PSG Triumphs 1-0 Over Angers at Parc des Princes in Season Opener with Ruiz's Goal

In their first home match of the season at Parc des Princes, Paris Saint-Germain edged out SCO Angers with a 1-0 victory, courtesy of a goal from Fabian Ruiz, temporarily placing them at the top of Ligue 1 standings.

Match Recap

After a series of matches in Munich, the United States, and Udine, Paris Saint-Germain returned to Parc des Princes for the new season. Although they were eager to impress their home crowd, PSG struggled against a defensive Angers side in their Ligue 1 opener on Friday. The first half was lackluster, highlighted by Ousmane Dembélé’s missed penalty in the 26th minute, despite chants of “Ousmane, Ballon d’Or” echoing from Auteuil.

It wasn’t until the second half that PSG found the back of the net, with Fabian Ruiz scoring opportunistically in the 49th minute. The hardest part was done for the Parisians as Angers focused purely on defense throughout the match, failing to challenge goalkeeper Lucas Chevalier.

Celebrations Amidst Frustration

Following the match, the PSG players celebrated their recent success, having secured five trophies in the past few months. The victory, although narrow, did not dampen the festive atmosphere, and the club’s supporters left the stadium in high spirits.

Player Ratings: Paris SG vs. SCO Angers

1. L. Chevalier – 5/10

Chevalier enjoyed a quiet evening in his first home game as PSG’s goalkeeper, facing no shots on target in the first half and only needing to watch a cross from Belkhdim in the second half. A calm debut, earning an average rating.

2. A. Hakimi – 4.5/10

Hakimi struggled technically at the start of the match and showed signs of not being fully fit. Nevertheless, his runs are crucial for the team’s dynamic. A notable assist came from his well-placed cross to Ruiz in the 78th minute.

3. Marquinhos – 5/10

The captain had a reassuring performance despite not facing much pressure, effectively halting Angers’ counter-attacks and contributing to set plays without any attempts at goal.

4. W. Pacho – 5/10

Pacho was rarely challenged and had a solid game, maintaining composure in defense and participating in the team’s passing game.

5. N. Mendes – 5/10

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Mendes operated higher up the pitch, focusing on ball distribution rather than doubling up defensively. He had a promising chance towards the end of the match.

6. Vitinha – 5.5/10

Vitinha played a crucial role in midfield, showcasing better positioning than in previous matches while also contributing defensively. He was active but did not take any shots.

7. F. Ruiz – 7/10

Ruiz was pivotal, orchestrating the play and scoring the decisive goal. He demonstrated intelligence and positioning, compensating for his teammates’ forward runs and almost bagging a second goal later.

8. J. Neves – 6/10

Returning to the lineup, Neves was active and instrumental in pressing, winning a penalty and contributing significantly to the team’s attacking efforts.

9. D. Doué – 5.5/10

Doué created several challenges for Angers’ defense, displaying skill and earning applause from the crowd. He came close to scoring but ultimately had a mixed performance.