PSG Talking

Last week was the climax of Paris Saint-Germain's season, and unlike an M. Night Shyamalan film, there was no surprise ending or twist. Just the same old PSG crashing out of the UEFA Champions League without barely a fight. On this episode of PSG Talking, I'm joined once again by Ethan from PSG Fan Club Boise to discuss the loss to Bayern Munich, the ripple effects from the result of the tie, and recap last-minute win on the road against Stade Brestois 29. Up first, we get into PSG's defeat at the Allianz Arena, where they crashed out of the UEFA Champions League in the Round of 16 for the second-consecutive year. We discuss Marquinhos' injury and whether he should have started the match, why PSG's bench lacks quality, why PSG can't elevate their performance when it's needed most, and what long-lasting impacts this result could have on the club. Ethan has been vocal on social media that he wants new ownership at PSG. He shares his reasons why and explains the type of owner he would prefer. The second half of the show is all about the win over Brest. We both expected PSG to lose this match, considering the letdown against Bayern. Still, Lionel Messi and Kylian Mbappé carried the club to victory in the dying moments of the match. We share what we liked, and didn't like about this fixture. Other topics we cover include PSG's upcoming fixture list and whether Renato Sanches has a part to play for PSG next season. As always, thank you for listening, and be sure to subscribe and rate the show wherever you download your podcasts. We’re also on Discord! Become a Super Follower on Twitter to gain access to our server and join PSG fans from around the world.

What other team-focused football podcast can the hosts talk about a player being indicted, a club president under investigation for kidnapping, and a controversial late-night McDonald's run? You get all that and more on the latest PSG Talking podcast. On this drama-filled episode of PSG Talking, I'm joined by Ethan of PSG Talk Fan Club Boise to discuss PSG's recent results and look ahead to the return leg against Bayern Munich in the UEFA Champions League. Up first, we catch up with Ethan who was at the Parc des Princes for PSG's 1-0 loss to Bayern and Lionel Messi's thrilling stoppage-time winner against Lille OSC. We get a glimpse into what the atmosphere was like for both matches and drill down into what went wrong for PSG against Bayern. PSG's most recent match was a convincing 3-0 win over rivals Olympique de Marseille at the Orange Vélodrome. It was a masterful performance from Kylian Mbappé and Messi, but is it a performance supporters can expect moving forward now that we've seen Marseille fall on hard times as of late? Should Christophe Galtier play the same lineup from this match against Bayern, or should he change things up? Two players who won't be making an appearance in Germany are Neymar Jr. and Presnel Kimpembe. The Brazilian is once again injured for the business end of PSG's season and Kimpembe's achilles tendon injury, suffered in the Marseille match, will keep him out for nearly the remainder of his contract (June 2024). We debate whether or not PSG should keep these players or look to sell this summer. Off the pitch, PSG is dealing with legal issues concerning right-back Achraf Hakimi and president, Nasser Al-Khelaifi. Hakimi has been accused of rape, while Al-Khelaifi has been the subject of a "kidnapping and torture" investigation in France. While we don't get into the details of each situation, we do question whether the drama is worth it and if the club would be better off under new ownership. The show concludes with our predictions for PSG's trip to the Allianz Arena, whether Messi will resign with PSG, and what impact Qatar's potential investment in Manchester United could have on PSG. As always, thank you for listening, and be sure to subscribe and rate the show wherever you download your podcasts. We’re also on Discord! Become a Super Follower on Twitter to gain access to our server and join PSG fans from around the world.

New year, new podcast! Paris Saint-Germain returned to action following the FIFA World Cup and many supporters are wondering if some fresh faces are needed in the French capital to get the club over the UEFA Champions League hump. On this episode of PSG Talking, I'm joined by Ethan from PSG Fan Club Boise to break down PSG's recent fixtures, discuss potential transfer targets, look ahead at the upcoming schedule, and discuss an oddly scheduled friendly for the club. Up first is the 2-1 win over RC Strasbourg Alsace. There were plenty of talking points in this match at the Parc des Princes, including Marquinhos scoring two goals—one for PSG and one for the visitors—Kylian Mbappé's game-winning goal, and Neymar Jr.'s red card for diving. Prior to the kickoff against Strasbourg, PSG announced Marco Verratti signed a new contract keeping him at the club until 2026. We discuss what it means for a club like PSG to keep so many world-class players in the squad beyond their initial contract. Next, we take on the 3-1 drubbing at RC Lens. Should supporters be worried that PSG came up short on the road facing an atmosphere like the one they'll likely see in the Champions League? Also, could Lens beat PSG to the Ligue 1 title as they sit only four points behind the capital club? Most recently, the youngsters got a chance to shine against LB Châteauroux in the Coupe de France. PSG escaped with a comfortable 3-1 victory and we wonder if Hugo Ekitike could see more playing time in the future. We also discuss the latest media rights in the United States regarding the Coupe de France. The January transfer window is officially open, but as we discuss on the show, it's unlikely PSG will make a big splash. Financial Fair Play will almost certainly keep PSG from bringing in the type of center-back they need to strengthen the defense but could a few player sales fund a star signing? Looking ahead, we wonder when Lionel Messi will return to the starting lineup, whether there's bad blood between Messi and Mbappé, and why in the world PSG would schedule a friendly in Saudi Arabia in the middle of January. As always, thank you for listening, and be sure to subscribe and rate the show wherever you download your podcasts. We’re also on Discord! Become a Super Follower on Twitter to gain access to our server and join PSG fans from around the world.

The calendar has flipped to December and while Paris Saint-Germain isn't in action due to the FIFA World Cup, plenty of PSG players have made headlines in Qatar. On this episode of PSG Talking, I'm once again joined by Ethan from PSG Fan Club Boise to discuss the surprises and disappointments so far in the World Cup and debate whether two participants would be a good fit at PSG. We begin with our surprises of the tournament so far. Several notable nations, such as Belgium, Germany, Mexico, and Uruguay crashed out of the group stage while Achraf Hakimi's Morocco managed to top Group F and advance to the knockout stage. Defending champions, France, entered the tournament with injuries to key players but thus far hasn't let that slow them down. Kylian Mbappé has been the player of the tournament so far and Olivier Giroud became France's all-time leading scorer. Could a date with England prove to be too difficult or can Mbappé lead his nation past a squad full of Premier League stars? Unfortunately, the tournament hasn't been without injuries to PSG players. Nuno Mendes went down for Portugal and Neymar Jr. injured his ankle in Brazil's first match against Serbia. With news that Neymar could play in the Round of 16, we question whether he's fully healthy or if he's risking further injury by coming back too soon. The show concludes with some transfer speculation. We discuss one player in particular who has caught our eye at the tournament and would be a good fit at PSG and debate whether Cristiano Ronaldo and Adrien Rabiot should be transfer targets in the near future. As always, thank you for listening, and be sure to subscribe and rate the show wherever you download your podcasts. We’re also on Discord! Become a Super Follower on Twitter to gain access to our server and join PSG fans from around the world.

An unprecedented pause to the season has allowed Paris Saint-Germain supporters to evaluate the squad's first-half performance and look ahead to what is expected to be an unpredictable FIFA World Cup. On this episode of PSG Talking, I'm joined by Ethan, the president of PSG Fan Club Boise, to discuss the club's unbeaten run to start the season and talk a little World Cup. Up first, it's PSG who holds a comfortable lead at the top of the Ligue 1 table, but was unlucky to finish second behind SL Benfica in the group stage of the UEFA Champions League. We debate who PSG's best player has been and call out a few players who have been far from their best. There's also been plenty of drama with PSG this season. We give our thoughts on penaltygate that took place early in the season and the news that Kylian Mbappé apparently wants to leave as soon as possible. We wrap up our PSG discussion by predicting how far Christophe Galtier can lead PSG in the Champions League. Can he navigate PSG past FC Bayern Munich in the Round of 16 and potentially reach the final? The second half of the podcast is all about the World Cup. All eyes will be on Brazil's Neymar Jr. and Argentina's Lionel Messi and we predict which PSG superstar will lead his team to the final. We also comment on the fact that Mbappé is the only PSG player on France's squad following Presnel Kimpembe's unfortunate departure due to injury. We conclude the show by picking our surprises for the tournament and whether Qatar will sell Paris Saint-Germain after the World Cup. As always, thank you for listening, and be sure to subscribe and rate the show wherever you download your podcasts. We’re also on Discord! Become a Super Follower on Twitter to gain access to our server and join PSG fans from around the world.

After a stellar start to the 2022-23 season, things have started to fall off the rails at Paris Saint-Germain both on and off the pitch. On this episode of PSG Talking, Tyrone Taylor hosts, and he's joined by Jon Olangi and James Carter to break down several hot-button topics including the news that Kylian Mbappé wants out at PSG. Before getting into the more salacious news, we kick things off with a discussion of PSG's 1-1 draw against SL Benfica on matchday four. Mbappé put PSG up 1-0 in the first half via a penalty, but Christophe Galtier's squad couldn't hold onto the lead and Benfica equalized in the second half. It was the second draw against Benfica for PSG in the span of a week and questions are starting to be asked of the defense and Gianluigi Donnarumma who appears to be incapable of playing the ball out from the back. The conversation then turns to Le Classique where PSG will face their rivals without a full squad. Marseille is within striking distance of PSG in the table and will look to embarrass the capital club in the French capital. For PSG, it's a chance to silence some of their critics and take control of the Ligue 1 title chase. Winning cures all and PSG needs a dominating performance in front of what will be a raucous crowd at the Parc des Princes. Finally, it's the moment you've all been waiting for. Our PSG experts jump head-first into the Mbappé drama. Essentially, hours before PSG's match against Benfica, several outlets across Europe (The Guardian) reported that Mbappé felt betrayed by PSG's leadership and that the club sold him promises that weren't kept. To make matters worse, the reports go on to claim that Mbappé wants to be sold as early as January. If the reports are true, should PSG sell Mbappé as soon as possible to the highest bidder? Or, will PSG do what they did towards the end of Mbappé's last contract and refuse to sell him if an offer comes in? Is the drama worth what Mbappé brings to the team on the pitch? Also, what promises did PSG make that Mbappé feels they didn't deliver? We don't have all the answers and the situation will certainly make for a very interesting season that is only made more complicated by a mid-season FIFA World Cup. As always, thank you for listening, and be sure to subscribe and rate the show wherever you download your podcasts. We’re also on Discord! Become a Super Follower on Twitter to gain access to our server and join PSG fans from around the world.

Paris Saint-Germain has yet to taste defeat this season, but that doesn't mean there isn't always room for improvement. On this episode of PSG Talking, I'm joined by Marc Damon to dissect PSG's summer transfer window and preview the upcoming UEFA Champions League group stage, which kicks off next week against Juventus FC. We begin with the transfer window where PSG signed several players to strengthen the midfield especially, but also the overall depth of the squad. We also discuss the players who left the club and debate why Leonardo, PSG's former sporting director, was unable—or unwilling—to offload players like Julian Draxler and Layvin Kurzawa. One player who didn't leave, but was expected to, was Keylor Navas. Was this a case of no offers coming in for the Costa Rican, or, is this a sign that Christophe Galtier, PSG's manager, may not trust Gianluigi Donnarumma fully? After grading Luis Campos and Antero Henrique on their first transfer window for PSG, we turn our attention to the Champions League. The reigning French champions were drawn into a relatively easy group, but we discuss the challenges that Juventus and Benfica may present for Galtier who is relatively untested in the competition. We conclude the show with some talk about Ligue 1 broadcasting rights in the United States and the current form of Neymar Jr. As always, thank you for listening, and be sure to subscribe and rate the show wherever you download your podcasts. We’re also on Discord! Become a Super Follower on Twitter to gain access to our server and join PSG fans from around the world.

Paris Saint-Germain is already showing noticeable improvements on the pitch this season, but unfortunately, the drama that has embroiled this club since the Qatar Sports Investments takeover still lingers. On this episode of PSG Talking, I'm joined by Marc Damon during PSG's Ligue 1 match against Lille OSC. We spend the entire first half discussing Penaltygate 2.0 and PSG's recent performances on the pitch. We also stop periodically to admire the four goals scored in the opening 45 minutes as well. First, we tackle the drama. Essentially, it boils down to this. Kylian Mbappé wants to be the first choice when it comes to taking penalties at PSG. Unfortunately, the Frenchman might be the third or fourth best penalty taker at the club. Neymar Jr. is clearly better at converting those chances, but following his decision to sign a new contract at PSG, Mbappé does have a more commanding voice regarding the sporting project. We discuss whether Mbappé has a clause in his contract that stipulates he takes all penalties, whether the situation has been overblown, and if Neymar is at fault for taking a penalty against Montpellier after Mbappé missed his chance. We then take a break from the penalty drama and focus on all the good happening on the pitch. Through the first three Ligue 1 matches, the reigning champions have outscored their opponents 17-3. How has Christophe Galtier, aka GOAT-ier, unlocked the potential of this team? Is it Sergio Ramos finally being healthy? The move to a back three? The addition of Vitinha? PSG's world-class full-backs? Ultimately, PSG's start to the season is an indictment on Mauricio Pochettino who fooled people into thinking Lionel Messi was washed up. We wrap up the show by previewing the upcoming UEFA Champions League draw and listing the teams we hope are drawn against PSG. As always, thank you for listening, and be sure to subscribe and rate the show wherever you download your podcasts. We’re also on Discord! Become a Super Follower on Twitter to gain access to our server and join PSG fans from around the world.

Paris Saint-Germain might be having the best offseason of any club in Europe. From Kylian Mbappé signing a new contract until 2025 to new leadership at the club, there are plenty of reasons to be optimistic heading into the 2022-23 season. On this episode of PSG Talking, I'm joined by Stu from Parisian Londoner (Instagram | YouTube) to discuss the many changes at the club that have taken place and what still needs to be done in order to win the coveted UEFA Champions League title. While I am very optimistic about the season and look forward to the squad's new direction under new manager Christophe Galtier, there are reasons to be concerned. The former OGC Nice and Lille OSC manager doesn't have much experience in the Champions League and he's never managed superstars like Kylian Mbappé, Lionel Messi, and Neymar Jr. Up next, we discuss the possibility that Galtier will rely on PSG's talented youth players to fill out the squad and actually give them playing time to show what they can do. We discuss the youth players we're most excited about and how they could help keep PSG afloat with the FIFA World Cup scheduled to interrupt the season. We then turn our attention to PSG's superstars and predict what we might see from Mbappé, Messi, and Neymar Jr. Can the Frenchman take his game to the next level? At 35 years old, is Messi still a regular starter for PSG? And can Neymar rebound from an average season and finally lead PSG to a Champions League title? To wrap up the show, we give our prediction on Galtier's starting lineup and how many trophies PSG will win this season. As always, thank you for listening, and be sure to subscribe and rate the show wherever you download your podcasts. We’re also on Discord! Become a Super Follower on Twitter to gain access to our server and join PSG fans from around the world.

After the conclusion of last season, the deep-rooted issues at Paris Saint-Germain were glaring to most supporters. Now, on the brink of pre-season, many of those issues have surprisingly been addressed and a new era at the club has begun. On this live episode of PSG Talking, recorded via Twitter Spaces, I'm joined by my co-host, Marc Damon, to break down the news of Christophe Galtier officially becoming PSG's manager after the dismissal of Mauricio Pochettino. We discuss his press conference, which included an interesting comment about how "no single player will be above the team." Was that a veiled threat toward some of PSG's superstar players? Galtier, who hails from Marseille, signed a two-year contract with PSG and will need to get to work quickly in what is a unique UEFA World Cup year. We discuss possible formations, what to expect in Ligue 1 play, and whether his inexperience in the UEFA Champions League could come back to haunt the capital club. After Marc and I bloviate for a while, we invite listeners onto the show to share their opinion on Galtier, PSG's new sporting director, Luis Campos, the club's lone signing so far this summer, and so much more. As always, thank you for listening, and be sure to subscribe and rate the show wherever you download your podcasts. We’re also on Discord! Become a Super Follower on Twitter to gain access to our server and join PSG fans from around the world.

The UEFA Champions League final is this weekend, but for Paris Saint-Germain supporters, the biggest trophy was won over the weekend. On this episode of PSG Talking, I'm joined by Ty Taylor, James Teague, and Guillaume Delaporte to discuss to incredible turn of events that led to Kylian Mbappé turning down a chance to play for Real Madrid and instead, signing a new contract with PSG until 2025. We begin the show by asking the panel to share their initial thoughts on Mbappé's decision and what it means for PSG and Ligue 1 to have arguably the best player in the world staying in his home country of France. I also deliver a hot take that Mbappé was never really considering Real Madrid and went out of his way to troll their fans and the Spanish media. Next, I ask the panel why they think Mbappé decided to remain in the French capital. Was his decision based purely on money, as so many in the media have stated, or does he simply have a deep love for his home country and the city where he was born? We also discuss how Real Madrid fans reacted to the news, La Liga's threat to take legal action against PSG, and whether the Spanish champions would ever welcome Mbappé in the future if he wanted to come. While we don't have the official figures and terms of his contract, it's been reported that Mbappé will have a say in the sporting project at PSG. We debate whether this is a good thing for the club considering Neymar Jr. has had similar power in the past and that hasn't led to Champions League glory. Other topics we cover in the podcast include PSG's summer plans, changes in the hierarchy, and whether Mbappé does need to leave the French point at some point in his career to test himself against tougher competition. As always, thank you for listening, and be sure to subscribe and rate the show wherever you download your podcasts. We’re also on Discord! Come join PSG fans from around the world and have your opinion heard.

The end of the season is on the horizon, but as always with Paris Saint-Germain, it's what's happening off the pitch that has football fans around the world buzzing. On this episode of PSG Talking, I'm joined by the creator behind PSG Hub, one of the most popular PSG accounts on Twitter and a go-to source for news about the club for fans around the world. Up first, I ask PSG Hub how the account started and whether he's been surprised by the growth of the account in such a short time. Next, we dive into the latest reports regarding Kylian Mbappé's contract situation. Many believe he is destined to play for Real Madrid, but should PSG supporters hold out hope that their superstar will remain in the French capital? Could political pressure convince him to sign an extension? We also discuss the timing of Mbappé's ultimate decision and whether there is anything that PSG can do to convince him to stay. If he does go to Madrid, PSG Hub and I discuss the potential for failure if Mbappé doesn't live up to the lofty expectations and financial investment made to bring him to Spain. Assuming Mbappé does depart once his contract expires, PSG will have a huge hole to fill in its attack, not to mention the midfield which needs a complete rebuild. PSG Hub and I discuss potential summer transfer targets and whether Zinedine Zidane could replace Mauricio Pochettino as manager. Other topics discussed include a potential shakeup in PSG's hierarchy, the controversial situation surrounding Idrissa Gueye, and what will likely be Angel Di Maria's last match for Paris Saint-Germain. As always, thank you for listening, and be sure to subscribe and rate the show wherever you download your podcasts. We’re also on Discord! Come join PSG fans from around the world and have your opinion heard.

Paris Saint-Germain claimed its tenth Ligue 1 title in club history, but for supporters, this supposed dream season has been a nightmare. On the latest PSG Talking podcast, Ty Taylor hosts and he's joined by French football expert, PSG fan, and CBS Sports Golazo correspondent, Jonathan Johnson, to discuss PSG's season, the unbalanced squad made worse by big-name signings, potential replacements for Mauricio Pochettino, and so much more! Up first, Ty and Jonathan discuss PSG's historic French league victory, in which they tied AS Saint-Étienne for the most ever. Is the title something worth celebrating or has the failure in the UEFA Champions League overshadowed the accomplishment? Next, the duo breaks down PSG's unbalanced squad in which even the signing of Lionel Messi is questioned. Compared to an overdecorated Christmas tree by Jonathan, how could Mauricio Pochettino fail to put out an entertaining product on the pitch with so many stars at his disposal? Speaking of Pochettino, it's almost certain that he will be dismissed after the season and Ty asks Jonathan who could realistically replace him. Zinedine Zidane is a popular choice, but his Marseille roots and desire to manage the France national team may remove him from the running. Could another former player, Thiago Motta, take over for the Argentine? One player who will certainly be watching the managerial situation is Kylian Mbappé, who only has a month left on his contract and has yet to officially announce whether he'll sign an extension and remain in Paris, or leave for Real Madrid. Other topics covered in this episode include whether or not Leonardo, PSG's sporting director, will be dismissed and possible replacements, potential summer transfer targets, and why PSG must focus more on the sporting project and less on marketing opportunities. As always, thank you for listening, and be sure to subscribe and rate the show wherever you download your podcasts. We’re also on Discord! Come join PSG fans from around the world and have your opinion heard.

The season isn't over, but it feels that way for Paris Saint-Germain supporters. The loss to Real Madrid in the UEFA Champions League still stings and the outcome will have a lasting effect on the club for years to come. On this episode of PSG Talking, I'm joined by Lee Davey who was at the Santiago Bernabéu Stadium and witnessed PSG collapse under the pressure and allow Real Madrid to snatch victory from their grasp. We start the episode with Lee sharing his feeling heading into the match and describing the atmosphere around the ground. Despite having a one-goal lead and outplaying Real Madrid, Lee explains why he was still nervous about facing a team that has the ability to turn up the pressure when it matters in the Champions League. The match turned on Gianluigi Donnarumma's mistake, which Karim Benzema capitalized on, but I ask Lee whether he thinks VAR should have overturned the goal. I also get his thoughts on who he thinks is to blame for the loss. Is it Mauricio Pochettino's fault, or, are players like Neymar Jr., Lionel Messi, and Marquinhos to blame? Mbappé was outstanding over the two legs against Madrid, but it wasn't enough and the France international suffered yet another defeat to Los Blancos. I ask Lee whether Mbappé's legacy will be tarnished if he joins a team he couldn't beat and if should be considered a PSG legend. We conclude the show with a discussion about the PSG Ultras jeering the players last week against FC Girondins de Bordeaux at the Parc des Princes and how Lee would fix PSG if he were in charge of the club. Seriously, PSG...Lee and I will fix your problems for shop credit. No salary needed! As always, thank you for listening, and be sure to subscribe and rate the show wherever you download your podcasts. We’re also on Discord! Come join PSG fans from around the world and have your opinion heard.

Just when you think Paris Saint-Germain has turned the corner and their days of embarrassing losses in the UEFA Champions League are over, they come up with a new way to remain the laughing-stock of world football. On this episode of PSG Talking, I'm joined by Tyrone Taylor and Guillaume Delaporte to discuss PSG's 3-1 loss to Real Madrid at the Santiago Bernabéu Stadium, which saw them crash out of the Champions League in the Round of 16. We start the show with our overall thoughts on the shocking defeat and then discuss the first half, where PSG went up 1-0 thanks to Kylian Mbappé, but the cracks were beginning to show. From Neymar Jr.'s lazy passing to Lionel Messi barely moving to Marquinhos' uncharacteristically bad performance, PSG clearly wasn't ready for a Madrid side that was out for blood. The biggest moment in the game came with Gianluigi Donnarumma playing a pass across his own goal that ultimately led to Real Madrid's first score. It was clearly a bad decision from the Italy international, but he was also clearly fouled by Karim Benzema. Should VAR have been used in this situation to overturn the goal and what impact would that have had on the game? The loss to Madrid means so much more than no more Champions League football this season for PSG. It could be what sends Mbappé to Real Madrid this summer and that could spark a complete rebuild, which we all believe is necessary. Everyone from the club president to the manager is on the hot seat and even stars like Messi and Neymar could be on the move before next season. As always, thank you for listening, and be sure to subscribe and rate the show wherever you download your podcasts. We’re also on Discord! Come join PSG fans from around the world and have your opinion heard.

When it comes to Paris Saint-Germain's Ligue 1 and UEFA Champions League performances this season, you couldn't find two bigger polar opposites. This week, the rubber hits the road as the French giants travel to the Santiago Bernabéu Stadium with a spot in the quarter-finals of the European tournament on the line. On this episode of PSG Talking, I join host Tyrone Taylor and long-time contributor James Teague to preview the highly-anticipated match between PSG and Real Madrid and highlight the hottest talking points surrounding the fixture. Up first, we discuss the news that dominated Twitter on Monday morning, which is, of course, the injury Kylian Mbappé sustained in training. At first, it was reported by ESPN that PSG's star player would be a doubt for the match against Real Madrid, and fans on both sides of the aisle took to social media to discuss what it meant for the tie. As the day continued, however, Mbappé's injury was reported to be not as serious as originally thought and that he was likely to feature against Madrid. We discuss the fan reaction, Idrissa Gueye's involvement in the injury, and why Mbappé doesn't wear some kind of bright yellow shirt that signals that he shouldn't be touched at any point in training. Up next, we discuss PSG's latest injury report. Outside of a few players, PSG's squad is fully available to Mauricio Pochettino. One notable name that is absent is former Real Madrid star, Sergio Ramos. Since arriving at PSG last summer, the 35-year-old has only featured in a handful of games and we question if he will make any kind of impact this season. We then turn our attention to Real Madrid's recent form where they are undefeated since losing to PSG in the first leg of the tie. Carlo Ancelotti will be without the services of Ferland Mendy and Casemiro due to suspension and may have a less-than-fit Toni Kroos. Will they be able to ride the emotion of their home supporters and put PSG under pressure, or, will the leadership of Lionel Messi and Neymar Jr. be enough for PSG to withstand the storm? The show then concludes with a few predictions and plans for how we intend to spend our time if the match between PSG and Real Madrid goes into penalty kicks. As always, thank you for listening, and be sure to subscribe and rate the show wherever you download your podcasts. We’re also on Discord! Come join PSG fans from around the world and have your opinion heard.

The stars were out last Tuesday at the Parc des Princes, but it was the biggest star that stepped up and brought Paris Saint-Germain supporters around the world to their feet in celebration. On the latest PSG Talking podcast, Tyrone Taylor hosts and he's joined by fellow contributors Jon Olangi, James Carter, Eduardo Razo, and Guillaume Delaporte to break down every aspect of PSG's 1-0 win over Real Madrid in the Round of 16 of the UEFA Champions League. To start, the panel shares their initial reaction to PSG's dominating performance and well-deserved victory over Real Madrid. The conversation continues and the team does a deep-dive on Mauricio Pochettino's tactics and Kylian Mbappé's special 90 minutes of football that was capped off with a game-winning goal. Next, Ty asks the group to comment on the removal of the away goal in the Champions League this season and whether that was the reason for Real Madrid's negative tactics or if it was PSG's talent that was too overwhelming? Heading into the second leg of the tie, Real Madrid will be without Casimiro and Ferland Mendy due to yellow-card accumulation. Down a goal and outplayed at every level in the first leg, can Los Blancos turn things around with two of their starters out? The show concludes with a discussion about what PSG must do next. What is the strategy with Sergio Ramos who is close to returning to the squad following an injury? Can Lionel Messi turn in a much better performance? Should PSG change tactics heading into the Santiago Bernabéu Stadium? This may be Mbappé's last season in a PSG shirt and with so much at stake, the team seems prepared to finally deliver the trophy fans covet the most and cement their legacies. As always, thank you for listening, and be sure to subscribe and rate the show wherever you download your podcasts. We’re also on Discord! Come join PSG fans from around the world and have your opinion heard.

On Tuesday, the business end of Paris Saint-Germain's season begins and there's never been more on the line than now. On this episode of PSG Talking, I make my triumphant return and I'm joined by long-time contributor, Guillaume Delaporte, to recap PSG's win over Stade Rennais, we also preview the massive Real Madrid match, and react to the controversial comments made by the Ultras. The show begins with a quick recap of the 1-0 win over Rennes. Kylian Mbappé's stoppage-time winner secured the three points, but how worried should fans be that the last tune-up for Real Madrid was less than inspiring? Around the 17-minute mark, we transition to the upcoming match against Real Madrid in the Round of 16 of the UEFA Champions League. We address Neymar Jr.'s availability and whether or not PSG should play him in this match or keep him on the bench as he's just getting back from injury. We also discuss Madrid's most potent attacker, Karim Benzema, and the problems he will cause PSG's defense. In the midfield, PSG will be overpowered there as well. While Marco Verratti will hold his own, will Mauricio Pochettino play Idrissa Gueye to mark Toni Kroos or will he go with a somewhat in-form Danilo Pereira? Regardless of the lineup and who's available, we both agree that PSG supporters should remain positive and get behind this team. We may question Pochettino's tactics and the constant injuries at times, but now is not the time for negativity. PSG can absolutely beat Real Madrid over the two legs and advance to the next round. Speaking of supporters voicing their opinion and frustration, a PSG Ultra group (Collectif Ultras Paris) issued a statement that absolutely skewered the club and the executives running it. Their complaints range from the team wearing the recently released fourth kit at home to not getting rid of the players within the squad who offer very little on the pitch but collect hefty wages. Guillaume does his best to explain the criticism and why their timing couldn't be worse. The show concludes with us highlighting one of the promising youngsters in PSG's ranks and we give our prediction for the Real Madrid match. As always, thank you for listening, and be sure to subscribe and rate the show wherever you download your podcasts. We’re also on Discord! Come join PSG fans from around the world and have your opinion heard.

Paris Saint-Germain and Real Madrid are two clubs that have been connected at the hip the past couple of years and on Tuesday, they will face off at the Parc des Princes for what is easily the marquee matchup of the Round of 16 of the UEFA Champions League. On this episode of PSG Talking, I welcome Muddassir Hussain from the Real Talk podcast to discuss every angle of the highly-anticipated match between PSG and Real Madrid on Tuesday at the Parc des Princes. We begin the show with a topic on the minds of PSG and Real Madrid fans and that is the availability of Karim Benzema. The former Olympique Lyonnais man has been out with an injury and is racing to return in time for the trip to Paris. I ask Muddassir if he thinks Benzema will play or if he would prefer to rest him for the return leg when he's hopefully fully fit. Next, I ask about Real Madrid's current form in league play. After a blistering start to the season, have things quieted down, or are they peaking at the right time? The conversation then turns towards PSG's superstars and whether Real Madrid will have the players capable of slowing down the likes Kylian Mbappé, Lionel Messi, and potentially Neymar Jr. if he's able to return from injury in time. Muddassir predicts Real Madrid's starting lineup, gives his thoughts on whether the outcome of this tie will have an impact on where Mbappé plays next season, and predicts the final score. As always, thank you for listening, and be sure to subscribe and rate the show wherever you download your podcasts. We’re also on Discord! Come join PSG fans from around the world and have your opinion heard.

With the highly-anticipated match against Real Madrid on the horizon, Paris Saint-Germain must first take care of business in Ligue 1 and look good while doing it in order to build momentum. On this episode of PSG Talking, Tyrone Taylor hosts and he's joined by Jon Olangi and James Carter to break down PSG's commanding 5-1 win over Lille OSC, look ahead to the match against Madrid, react to the harsh comments from the Ultras, and what the PSG project could look like after this season. Up first, it's PSG win over Lille at the Stade Pierre Mauroy. Danilo Pereira scored a brace, Kylian Mbappé scored a golazo, Lionel Messi and Presnel Kimpembe both chipped in with a goal, and overall, the players looked like they were having fun on the pitch. The match was also memorable because youngster Xavi Simons got the start. What does this mean for his career and is it enough to convince him to stay in the French capital? The conversation then shifts to the massive match against Real Madrid in the Round of 16 of the UEFA Champions League. How big of a loss is Karim Benzema for Madrid if he can't suit up? Where will Mauricio Pochettino play Messi? And what will Mbappé's mindset be as he faces off against the club of his childhood and one that he could very well be playing for next season? Later in the show, Ty and the team addresses the recent outcry from the PSG Ultras towards the club and the executives who make the decisions. Are their concerns valid and what will be the fallout? The show concludes with a discussion about potentially restructuring the PSG project and whether that means some stars could be leaving the squad this summer. As always, thank you for listening, and be sure to subscribe and rate the show wherever you download your podcasts. We’re also on Discord! Come join PSG fans from around the world and have your opinion heard.