Khvicha Kvaratskhelia Shines for PSG, Eyed as 2026 Ballon d’Or Contender

Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) showcased their strengthhighlighted the brilliance of Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, a standout player for the French club.

Georgian winger opens the scoring

Kvaratskhelia made an immediate impact by opening the scoring at the 20th minute. His performance caught the attention of coach Unai Emery, who didn’t hesitate to label him as a top contender for the Ballon d’Or, stating, “Kvaratskhelia is my favorite candidate for the Ballon d’Or. He is fantastic.”

Emery praises Kvaratskhelia’s ability

The Spanish coach emphasized the player’s ability to shine even under pressure: “We tried to contain him, but his quality was undeniable.” Despite missing the last World Cup with Georgia, Kvaratskhelia has kicked off his season with a strong start for PSG, solidifying his reputation as a key player.

Doubling the lead

Following Kvaratskhelia’s goal, Désiré Doué scored the second goal for PSG, securing another European Super Cup for the team. This victory further cements PSG’s image as an unstoppable force in the early stages of the season.