Football/ Champions League: PSG Criticized, Brest Surprises in Champions League

In the world of European football, PSG’s recent Champions League defeat against Arsenal has drawn sharp criticism from the press, while Brest continues to surprise everyone with their remarkable performances.

 

Meanwhile, the managerial situation at Manchester United is increasingly uncertain, with rumors swirling around Ruud van Nistelrooy as a potential successor to Erik ten Hag.

 

Here’s a look at the latest developments making headlines.

PSG under Fire after Arsenal defeat

Paris Saint-Germain’s 2-0 loss to Arsenal in the Champions League has triggered an outpouring of harsh reactions from the European press.

 

British newspaper Daily Mail didn’t mince words, calling it a “French Kiss” to describe PSG’s failure to break down Arsenal’s solid defense.

 

Meanwhile, French outlet L’Equipe reflected the mood with the headline “Paris in the Blues,” hinting at the ongoing struggles within the team.

 

Le Parisien echoed these sentiments, focusing on a side that still feels incomplete, particularly pointing to Donnarumma’s costly error and Dembélé’s missed opportunities.

 

Across the Channel, The Daily Mirror summarized the defeat with, “Arsenal sank Paris,” while Chelsea icon Frank Lampard added to the criticism, calling the match a “lesson” for the Parisians from a well-drilled Arsenal side.

Brest defies expectations in Champions League

While PSG falters, Brest has emerged as one of the surprise packages of the Champions League this season.

 

Their latest triumph, a stunning 4-0 win over RB Salzburg, has propelled them into second place in their group.

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L’Equipe was full of praise, with the headline “Brest, It’s the Breizhil,” a nod to the club’s impressive European journey.

 

This victory comes hot on the heels of a disappointing domestic loss to Auxerre, where Brest fell 3-0, but they more than made up for it on the European stage.

 

Their performance against the Austrian champions, who are no strangers to Champions League football, underscores just how far Brest has come since their days in Ligue 2 as recently as the 2018-2019 season.

 

Van Nistelrooy tipped to replace Ten Hag at Manchester United

At Manchester United, Erik ten Hag’s future is hanging in the balance after a humiliating defeat to Tottenham. The pressure is building, with the Manchester Evening News reporting that Ten Hag has only two games to secure his position.

 

Should the Dutchman fail to turn things around, players are said to favor Ruud van Nistelrooy, currently serving as Ten Hag’s assistant, to take the reins.

 

Van Nistelrooy is believed to have strong backing from both the squad and the fans.

 

Other names being considered for the role include Simone Inzaghi and Gareth Southgate, but Van Nistelrooy seems to be the preferred candidate if the club decides to make a change.

 

As these stories unfold, PSG faces mounting criticism, Brest continues to impress, and Manchester United grapples with a potential managerial shake-up. The drama across European football shows no signs of slowing down.

 

Source: Footmercato

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