Verratti, striker in (almost) unknown territory

FOCUS – Brilliant against Reims (4-0) on Sunday, the 29-year-old Italian surprised his world by scoring his first goal since… 2019.

It was a small event that took place on Sunday evening, on the lawn of the Parc des Princes. While Parisians and Rémois were preparing to complete a soporific first period, with a dominating but not dangerous PSG, and a Stade de Reims waiting for counterattacks, Marco Verratti warmed up the atmosphere. Which Verratti did not ask any questions when resuming, from the left please, a blocked shot from Mauro Icardi. Incoming post, string, 1-0 (44th).

The first bit, before a stroll by the 2020 European vice-champions in the second half (4-0 victory), in this closing poster for the 22nd day of Ligue 1.I think we had a good game. Overall I am satisfied“, commented Mauricio Pochettino, delighted with the goal of his number 6. “It’s good that he scored, it’s always good for players who are not used to it. It’s good that he can add that to his game“, he added after this match with two faces which saw his team consolidate…

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