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Undeterred, Safonov sticks to last season's game plan with PSG

From Le Figaro · () French

Translated from French, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Matveï Safonov, the 27-year-old Russian goalkeeper, remains PSG's number one choice, impressing his coach and performing well in recent matches.
  • The team secured a 2-1 victory against Aston Villa in the European Super Cup, with Safonov expressing satisfaction with the season's start.
  • PSG is preparing for the Trophee des Champions match against Lens, aiming to win their second trophy of the season.

Matveï Safonov, the 27-year-old Russian goalkeeper, has solidified his position as Paris Saint-Germain's undisputed number one. His coach's confidence in him is unwavering, despite rumors of potential new signings like Zion Suzuki during the summer transfer window. Safonov recently delivered a strong performance in the team's 2-1 victory over Aston Villa in the European Super Cup.

"At PSG, only one thing matters: winning," Safonov stated, reflecting the team's mindset. He expressed his satisfaction with the team's start to the season, noting, "It's very good to start the season this way." The team's appetite for success is evident as they look ahead to the Trophee des Champions match against Lens this Sunday.

At PSG, only one thing matters: winning.

— Matveï SafonovReflecting the team's mindset after their European Super Cup victory.

PSG aims to secure their second trophy of the season in the upcoming match. They previously won the last edition of the Trophee des Champions against OM in Kuwait, thanks to a standout performance by Lucas Chevalier. Chevalier was also the goalkeeper during PSG's Super Cup win against Tottenham, highlighting the team's consistent goalkeeping strength.

It's very good to start the season this way.

— Matveï SafonovExpressing satisfaction with the team's performance and start to the season.
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Originally published by Le Figaro in French. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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