Paris Saint-Germain secured their Ligue 1 title with a 1-0 win over Angers on Saturday, clinching the crown with six games to spare. But while celebrating this impressive achievement, PSG President Nasser Al-Khelaifi made a statement that could be seen as a slight dig at the club’s past superstars—Kylian Mbappé and Neymar.
In his post-match remarks, Al-Khelaifi emphasized the importance of team over individual stardom, highlighting how the current PSG squad is more united than ever. “The star of Paris Saint-Germain is the team,” he declared, suggesting that the collective effort has taken precedence over the focus on big-name players, a stark contrast to PSG’s past with the likes of Messi, Neymar, and Mbappé.
Al-Khelaifi stated:
“We are immensely proud to be crowned Champions of Ligue 1, one of the strongest leagues in Europe, and it is extra special to win the title undefeated until now. Congratulations to all the players, our coach Luis Enrique, our sports advisor Luis Campos, and all our staff, who have done an incredible job. The season is far from over; we must continue to work hard and focus, match by match.”
He continued, emphasizing the shift in philosophy:
“Everyone across the world of football has seen and admired the development of the Paris Saint-Germain team in this new era – our philosophy is based on the collective above everything else. The star of Paris Saint-Germain is the team, and this star is shining so brightly.”
The Shift in PSG’s Philosophy
Since the departures of Lionel Messi to Inter Miami, Neymar to Al-Hilal, and Mbappé reportedly heading to Real Madrid, PSG has transformed itself into a club that values unity over individual brilliance. The team’s current success under Luis Enrique signals a move away from the “superstar culture” that once defined the club.
With the Ligue 1 title secured, PSG now focuses on their next challenge—the Champions League, with their quarter-final tie against Aston Villa beginning on Wednesday. The European title remains their ultimate goal, something they have yet to secure, but with a revitalized squad and renewed philosophy, they may just be on the path to success.
🔵 PSG’s rise as a collective force could be just the start of a new era in Paris.
