PSG: Why success has returned without superstars
Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) was known for years for its big names. World stars like Lionel Messi, Neymar, and Kylian Mbappé stood on the pitch together. However, despite these famous players, major success in Europe often remained elusive. Today, the situation looks different: The club is winning titles and impressing through team spirit, even though the big superstars have left the club.
Coach Luis Enrique has significantly changed the club in recent months. His goal was to form a real team out of a so-called "ego club." He repeatedly emphasizes that the collective is more important than individual players. Under his leadership, the team works more disciplined and focuses more on tactical instructions than on individual shows by single stars.
The players themselves also speak positively about this development. Full-back Achraf Hakimi recently explained in an interview that the team is now a solid unit. "We are a team," he said, getting to the heart of the new spirit of PSG. The atmosphere in the dressing room has noticeably improved, as there is less competition between big egos.
The results on the pitch confirm this new path. PSG has already been able to celebrate two consecutive titles. Many experts were initially skeptical about whether the club could survive without Mbappé's goals or Messi's brilliance. However, the current form shows that the team plays more freely without the burden of superstars and, above all, is significantly more stable defensively.
In summary, it can be said that Paris Saint-Germain has found a new identity. The focus is no longer on glamour and expensive transfers, but on hard work and collective success. For the fans, an exciting new era is beginning in which the individual is no longer the focus, but the entire team.