PSG Claims 2025 Trophée des Champions with 1-0 Victory Over AS Monaco

Doha, January 2025 – In a thrilling start to the new year, Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) clinched the Trophée des Champions by defeating AS Monaco 1-0 in a closely contested match held in Doha.

psg breaks tradition with a strong start

Typically, the beginning of a new year in French football is marked by the Coupe de France, but this time, the spotlight was on the Trophée des Champions. **PSG** stepped onto the field in Doha, leaving behind the rural charm of local cup games. **The match against Monaco** was not only a sporting spectacle but also an economic showcase, taking place under the gaze of dignitaries.

Familiar faces, new strategies

The match echoed the intense encounter from a month ago in Ligue 1, where PSG had emerged victorious. Coach Luis Enrique maintained his strategy, opting for a dynamic front line consisting of Doué, Dembélé, and Lee, with Hakimi playing a pivotal role. Despite Gonçalo Ramos’s impressive form, Enrique chose to stick with this lineup.

psg’s relentless pressure

Throughout the first half, **PSG dominated the field**, displaying their characteristic intensity both with and without the ball. **Doué’s verticality**, along with **Dembélé’s creative freedom**, caused significant problems for Monaco. Lee, eager to prove himself, was unable to convert his chances. Monaco struggled to find their rhythm, rarely advancing beyond the halfway line until late in the first half, when Akliouche briefly challenged Donnarumma.

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Monaco’s resurgence falls short

Monaco came out stronger in the second half, pressing higher and creating opportunities. **Ben Seghir tested Donnarumma**, and Vanderson’s effort struck the post. However, PSG remained dangerous, with the Dembélé-Hakimi duo posing a constant threat. Luis Enrique then introduced fresh legs from the bench, including Barcola, Ramos, Ruiz, and Mayulu, which proved decisive.

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a decisive finish

As the match neared its conclusion, **Hakimi continued to electrify with his advances**, but it was Dembélé who sealed the victory. After a series of saves by Monaco’s goalkeeper, Dembélé found the net in injury time, capitalizing on Ruiz’s precise pass to score the winning goal.

psg’s journey continues

This victory marks PSG’s 13th Trophée des Champions title, setting a positive tone for the year. With European challenges on the horizon, PSG under Luis Enrique’s guidance aims to continue their domestic success and make a mark on the international stage.

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