Donnarumma jokes abound after Chevalier howler on PSG debut | OneFootball

Lucas Chevalier’s howler in the UEFA Super Cup against Tottenham prompted PSG fans to worry they will regret forcing Gianluigi Donnarumma out.

Inevitably, the decision to freeze out hero of the Champions League campaign Donnarumma in favour of Chevalier poured extra pressure on the new goalkeeper.

On his debut, he saw Palhinha’s effort come off the bar with Micky van de Ven ready to turn in the rebound.

UDINE, ITALY – AUGUST 13: Marquinhos, Lucas Chevalier and Willian Pacho of Paris Saint-Germain line up prior to the UEFA Super Cup 2025 match between Paris Saint-Germain and Tottenham Hotspur at Stadio Friuli on August 13, 2025 in Udine, Italy. (Photo by Francesco Scaccianoce/Getty Images)

Far worse was the second goal, as Cuti Romero’s diving header on a Pedro Porro free kick found Chevalier totally unprepared, the finish bending back his gloves to loop into the empty net.

Chevalier comparison to Donnarumma doesn’t start well

It was a real howler from the €40m plus bonuses purchase and did not go unnoticed by PSG fans who felt Donnarumma was harshly treated.

The error was followed by numerous jokes on social media with supporters pointing out Donnarumma was probably at home chuckling as he watched his replacement struggle so badly.

Many more pointed out the Italian “would’ve saved that easily” and while he may not have the skills with the ball at his feet that Chevalier might command, he is still perhaps the best shot-stopper in the game right now.