2022, Paris to the power of 10!

During the summer of 2021, Paris Saint-Germain was the centre of attention, and for good reason: during the transfer window, Gianluigi Donnarumma, Achraf Hakimi, Georginio Wijnaldum, Sergio Ramos, Nuno Mendes and above all Lionel Messi arrived in the capital. A six-star recruitment drive that captured the world's imagination and helped Paris to win the 10th championship title in its history without trembling. An historic tenth title that bears the seal of Kylian Mbappé, crowned both top scorer and assists leader in Ligue 1.

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The match

Leaders of Ligue 1 from the third day of the championship, Paris Saint-Germain were on their own throughout the season, leaving nothing but scraps for their rivals.

As a result, the Parisians were crowned Champions of France on Matchday 34.

Against Lens at the Parc des Princes, Les Rouge et Bleu had to be satisfied with a draw, as Corentin Jean answered Lionel Messi's strike. A pity, but not a serious issue because one point was enough for Marquinhos and his teammates to secure the tenth title in the history of the club.

Paris thus joined Saint-Etienne at the top of the list of the most successful clubs in the history of the Championship.

The player

At just 23 years of age, Kylian Mbappé has definitely established himself as Paris Saint-Germain's number one offensive weapon.

The player most used by Mauricio Pochettino in Ligue 1 (35 games out of 38 possible), the Parisian no 7 had an amazing season.

With 28 goals to his name, he finished the season as top scorer in Ligue 1 for the fourth consecutive season.

But that's not all: with 17 goals cooked up for his teammates, he also finished the season at the top of the assists ranking. An unprecedented double in the history of French football that confirms that Kylian Mbappé is indeed a unique player.

The image

On Saturday 14 August 2021, the eyes of the entire football world were riveted on the Parc des Princes. On the sidelines of the visit of Strasbourg for Ligue 1's Matchday 2, Paris Saint-Germain officially presented its major recruits of the summer.

Achraf Hakim, Georginio Wijnaldum, Gianluigi Donnarumma, Sergio Ramos and, of course, Lionel Messi were all cheered on by the Parc des Princes, which was in full view of the world's media.

The number

Lionel Messi's first season at Paris Saint-Germain has been more than satisfactory in statistical terms.

But it could have been excellent if the Argentine had not hit the woodwork so often! Over the course of the league season, the seven-time golden ball winner hit the post no fewer than 11 times - a record in the French championship (that he could well have done without).

The anecdote

In Paris on November 29, 2021 Lionel Messi received the seventh Golden Ball of his career.

At the same time, he became the first player to receive the prestigious distinction in a Parisian shirt.

In December 1995, George Weah won the award for his exploits in the red and blue shirt during the 94-95 season, but the Liberian received his trophy at the San Siro since he was transferred to AC Milan in the summer of 1995.

The goal

Kylian Mbappé vs Clermont on 9 April 2022 - Matchday 31

On the pitch of the Gabriel Montpied stadium, Paris Saint-Germain offered a real attacking masterclass. Against Clermont, the Parisians won six goals to one.

A victory with style, marked by the trio of Messi - Neymar - Mbappé.

In the 19th minute, the three men gave the Clermont defence a run for its money and Kylian Mbappé scored one of the goals of the year after a magical three-way play.

The statement

« I have spent five extraordinary years here and as I thought for a long time, my time here was not over. My story was not over. Be it collectively or individually, I still have a lot to do here. It's a club that doesn't leave you indifferent. Whether you love or hate it, Paris Saint-Germain never leaves you indifferent. That's what makes the big clubs strong, and you can't miss PSG. The truth is that people like to watch PSG, and it is a pleasure to play at PSG. So from that moment on we have to enjoy the good fortune that allows us to play here, try to give a maximum of pleasure to the people and - and enjoy ourselves too.  »