Seattle-PSG: Doué's activity, Ferreira does not punish Donnarumma... the highs and lows

TOPS

He didn't play his best game of the season. Far from it. But unlike his generally lackluster performance against Atlético Madrid (4-0) , Désiré Doué had the merit of energizing the Parisian attack in the first half on Monday, during the 2-0 victory over Seattle . Available for his teammates, and author of a beautiful strike on the first opportunity of the match, the player trained at Rennes provoked a lot with the ball at his feet. Not enough of a killer at the end of a good move at the start of the second half, he made up for it by perfectly setting up Barcola for the second Parisian goal.

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Coming on during the second half, replacing Kvaratskhelia, Bradley Barcola immediately brought a great deal of energy to the Parisian left wing. The former Lyon player, threatening with his first ball, caused problems for the Sounders defense. And it didn't take long to prove decisive, on PSG's second goal. He took the information perfectly in the box before serving Hakimi on a plate. The French international seems physically fit and is a logical candidate for a starting spot in the round of 16.

Achraf Hakimi strikes again. Never troubled defensively, the Moroccan full-back delivered a fine performance on his flank, particularly in the second half. Clumsy on a great opportunity before the break, he finally got his sights on the ball at the perfect moment, as PSG pushed for safety. Played in by Barcola in the box, he took his time controlling the ball and beating Frei, with the composure of a true box-line fox. As indispensable as ever.

FLOPS

Not up to scratch. In a tough and highly contested Group B between the top three, Seattle never believed they could qualify. Three defeats in as many matches for the Sounders, valiant but far too limited. This was reflected in their performance today. After a strong start and unexpected pressure on the European champions' defense, Brian Schmetzer's players ceased to exist in the game as soon as the Parisians reacted and got their hands on the ball. The MLS team then simply submitted to the law of a clearly superior PSG. Without ever forcing it.

PSG, the logical winners, nevertheless gave themselves a serious scare in the first half. In a move that must have revived painful memories for the Parisian fans. Gianluigi Donnarumma, cut back in his box, took a huge risk with his clearance and sent the ball straight to Jesus Ferreira. The Colombian-American striker found himself in an excellent position, but he rushed too much, and his shot went well over the empty net. Paris was in a tight spot, and thereafter, they didn't let anything get through defensively.