PSG v Angers: Ruiz shines, missed chances and pitch woes – highs & lows | OneFootball

This Friday evening, Paris Saint-Germain secured a 1-0 victory (video summary PSG/Angers) against Angers as part of the 2nd day of Ligue 1 2025-2026 at the Parc des Princes. Here are the highlights and lowlights of this victory.

Tops –

❤️ Consistent control.

We'll see how well PSG manages to maintain the pace throughout the season in this particularly challenging sequence with the Club World Cup, but at least we see a team that continues with its well-constructed collective and is fueled by everyone's energy. It's very positive for the future, as this European champion PSG doesn't seem to be thinking about relaxing.

Fabian Ruiz decisive.

Long criticized during his time at PSG, Ruiz has finally reminded us that he truly belongs at the highest level. Notably in his contribution to the game, with vision and technical quality. But decisive actions matter, of course. His goal secures the win and can only do him good.

Flops –

😡 Missed shots.

We'll discuss it later, the pitch doesn't help. But still, PSG struggled to aim at the goal in this match. It's quite unfortunate with such domination. It's frustrating, as it was against Nantes, because there's a lack of efficiency that prevents the team from being "comfortable" in matches. Nothing serious, but it's the annoying point in an otherwise very smooth game.

The pitch.

It happens, with summer conditions sometimes not helping, but it's quite sad to see the Parc des Princes pitch in such a state. This also doesn't help in playing in tight spaces and aiming accurately. We trust Jonathan Calderwood and his team to fix this by the next match, after the international break in early September.

Another missed penalty.

After 2 misses by Vitinha, it was Ousmane Dembélé's turn to try. But he missed the target. Again, it happens. But it's troublesome, with a small doubt that can start to creep in. Especially since the number 10 hasn't scored yet this season. It's best to dispel any negative thoughts as quickly as possible.

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