PSG-Aston Villa: Vitinha reveals his Ballon d'Or favorites

Paris Saint-Germain midfielder Vitinha is confident and ambitious as the team prepares to face Aston Villa in the UEFA Super Cup. He stated that both he and the squad are in good spirits and eager to secure more titles this season, carrying forward the hunger from previous successes.

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I'm doing very well. Last year, we were hungry to win more titles, and it's no different at the start of this new season. Obviously, we know it will be difficult, but we will do everything to achieve more.

"I'm doing very well. Last year, we were hungry to win more titles, and it's no different at the start of this new season," Vitinha said during a press conference. He acknowledged that the preparation period has been brief but stressed the team's determination to give their all to win the upcoming match and lift the trophy. "We know it will be difficult, but we will do everything to achieve more."

Reflecting on past encounters, Vitinha specifically remembered a challenging match against Aston Villa in Birmingham, particularly during the second half. He noted that Aston Villa's coach, Unai Emery, remains the same, suggesting the opponent will likely maintain a similar style of play despite changes in their squad over the years. "We will do everything to be ready tomorrow; we are aware of the difficulty and the rarity of this competition," he added.

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We know that the preparation is a bit short, but you have to choose, have more preparation or rest, you have to choose. But yes, I think I am ready, the team too, and we will do everything to win and win this trophy.

Vitinha also addressed the team's drive for continuous improvement, emphasizing the need to "reset" and focus on the future rather than dwelling on past seasons, which he admitted were inconsistent. "If you project too far, it's already a mistake. As the coach said, we need to 'reset,' forget the things we've done, and focus on the future, always wanting more. That's what has given us results, so we will maintain the formula."

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I remember that match in Birmingham; it was very tough, especially the second half... As I said, it will be very difficult. The coach is always the same (Unai Emery), so even though a lot has happened in two years, they will have roughly the same idea of play. We will do everything to be ready tomorrow; we are aware of the difficulty and the rarity of this competition. It's hard to reach this UEFA Super Cup, so we will enjoy it and do everything to win.

The Portuguese international also shared his thoughts on potential Ballon d'Or candidates, stating, "I would vote for a Parisian," indicating his loyalty and belief in his teammates.

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We are all aware of the 'grand eight' that a season represents. We saw in 2024-25, it wasn't consistent. Last season either... If you project too far, it's already a mistake. As the coach said, we need to 'reset,' forget the things we've done, and focus on the future, always wanting more. That's what has given us results, so we will maintain the formula.