Ligue 1
Ligue 1 Crowns Kylian Mbappe as Player of the Season for the Fourth Time in a Row
Kylian Mbappe secures fourth consecutive Ligue 1 Player of the Season Award as PSG clinches record 11th title. With that award he became the only player to achieve it for four consecutive times. Previously Zlatan Ibrahimovic won three times in a row.
Mbappe’s Record in 22/23 Season at Ligue 1
Kylian Mbappe, the renowned Paris Saint-Germain star, achieved a remarkable feat in Ligue 1 on Sunday night. He secured his fourth consecutive title as the French League Player of the Season. The 24-year-old prolific striker has not only netted 28 goals in the league but has also claimed the title of the top goal scorer in Ligue 1 for a remarkable five consecutive times. This season he also assisted five goals.
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The ceremony took place in Paris, graced by the presence of numerous players. Mbappe became the winner, surpassing contenders such as Lionel Messi, Loïs Openda, Séko Fofana of Lens, and Jonathan David, the forward from Lille.
Mbappe, along with his teammate Nuno Mendes, who received the Young Player of the Year award, became the sole PSG representative to claim individual awards. Notably, Lionel Messi, and Gianluigi Donnarumma, did not secure the awards for the categories they were nominated in. However, Messi did not attend the ceremony as he went to Barcelona to watch the Coldplay concert.
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By securing this award, Mbappe has now claimed the prestigious title of Ligue 1 Player of the Year for the fourth consecutive time. This remarkable achievement surpasses Zlatan Ibrahimovic's record of three awards, which he also earned during his time at PSG.
Continuing an extraordinary streak, Paris Saint-Germain has once again produced the Player of the Year, marking the seventh consecutive year of their dominance. This outstanding line includes notable players such as Zlatan Ibrahimovic (2016), Edinson Cavani (2017), Neymar Jr (2018), and Kylian Mbappe (2019, 2021, and 2022).
Having been named Ligue 1 Young Player of the Year for three consecutive seasons (2017, 2018, 2019), Mbappe continued his dominance by capturing the coveted Player of the Year award for the subsequent four seasons, extending his winning streak to a remarkable eight trophies in a row, until 2023.
Will Mbappe Stay with PSG?
Based on reports, unless the 24-year-old exercises an option to extend his contract until 2025, his contract with PSG is set to expire next year. Amidst swirling rumors about the French star's potential departure from the club next year, he personally confirmed and reassured fans of his commitment to stay with PSG for the upcoming season. Nevertheless, Mbappe's exceptional talent has garnered interest from Real Madrid. So, we will have to wait one more season to see if Mbappe continues playing with PSG.
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Final Words
This outstanding achievement sets his status as one of the league's brightest stars and highlights his dominance on the football field. With each passing season, Mbappe continues to elevate his game, fascinating fans with his remarkable skills and goal-scoring ability. As he adds another award to his growing list of achievements, the football world eagerly awaits to witness the next chapter in Kylian Mbappe's illustrious career.
1 year ago
PSG's Next Head Coach: Potential Successors of Mauricio Pochettino
Mauricio Pochettino's future as manager of Paris Saint-Germain was all but decided following his team's 3-2 aggregate loss to Real Madrid in the 2021-2022 UEFA Champions League round of 16. Pochettino took over as PSG manager on January 2, 2021, succeeding Thomas Tuchel. On a personal level, the Argentine coach has had a successful time at PSG, winning three trophies, including the Ligue 1 title in the 2021–2022 season. However, PSG want Champions League glory, a trophy they have never won. PSG have opted to break ties with its current manager, Mauricio Pochettino, after he failed to motivate the French team to win Europe's most coveted club championship. Let's take a look at the potential successors to Mauricio Pochettino at PSG.
Six Potential Candidates to Replace Mauricio Pochettino at Paris Saint-Germain
The PSG hierarchy is now getting frustrated with the way the club has performed over the years, especially in the Champions League. They have invested heavily in bringing superstar footballers to the club in recent seasons after winning the most prestigious club competition in Europe. However, they have yet to win the competition. The only time they were so close to winning the competition was in 2020, when they lost the final to Bayern Munich 1-0.
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The Qatari-owned Paris Saint-Germain were hopeful when they appointed Pochettino as their new manager in early 2021. However, the Argentine head coach failed to meet the expectations and was eliminated from the round of 16 in last season’s Champions League. It seems his termination is on the cards and he can be sacked at any time in the month of June. Here are a few prospective Mauricio Pochettino’s replacements.
Joachim Low
Former German national team head coach Joachim Low is on PSG’s radar as a potential replacement for Mauricio Pochettino. He won the World Cup with Germany in 2014, so Joachim knows how to inspire a team to win big trophies. However, as per sources, PSG will consider other options first before turning to Joachim Low.
Major Success:
DFB-Pokal (1), FIFA World Cup (2014), FIFA Confederations Cup (2017).
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Thiago Motta
Former PSG player Thiago Motta is a huge fan favourite and could be an ideal option for a long-term plan. Motta played for Paris Saint-Germain as a midfielder from 2012 to 2018 and helped them win multiple trophies. Since retirement, Thiago Motta has taken coaching as his next profession. He helped Italian side Spezia Calcio avoid relegation from Serie A in the 2021–2022 season. However, PSG want a more renowned coach who can take the club to the next level.
Major Success:
N/A
Thomas Tuchel
Thomas Tuchel was sacked as PSG manager in January 2021. Within three weeks, Tuchel replaced Frank Lampard as Chelsea manager. In the same season, Tuchel guided Chelsea to win their second UEFA Champions League trophy. If they fail to attract other options, PSG may turn their attention to bringing Thomas once again to the club.
Major Success:
DFB-Pokal (2017), Ligue 1 (2019.2020), UEFA Champions League (2021).
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Antonio Conte
Antonio Conte did a great job with Tottenham Hotspur in the 2021–2022 season, helping his side to finish fourth in the Premier League points table. Conte is a renowned coach who has had notable success with some of the big clubs in Europe. This Italian mastermind is PSG’s one major target to replace Pochettino.
Major Success:
Serie A (2012, 2013, 2014, 2021), Premier League (2017)
Jose Mourinho
Mourinho is regarded as one of the world's best coaches in the last twenty years. He has won Champions League titles with Inter Milan and Porto. In addition, Mourinho has had notable domestic success with multiple European giants. Recently, he won the inaugural edition of the UEFA Europa Conference League with AS Roma. PSG could consider Mourinho as a good option to replace Pochettino.
Major Success:
Primeira Liga (2003, 2004), Premier League (2005,2006,2015), Serie A (2009,2010), La Liga (2012), UEFA Europa League (2017), UEFA Europa Conference League (2022), UEFA Champions League (2004,2010).
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Zinedine Zidane
PSG’s number one target to replace Mauricio Pochettino is Zinedine Zidane. The former French international will be a perfect fit for the role as he has won UCL multiple times and can manage egos in the dressing room. One of the biggest obstacles to bringing Zidane to PSG is that he is from Marseille and supports the club.
Besides, Marseille is a direct rival of PSG. However, recent reports suggest that Paris Saint-Germain are very close to signing Zinedine Zidane as French President Emmanuel Macron has requested him to join the club.
Major Success:
La Liga (2017,2020), UEFA Champions League (2016, 2017, 2018).
Verdict
Mauricio Pochettino's ability to manage superstar footballers such as Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappe, and Neymar has been questioned. When the opponent is on the attack, neither player is reluctant to back to the defense line. In modern football, all players must defend in order to increase defensive cohesion. Aside from that, his tactical adjustments in key games for PSG haven't worked out. This is why his team was unable to go past the knockout stages in both the 2021 and 2022 Champions Leagues.
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PSG are currently on the hunt for someone who has success in the Champions League. With this in mind, the former Real Madrid head coach Zinedine Zidane may be an excellent choice for the job. As a Real Madrid manager, he has won the Champions League three times. On the whole, Antonio Conte, Joachim Low, Thiago Motta, Thomas Tuchel, and Jose Mourinho all are eligible to bring stability in Paris Saint-Germain club as a replacement of Mauricio Pochettino. Let's see, who can finally become PSG's next head coach.
2 years ago
PSG vs Nantes: Messi stole the spotlight scoring maiden league goal for Paris Saint-Germain
10-man Paris Saint-Germain defeated Nantes on Saturday (November 20) in a Ligue 1 match at Parc des Princes, extending their lead in the standings. PSG now have a 12-point advantage over Rennes in the league table. This was also a landmark match for Lionel Messi, who scored his first goal in Ligue 1 for the Parisians. In fact, Messi was directly involved in two goals and had a key role in the game's outcome. The match report of PSG vs Nantes is discussed in this article.
Match Report: PSG vs Nantes
Lionel Messi has been criticized for not putting up his typical masterful performance for PSG. He had a couple of good outings prior to this match, and Paris fans had seen his brilliance in those matches. Besides that, Messi has been quiet for his new team this season. Thankfully, he delivered against Nantes on Saturday, boosting his confidence for future matches.
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PSG did not have to wait long to score their opening goal of the game. A long-range effort from Kylian Mbappe was deflected into the net by a Nantes defender. Within two minutes, the host had taken the lead in the contest. PSG failed to score a second goal in the first half and had to be content with a 1-0 lead despite increasing their attacks on the opposition defense.
The Parisians were more aggressive towards the opposing half from the start of the second half. Every time the magical trio of Lionel Messi, Neymar, and Mbappe went forward, they frightened the Nantes defenders. Instead of scoring a second goal, PSG were down to ten men as goalkeeper Keylor Navas was sent off for a reckless tackle on Ludovic Blas right outside the D-box area.
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Nantes took advantage of the situation and discarded the lead courtesy of a goal by Kolo Muani in the 76th minute. There were a few worrisome moments in the PSG dugout, but it only took five minutes to extend the lead. When Nantes defender Dennis Appiah tried to intercept Messi's through pass, it went straight into the net.
Six minutes later, Lionel Messi scored his first Ligue 1 goal for PSG. His left-footed strike from outside the D-box went into the bottom left corner of the net, assisted by Kylian Mbappe. Paris Saint-Germain now have 37 points from 14 games with a 3-1 victory against Nantes.
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3 years ago
Lionel Messi or Cristiano Ronaldo: Who made the strongest start with the new clubs?
Following the news that Lionel Messi would be leaving Barcelona after 21 years, all of Europe's big teams contacted his representative to make inquiries about signing him. He ended up signing a three-year contract with PSG. On the other side, Cristiano Ronaldo wanted to leave Juventus for a new challenge after Messi's surprising move to Paris Saint-Germain. He was finally signed by Manchester United in the summer 2021 transfer deadline. Let's take a look at how Messi and Ronaldo have performed so far this season for their respective clubs.
Lionel Messi's Season up to this point for PSG
Lionel Messi picked no. 30 as his PSG jersey number, the same number he wore for FC Barcelona when he made his senior debut in 2004. Messi made his PSG debut on August 29 against Reims in Ligue 1 after an almost three-week wait. He was brought on as a substitute in the second half. Leo made his home debut against Olympic Lyon On September 19, and on September 15, he made his UEFA Champions League debut against Club Brugge.
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Messi had to wait a month for PSG to score his first goal. He scored his debut goal against Manchester City at Parc des Princes on September 28. Messi made his customary run into the opposition half, played a one-two with Kylian Mbappe, and then blasted a superb finish to the top left corner. Lionel Messi has appeared in eight matches and scored three goals as of October 31. Mauricio Pochettino is trying to adjust his formation to get the best out of Messi, who has yet to show his true potential with Paris Saint-Germain.
Cristiano Ronaldo's performance in Manchester United
Cristiano Ronaldo has been given the iconic number 7 shirt to wear in his second stint at Manchester United. Ronaldo played his first game of the season against Newcastle United on September 11. He scored a brace in his debut match. Cristiano scored a late winner in a vital UEFA Champions League group stage match against Villarreal on September 29. Manchester United won the contest by 2-1. He also came out as a rescue for the Red Devils in their most recent Champions League match against Atalanta. His 83rd-minute header secured a dramatic 3-2 win over Atalanta.
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Cristiano Ronaldo has now more focus on scoring goals, that’s why he has become a penalty box forward over the last three seasons. Overall, he has scored 7 goals in 10 appearances for Manchester United thus far. Ronaldo is manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's main striker, and so far he has done a good job as no.9.
Way Forward
The football world was shocked when Lionel Messi signed a contract with PSG in the last summer transfer window. However, his performance for Paris Saint-Germain hasn't been up to the mark so far. The diminutive Argentine has struggled to adjust to the new system, and experts think he will require more time to bond with his new teammates.
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On the other hand, the Portuguese superstar Ronaldo has enjoyed a good start with Manchester United. He has already had an impact on the team. The charismatic forward has aided Manchester United in securing a number of dramatic victories. In that perspective, Cristiano Ronaldo has gotten off to a better start with his new club than Lionel Messi.
3 years ago
Metz vs. PSG Match Preview: Will Lionel Messi Start?
Lionel Messi's life in Paris is going to be more complicated than expected after three outings and still without a goal. Messi looked perplexed when he was taken off in the 75th minute of a league match against Olympique Lyon on Sunday (September 19). Mauricio Pochettino clarified his stance in the post-match press conference. According to his remark, Messi has a slight injury and he did not want to risk him. PSG's next league encounter is on Wednesday (September 22) against Metz. Will Lionel Messi start this match for PSG? The match preview of Metz vs. PSG is discussed in this article.
Probable Team Lineups: Metz vs. PSG
A good number of Metz players are injured, and three of them will miss the rest of the season. So, they are concerned about picking the best starting XI for this matchup.
Probable Playing XI (Metz): Alexandre Oukidja (GK), Kiki Kouyate, Dylan Bronn, Matthieu Udol, Fabien Centonze, Habib Maiga, Pape Sarr, Pape Ndiaga Yade, Lamine Gueye, Farid Boulaya, Ibrahima Niane
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Aside from Lionel Messi's knee issue, Paris-Saint-Germain have a long list of injuries to worry about. A number of PSG's key players were ruled out of the match against Metz due to injuries. The Italian midfielder Marco Verratti, regular captain Marquinhos, Brazilian Rafinha, Costa Rican goalkeeper Keylor Navas, Spanish left-back Juan Bernat all will miss this fixture. However, the absence of those players will not make PSG's team any weaker than their opponent. They have enough depth in their squad to deploy a solid starting lineup against Metz.
Probable Playing XI (PSG): Gianluigi Donnarumma (GK), Achraf Hakimi, Presnel Kimpembe, Thilo Kehrer, Nuno Mendes, Ander Herrera, Georginio Wijnaldum, Leandro Paredes, Ángel Di María, Kylian Mbappe, Neymar
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Head-to-Head: Metz vs. PSG
Both teams have met 34 times in total, with PSG leading the head-to-head battle with 23 victories. On the other hand, Metz have only won six games and five have resulted in a draw.
All of Metz's victories over PSG have come in league matches, while PSG have won a league cup match in addition to 22 league matches.
PSG have won 13 games at Saint-Symphorien, with the remaining 10 triumphs coming at Parc des Princes.
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Prediction: FC Metz vs. Paris-Saint Germain
Paris Saint-Germain are the clear favorite to win the league match against FC Metz on Wednesday (September 22). Metz will have a very slim chance in this match if PSG play to their full potential.
Mauricio Pochettino has a variety of attacking options at his disposal. He could go all-in against the home team. If not, he may choose to play it safe and try to finish the game as quickly as possible. If Messi plays, PSG's best option will be a 4-3-3 formation. However, if Messi is rested, PSG may opt for a 4-2-3-1 system with Neymar upfront.
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On the other hand, FC Metz can only hope to save this match. So, they may use a 5-3-2 formation to strengthen the defensive line. Metz's main goal would be to block PSG's attack and fight till the end for a glorious draw.
Prediction: Metz 1 – 4 PSG
Verdict
With or without Lionel Messi, Paris Saint-Germain are the favorite in the Metz vs. PSG match. Because Metz are currently in the bottom position in the points table with three points from six games, while PSG are in the first position with a perfect record after six matches. They have enough strength in the squad to overcome Metz even if their best players are rested. Metz will be sorely tested at home in order to avoid a humiliating defeat. Things might become even worse for the host team if Lionel Messi does indeed play for PSG in this match.
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3 years ago
Lionel Messi signs 2-year contract with Paris Saint-Germain
Lionel Messi finally signed his eagerly anticipated Paris Saint-Germain contract on Tuesday night to complete the move that confirms the end of a career-long association with Barcelona and sends PSG into a new era.
The French club said in a statement that the 34-year-old Argentina star signed a two-year deal with the option for a third season.
“I am excited to begin a new chapter of my career at Paris Saint-Germain,” Messi said. “Everything about the club matches my football ambitions. I know how talented the squad and the coaching staff are here. I am determined to help build something special for the club and the fans, and I am looking forward to stepping out onto the pitch at the Parc des Princes.”
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No salary details were given, but a person with knowledge of the negotiations earlier told The Associated Press that Messi is set to earn around 35 million euros ($41 million) net annually. The person said on condition of anonymity before the contract was signed.
“I am delighted that Lionel Messi has chosen to join Paris Saint-Germain and we are proud to welcome him and his family to Paris,” PSG chairman Nasser Al-Khelaifi said. “He has made no secret of his desire to continue competing at the very highest level and winning trophies, and naturally our ambition as a club is to do the same.”
It is symbolic that Messi will wear the No. 30 jersey — the same number he wore in his first two seasons with Barcelona before switching to No. 19 and then the prized No. 10, which Neymar gets to keep at PSG.
Throngs of PSG fans gathered at Le Bourget Airport in Paris to welcome Messi, who was wearing a T-shirt featuring “Ici c’est Paris” — “This is Paris.”
The words are a long-familiar refrain from a favored fan chant at Parc des Princes stadium, where Messi is to be presented to them before kickoff of Saturday night’s game against Strasbourg.
Such was the fervor of his arrival that police had to push back to stop metal barriers from toppling over at the airport as fans surged forward to get a better view. He then traveled into Paris with a police escort that included several officers on motorbikes and clad in black at the back of it.
As disbelief at landing one of soccer’s all-time greats turned to sheer enthusiasm, many gathered for a glimpse of Messi at the stadium. They got their wish as the smiling superstar briefly waved to them before he underwent a medical check.
Earlier, Messi’s father and agent, Jorge, had also confirmed his son was moving to PSG in a brief exchange with reporters at Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat Airport before he took his flight in the early afternoon.
Messi arrived with his wife and three children and boarded a private jet.
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“With it all, toward a new adventure. The five together,” Antonela Roccuzzo said on Instagram alongside a photo with her husband on the plane.
PSG supporters have seen their club transformed over the last decade since the influx of Qatari sovereign wealth investment linked to the emir. Once Messi’s Barcelona contract expired — and the Catalan club was unable to afford to keep him — PSG was one of the few clubs that could finance a deal to sign the six-time world player of the year.
Messi’s arrival gives PSG formidable attacking options as he links up with France World Cup winner Kylian Mbappe and Brazil forward Neymar.
“Back together,” Neymar posted on Instagram over a video of them hugging, playing for Barcelona.
While PSG had to pay 222 million euros (then $261 million) to sign Neymar from Barcelona in 2017, there was no transfer fee for Messi.
Messi became the most desired free agent in soccer history after his attempts to stay at Barcelona were rejected last week by the Spanish league because the salary would not comply with financial regulations, with the Catalan club burdened by debts of more than 1.2 billion euros ($1.4 billion).
PSG coach Mauricio Pochettino quickly made contact with his fellow Argentine after Barcelona announced last Thursday that Messi would be leaving the club he joined as a 13-year-old.
Messi won every major honor with Barcelona and was granted a tearful exit news conference on Sunday to signal the end of an era. Only Cristiano Ronaldo in the current era challenges Messi’s status as an all-time great.
PSG will be hoping not only that Messi helps the team regain the French title it lost to Lille last season but finally win the Champions League.
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If Pochettino uses a 4-3-3 formation, the front three could see Messi deployed on the right with Neymar on the left and Mbappe between them as the center forward.
The quandary for Pochettino would be how to use Angel Di Maria, whose goal sealed the Copa America title last month, and another Argentine attacker — Mauro Icardi. It’s a tactical challenge most coaches would relish, with a 4-2-3-1 or 3-5-2 also in the mix to accommodate the attacking talents available.
What should be less demanding is PSG complying with UEFA’s Financial Fair Play. Some flexibility has been provided in the rules due to the pandemic and changes are due to the system that were designed to stem losses. It is PSG president Al-Khelaifi who, as chairman of the European Club Association and a member of UEFA’s executive committee, is involved in the process of discussing a wider update to FFP that could allow more unchecked spending again.
3 years ago
European Football Season 2020-21: Individual Award Winners
The European football season 2020-2021 has come to a close. Several star footballers emerged across Europe last season. Also, the majority of the world's finest footballers contributed to their teams' success. Usually, the top performers of the champion teams are picked for the best player awards and the expected players won trophies in the European football season 2020-2021.
Award-winning footballers of 2020-2021 European season
Let's take a look at the award-winning footballers from the top five European leagues – the English Premier League, Italian Serie A, Bundesliga, and French League.
English Premier League award winners
We saw a superb contest between Premier League clubs until the middle of the season. However, Manchester City turned their fortunes around with a 15-game winning streak and eventually won the Premier League for the fifth time and the third time in the past four seasons.
Belgian midfielder Kevin de Bruyne was Man City's most important player last season. He scored 10 goals in 40 appearances for the Citizens and earned his second consecutive PFA Player of the Year award. Before that, only Arsenal's Thierry Henry and Manchester United's Cristiano Ronaldo won two players of the year awards in a row. Meanwhile, Manchester City's defender Ruben Dias earned the Premier League Player of the season 2020-2021 award.
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Premier League award winners
Player of the Season: Ruben Dias (Manchester City)
Young Player of the Season: Phil Foden (Manchester City)
Goal of the Season: Erik Lamela (Tottenham)
Manager of the Season: Pep Guardiola (Manchester City)
Italian Serie A award winners
Inter Milan won the Serie A title for the first time in 11 years while Juventas failed to win it for the first time in ten years. Belgian striker RomeluLukaku was the most important player for Inter Milan. He scored 24 goals for the Nerazzurri to help them win the league for the 19th time.
Portuguese superstar Cristiano Ronaldo and AC Milan goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma also won awards.
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Italian Serie A award winners
Most Valuable Player: Belgium RomeluLukaku (Internazionale)
Best Striker: Cristiano Ronaldo (Juventus)
Best Midfielder: NicolòBarella (Internazionale)
Best Defender: Cristian Romero (Atalanta)
Best Goalkeeper: Gianluigi Donnarumma (Milan)
Best Young Player: DušanVlahovic (Fiorentina)
Winners in Bundesliga
Bayern Munich striker Robert Lewandowski received the player of the season award, breaking Gerd Muller's record of most goals in a season. The Polish striker scored 42 goals in only 29 games for the Bavarians, helping them win the German Bundesliga for the 31st time.
Lewandowski won the award for the fifth and second seasons in a row. Dortmund's English midfielder Jude Bellingham was named the Silver Arrow award winner for the best young player.
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Ligue 1 award winners
Paris Saint-Germain striker KylianMbappé has won the Ligue 1 player of the year award for the second year in a row despite failing to win a major trophy last season. Lillie won the French league title in 2020-2021. However, only two Lillie players made the cut in the team of the season.
PSG's KylianMbappé had a fantastic season, scoring 42 goals in 47 games. Meanwhile, Mbappé's teammate Keylor Navas was named the best goalkeeper of the year following another outstanding season with the club.
Bottom Line
Some new players emerged in addition to the well-known ones at the end of the European football season 2020-2021. The Messi-Ronaldo era is coming to an end. So, stars like KylianMbappé andErlingHaalandwill have to fill the void. Also, the major teams were not very active on the transfer market last year because of Covid-19. So, the big teams did not perform the way they had hoped to and they are likely to be more active in the transfer market this year to make the 2021-2022 season more competitive.
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3 years ago