after the win, Fabrizio Romano and several other top journalists reported that Mbappé will leave the club this summer as a free agent. We discuss who may have leaked that information to the media, the challenges Mbappé will face at Real Madrid, and who PSG may sign this summer to strengthen the squad.

The show concludes with a discussion about PSG's 2-0 win over Nantes, including Luis Enrique's decision to bench Mbappé to start the match.

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It would have been easy for Paris Saint-Germain to put forth a lackluster effort against Lille OSC on Saturday, with the UEFA Champions League knockout stage kicking off next week. Instead, Luis Enrique's squad showed resilience and is now full of confidence for the upcoming match against Real Sociedad.

On this episode of PSG Talking, I'm joined by Ligue1.com and PSGTalk.com writer Eddie Razo and Ethan from PSG Fan Club Boise. We discuss the come-from-behind win over Lille, preview the match against Real Sociedad, discuss Kylian Mbappé's future, and so much more.

Up first, we share what we liked and didn't like from PSG's 3-1 win over Lille at the Parc des Princes with Mbappé left on the bench to rest his injured ankle. The visitors struck first thanks to some shaky defending from Les Parisiens, but Gonçalo Ramos answered with a goal of his own just four minutes later in the first half. PSG went into the half up a goal thanks to an own-goal from Alexsandro and tacked on one late in the second half when Randal Kolo Muani capped off a brilliant run from Bradley Barcola. We highlight Ousmane Dembélé's emergence and Manuel Ugarte's return to form.

We then transition to the match on February 14, against Real Sociedad in the Round of 16 of the Champions League. We discuss the ideal starting lineup and rate our confidence level in the squad currently. We also give our prediction for the first leg of the tie.

Moving off the pitch, we break down the media's coverage of the ongoing Mbappé saga. It was recently reported that he has agreed to join Real Madrid in the summer, but it's never been clearer why the Paris native should stay in the French capital. We discuss the mixed messages from the media and when Mbappé may announce his decision.

We wrap up the show with a discussion about the Parc des Princes, which may not be the home of PSG in the near future, and the news that blue cards could soon be part of the game we all love.

As always, thank you for listening, and be sure to subscribe and rate the show wherever you download your podcasts. We’re also on Substack! Subscribe for free today to access premium PSG content.

Paris Saint-Germain threw away a two-goal lead at home last Sunday, but they're still alive in all competitions, and financially, they've never been stronger.

On this episode of PSG Talking, I'm joined by Ethan from PSG Fan Club Boise to discuss PSG's draw against Stade Brestois 29, a newly released financial report on the club, and the latest transfer news.

Up first, we discuss the match against Brest, where PSG went up 2-0 in the first half thanks to goals from Marco Asensio and Randal Kolo Muani but let that lead slip in the second. We share what we liked and didn't like from the match and whether Luis Enrique has the squad peaking at the right time in the season.

Next, we pivot to the Deloitte Money League report, which outlines the financial health of football clubs by looking at everything from sponsorships to gameday revenue. Ethan walks us through the findings and outlines what the report says about Paris Saint-Germain.

We conclude the show with an update on the latest transfers, including Cher Ndour going on loan and Gabriel Moscardo's transfer being finalized. We also share our thoughts on whether Hugo Ekitiké will be transferred in January and which Liverpool FC players could be available this summer, with Jürgen Klopp announcing that he is stepping down at the end of the season.

As always, thank you for listening, and be sure to subscribe and rate the show wherever you download your podcasts. We’re also on Substack! Subscribe for free today to access premium PSG content.

New year, and apparently, a renewed Paris Saint-Germain, who haven't lost since the calendar turned to 2024, chalked up another victory at RC Lens on Sunday to increase their lead at the top of the Ligue 1 table.

On this episode of PSG Talking, I'm joined by Marc Damon to discuss PSG's 2-0 victory over Lens, the latest reports regarding Kylian Mbappé's future, the January transfer window, and we answer a few questions from listeners.

Up first, we discuss what we liked, didn't like, and what stood out in PSG's win over Lens. From Bradley Barcola's goal and overall performance to Luis Enrique's lineup decisions to Gianluigi Donnarumma's penalty save, we cover it all.

After the recap, we jump into a bit of drama involving Mbappé. A recent report indicated that the Frenchman has already made the decision to join Real Madrid in the summer despite Mbappé stating no decision has been made. We share our thoughts on this situation as well as the other report about Jordan Brand breaking up with PSG.

Next, we discuss the January transfer window, where no major signings seem likely for PSG, but Nordi Mukiele could be on his way to FC Bayern Munich. Is this a good decision for PSG, or do they need to find a defensive replacement before the end of the month?

We wrap up the show by answering listener questions about Carlos Soler and Fabián Ruiz, Danilo Pereira, and more.

As always, thank you for listening, and be sure to subscribe and rate the show wherever you download your podcasts. We’re also on Substack! Subscribe for free today to access premium PSG content.

The winter break is upon us, and before Paris Saint-Germain kicks off the new year, we step back to reflect on an eventful first half of the season.

On this episode of PSG Talking, I'm joined by Ethan from PSG Fan Club Boise to recap PSG's Ligue 1 and UEFA Champions League performance so far, look ahead to the tie against Real Sociedad, react to the Super League news, and discuss potential broadcasters for Ligue 1 in the United States.

First, we talk about Ligue 1, where PSG sits in first place ahead of OGC Nice and AS Monaco. Luis Enrique earns high grades for navigating PSG to impressive wins at Stade Rennais and at home against Olympique de Marseille. We also name our most valuable players of the season so far and call out what has impressed us the most about the French top flight.

Next, we discuss the Champions League Round of 16, where PSG will face Real Sociedad. We share our initial reaction to the draw and what PSG must do between now and February 14, to prepare to face an impressive up-and-coming squad. We also share the ties we're most looking forward to watching.

News of the Super League 2.0 broke right before recording, so we react to that news and why most of the major clubs are against a new European tournament.

Lastly, we discuss a recent interview by World Soccer Talk with Chief Executive Ben Morel. In the article, he mentions the league is looking for a new broadcast partner in the United States, and we share which providers we would like to see, plus how Ligue 1 can continue to grow in the U.S.

As always, thank you for listening, and be sure to subscribe and rate the show wherever you download your podcasts. We’re also on Substack! Subscribe for free today to access premium PSG content.

It was a tumultuous Wednesday evening for Paris Saint-Germain supporters as the club battled Borussia Dortmund with a place in the Round of 16 of the UEFA Champions League on the line. Thankfully, Christmas came early, and Les Parisiens narrowly scraped by with a draw.

On this episode of PSG Talking, I'm joined by Jonathan Johnson from CBS Sports to talk all about the match against Dortmund. We discuss the overall performance of the club, missed opportunities, and standout performances and look ahead to the next round.

Up first, Johnson shares his overall thoughts on the performance from PSG, including the countless missed scoring chances Luis Enrique's side created. On the other end of the pitch, Gianluigi Donnarumma had a fantastic performance, and we talked about his potential future with the club.

Warren Zaïre-Emery put in a Man of the Match performance and scored PSG's only goal. We talk about his ability to come back from injury and lead PSG against Dortmund and whether he could be the captain of the club next season.

We wrap up the conversation about the match by discussing PSG's mentality after going a goal down and whether Luis Enrique should have instructed his side to go for the win instead of playing defensively late in the match.

Then, we switch gears to the January transfer window. We discuss potential transfer targets and which young players could go out on loan.

As always, thank you for listening, and be sure to subscribe and rate the show wherever you download your podcasts. We’re also on Substack! Subscribe for free today to access premium PSG content.

Of all the things Paris Saint-Germain supporters thought they might have to worry about this season, the goalkeeper situation probably wasn't high on the list. Unfortunately, after several poor performances, Luis Enrique has a difficult decision to make regarding Gianluigi Donnarumma.

On this episode of PSG Talking, I'm joined by "PSG 10" to discuss Donnarumma's recent form, which included a red card incident against Le Havre that will see him suspended for two Ligue 1 matches. We also discuss PSG's upcoming fixtures and what supporters can expect from the club in the January transfer window.

Up first, we dive into Donnarumma's latest failures and mental mistakes. We give our assessment of the situation, question whether PSG's porous back line could be somewhat to blame, and which backup goalkeeper could replace him both while he's suspended and against Borussia Dortmund on matchday six of the UEFA Champions League.

Speaking of Dortmund, we discuss potential changes PSG could make to its squad ahead of the massive match where a win will see them top the group, and anything less could put them in the UEFA Europa League. PSG's next match against FC Nantes could give us a clue as to what Luis Enrique might be thinking for that clash in Germany.

We wrap up the show by talking about the January transfer window. Could we see some concrete movement on the Kylian Mbappé file? Will Real Madrid make a bid? What if PSG falls to the Europa League? We discuss all that, plus what the potential transfer of Gabriel Moscardo from Corinthians says about PSG's future transfer strategy.

As always, thank you for listening, and be sure to subscribe and rate the show wherever you download your podcasts. We’re also on Substack! Subscribe for free today to access premium PSG content.

Paris Saint-Germain hosted Newcastle United F.C. with revenge on their minds, but instead, it was a night of wasted opportunities and controversy.

On this episode of PSG Talking, I'm joined by Eddie Razo, our long-time writer for PSGTalk.com, to discuss PSG's 1-1 draw against Newcastle. We discuss the starting lineup, Gianluigi Donnarumma's performance, and the decision that ultimately gifted PSG their only goal.

Up first, we examine Luis Enrique's decision to start Danilo Pereira and Milan Škriniar at center-back and leave Vitinha on the bench in favor of Kang-In Lee. Did PSG's lineup play a role in Newcastle's fast start to the match?

Next, we discuss Donnarumma's sloppy goaltending that led to Newcastle's goal. His inability to hold onto a soft shot from distance allowed Alexander Isak to pounce on the rebound and score easily. Is it time for Luis Enrique to consider his options at goalie?

Throughout the match, but especially in the second half, PSG created chance after chance but failed to score. We share our thoughts on the wasted scoring opportunities and whether it might be time for a change up front.

Last but certainly not least, we get into the drama of the night, which saw VAR award PSG a penalty late in stoppage time. We comment on the media's reaction and whether the official missed other incidents where PSG should have been awarded a penalty.

To wrap up the show, Eddie shares his thoughts on the upcoming January transfer window and what business PSG might do.

As always, thank you for listening, and be sure to subscribe and rate the show wherever you download your podcasts. We’re also on Substack! Subscribe for free today to access premium PSG content.

You never know what you might get from Paris Saint-Germain after a big UEFA Champions League match. So, with a trip to the Stade Auguste Delaune to face Will Still and Stade de Reims last Saturday, PSG needed to forget the debacle at the San Siro and focus on the domestic matters at hand.

On this episode of PSG Talking, I'm joined by longtime contributor Marc Damon to discuss PSG's 3-0 win over Reims, PSG's disjointed attack, the problems on defense, and we look back at the defeat to AC Milan and look ahead to an important stretch of matches for Les Parisiens.

Up first, it's the match against Reims, where Kylian Mbappé dazzled by scoring one of his best goals in a PSG shirt. While the Frenchman recorded a hat trick, Gianluigi Donnarumma stood tall in goal and made six saves to secure the clean sheet. We discuss what stood out to us the most in the match and what changes Luis Enrique may make moving forward.

PSG's attack continues to be disjointed, and we discuss in detail. Without Mbappé's 11 goals in 13 Ligue 1 appearances this season, PSG would be in serious trouble. Ousmane Dembélé has yet to score since arriving from FC Barcelona, Randal Kolo Muani has been inconsistent, and against Reims, I nearly forgot Gonçalo Ramos was on the pitch because he did so little. We also try to read between the lines regarding Luis Enrique's curious post-game comments where he stated he wasn't happy with Mbappé and that he could do more to help the team.

The defense continues to give supporters heart palpitations. Milan Škriniar has been sneaky good this season, while Marquinhos continues to underperform. We wonder if this could be the last season for Marquinhos at PSG and who could replace him in the starting lineup.

To wrap up the episode, we discuss PSG's loss to AC Milan in the Champions League and our confidence level for PSG to advance to the knockout stage.

As always, thank you for listening, and be sure to subscribe and rate the show wherever you download your podcasts. We’re also on Substack! Subscribe for free today to access premium PSG content.

The roller coaster that is Paris Saint-Germain rolled on Tuesday night as the club traveled to Italy to face AC Milan in a pivotal UEFA Champions League match.

On this episode of PSG Talking, I'm joined by Ethan from PSG Fan Club Boise to discuss Paris Saint-Germain's 2-1 defeat to AC Milan at the San Siro, including the abuse directed at Gianluigi Donnarumma, the performance of the referee, PSG's lackluster offense, and we touch on an official statement released by Real Madrid recently.

Up first, we talk about the drama leading up to the match between PSG and AC Milan. There was a PSG supporter who was stabbed before kickoff, and the AC Milan Ultras printed "Dollarumma" dollars with the intended purpose of throwing them at PSG's goalkeeper. Should the referee have done more to protect Donnarumma from the abuse? We also discuss the overall discrepancy in foul calls between the two sides, with AC Milan not recording a foul until after an hour of match play.

We also discuss PSG's attack, which failed to record a goal on the night. Instead, it was Milan Škriniar who scored the lone goal for the visitors. Kylian Mbappé was double, if not triple-teamed at times, Ousmane Dembélé continued his goal drought, and Randal Kolo Muani provided very little in front of goal with only one recorded shot in 60 minutes before he was subbed off. Should Luis Enrique brought on Gonçalo Ramos earlier or even started him? Kang-In Lee provided a spark on the bench and made a case for replacing Vitinha in the starting lineup.

Ethan and I share our level of concern for PSG as it comes to advancing out of the group and into the knockout stage and whether the match against Newcastle United F.C. at the end of the month is a must-win.

The podcast wraps up with a conversation about Real Madrid's recent official statement that informed anyone who cares that they are not negotiating with Mbappé regarding a potential arrival next summer. Clearly, something is going on behind the scenes, and we try to figure out what that might be.

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