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This season, Paris Saint-Germain has demonstrated extremely formidable strength, eliminating numerous top clubs on their way and thrashing Inter Milan 5-0. There are mainly the following reasons.
Tactically, manager Luis Enrique has successfully reconfigured the team's tactical system. He abandoned the previous over-reliance on individual star players and instead implemented a total football philosophy. Moving Ousmane Dembélé from the wing to the center as a "false nine" was a masterstroke. This season, Dembélé was in top form, scoring 33 goals and providing 12 assists. In the final against Inter Milan, with his agile runs and excellent passing, he created scoring opportunities for his teammates twice, disrupting Inter's defense. In midfield, players like Vitinha and João Neves firmly controlled the ball, keeping PSG in the driver's seat throughout the game. Throughout the match, PSG had a significant lead in possession and passing accuracy, with as many as 23 shots, leaving Inter's defense struggling. According to nowgoal statistics, in many key matches, the number of threatening attacking opportunities created by PSG through midfield build-up has increased significantly compared to previous seasons, and their offensive efficiency has improved remarkably.
In terms of squad configuration, PSG made remarkable adjustments in the summer transfer window. Sporting director Campos changed the transfer strategy, no longer simply chasing big-name stars, but focusing on signing young players with exceptional running ability. The arrivals of players such as Dembélé and Barcola injected new vitality into the team. The team's age structure has been optimized, with an average age of only 26.1 years old. In contrast to Inter Milan's 29.7 years old, PSG players have a distinct advantage in speed and physical fitness. In the encounter with Inter Milan, 19-year-old El Chadaille Bitshiabu, when facing 36-year-old Federico Dimarco, had a sprint speed of over 15 km/h, directly tearing open Inter's left flank. Moreover, PSG has sufficient squad depth. Both the starting lineup and substitutes can maintain a high level of competitiveness, enabling the team to flexibly respond to various situations in the long season and multi-front competitions.
Furthermore, the team's team spirit and morale have taken on a new look. In the past, when Kylian Mbappé was in the team, the attack often revolved around him, and Mbappé's low defensive participation led to an obvious numerical disadvantage for the team in defense. Now, the front trident of Dembélé, Kvaratskhelia, and Bitshiabu not only perform outstandingly in attack but also actively participate in defense, driving the whole team to form a high-pressing situation. This positive playing attitude and strong team cohesion put great pressure on opponents during the game. According to nowgoal's post-match analysis, the number of times PSG forced opponents into mistakes under full-court pressing defense ranks among the top in the top five European leagues this season, creating a large number of offensive opportunities for the team.
So, can Paris Saint-Germain maintain this strong dominance next season? How should other teams arrange tactics and adjust their squads to compete with PSG? Welcome to share your views in the nowgoal community.
Tactically, manager Luis Enrique has successfully reconfigured the team's tactical system. He abandoned the previous over-reliance on individual star players and instead implemented a total football philosophy. Moving Ousmane Dembélé from the wing to the center as a "false nine" was a masterstroke. This season, Dembélé was in top form, scoring 33 goals and providing 12 assists. In the final against Inter Milan, with his agile runs and excellent passing, he created scoring opportunities for his teammates twice, disrupting Inter's defense. In midfield, players like Vitinha and João Neves firmly controlled the ball, keeping PSG in the driver's seat throughout the game. Throughout the match, PSG had a significant lead in possession and passing accuracy, with as many as 23 shots, leaving Inter's defense struggling. According to nowgoal statistics, in many key matches, the number of threatening attacking opportunities created by PSG through midfield build-up has increased significantly compared to previous seasons, and their offensive efficiency has improved remarkably.
In terms of squad configuration, PSG made remarkable adjustments in the summer transfer window. Sporting director Campos changed the transfer strategy, no longer simply chasing big-name stars, but focusing on signing young players with exceptional running ability. The arrivals of players such as Dembélé and Barcola injected new vitality into the team. The team's age structure has been optimized, with an average age of only 26.1 years old. In contrast to Inter Milan's 29.7 years old, PSG players have a distinct advantage in speed and physical fitness. In the encounter with Inter Milan, 19-year-old El Chadaille Bitshiabu, when facing 36-year-old Federico Dimarco, had a sprint speed of over 15 km/h, directly tearing open Inter's left flank. Moreover, PSG has sufficient squad depth. Both the starting lineup and substitutes can maintain a high level of competitiveness, enabling the team to flexibly respond to various situations in the long season and multi-front competitions.
Furthermore, the team's team spirit and morale have taken on a new look. In the past, when Kylian Mbappé was in the team, the attack often revolved around him, and Mbappé's low defensive participation led to an obvious numerical disadvantage for the team in defense. Now, the front trident of Dembélé, Kvaratskhelia, and Bitshiabu not only perform outstandingly in attack but also actively participate in defense, driving the whole team to form a high-pressing situation. This positive playing attitude and strong team cohesion put great pressure on opponents during the game. According to nowgoal's post-match analysis, the number of times PSG forced opponents into mistakes under full-court pressing defense ranks among the top in the top five European leagues this season, creating a large number of offensive opportunities for the team.
So, can Paris Saint-Germain maintain this strong dominance next season? How should other teams arrange tactics and adjust their squads to compete with PSG? Welcome to share your views in the nowgoal community.