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Mamadou Sakho Praises PSG’s Pacho, Reflects on Paris and Liverpool Ties
Mamadou Sakho praises rising stars at PSG: “A sense of belonging”
Mamadou Sakho, a former Paris Saint-Germain icon, remains deeply connected to his beloved club. The French defender, who enchanted Parisian fans from his debut until his departure in summer 2013, continues to follow PSG’s evolution.
Sakho’s admiration for PSG’s new talents
Currently playing in Georgia, the 35-year-old Mamadou Sakho hasn’t lost touch with his roots. In a recent interview, he shared his thoughts on the current PSG squad for the 2024-2025 season, expressing admiration for certain players. **Willian Pacho**, who joined from Eintracht Frankfurt this summer, has particularly impressed the former PSG star.
“Yes, there are many players I enjoy watching. **Pacho**, for example, is remarkable. He’s grown in stature. But what I admire most is his mindset. He feels like he belongs to the Parisian suburbs, like he’s one of us,” Sakho commented.
He continued to highlight other talents: “There are others too. **Joao Neves** is incredibly strong. **Barcola** is having a fantastic season. Some doubted him initially, but he just needed time. What he’s achieved in turning things around is impressive.”
Homecoming match: PSG vs. Liverpool
This Wednesday, PSG faces Liverpool at Parc des Princes in the Champions League round of 16. The match holds special significance for Mamadou Sakho, who has played for both teams.
“It’s like my home versus my adopted home (laughs). With Paris, there’s an unbreakable bond with the supporters. At Liverpool, I felt adopted, like a ‘scouser’. I believe they appreciated my passion, my tackles, my commitment to defending those colors,” Sakho shared.
