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Paris St Germain has enjoyed a promising run in the 2018-19 Ligue 1 season as Thomas Tuchel’s side has dominated every team it has played against. The Parisians are currently at the top of the table with 71 points and are once again in contention to lift the title.
The Paris-based club has looked solid in every department and manager Tuchel will be hoping his side continues with the momentum. The French champions won their first leg round of 16 Champions League game against Manchester United on February 12 with a 2-0 scoreline, in what was considered one of their best performances of the entire season.
The team put up a spirited performance even though key players such as Neymar and Edinson Cavani were out due to injuries. The French champions also won their Ligue 1 game against Nimes on February 23 with a 3-0 scoreline, that would have surely boosted the side’s confidence.
The Parisians have a good mix of youth and experience in their outfit and it will be interesting to see what kind of formation Thomas Tuchel opts for once Neymar and Cavani return to the squad.
The Parisians still need to work on certain areas especially their defense whenever they are playing against sides who are quick during counter attacks. Paris St Germain has produced some high-class performances but still need some fluidity in their game.
The French Champions have got some exceptional players in their team who have been crucial for the team. We take a look at 5 such players who have impressed the most this season.
#1 Kylian Mbappe
The French sensation took last year’s World Cup by storm as the 20-year-old looked in sublime form in the entire tournament. He scored four goals in seven games at the tournament and won the Golden Boot award.
Mbappe has scored 24 goals in 21 games in the ongoing Ligue 1 season with eight assists to his name. In the 2018-19 Champions League season, the Frenchman has already scored four goals in seven games with four assists.
The striker has been the shining light along with Neymar and Cavani in the forward line. The 20-year-old is a threat for any opponent because of his goal-scoring prowess and his ability to out-sprint any defender.
His dribbles can also outsmart any opposition and he has the knack of finding himself in goal scoring positions. The yougster will surely be a key figure for the Parisians till the end of the season.
#2 Neymar
After a disappointing World Cup campaign last year, Neymar would be eager to silence his critics. The Brazilian has already produced some electric performances the season and his partnership with Mbappe and Edinson Cavani has been crucial for the Parisians.
Although the striker has been out of the side due to an injury, Thomas Tuchel will be banking for his quick return. Neymar’s performance will surely be watched closely, especially against teams in the Champions League which are strong defensively.
Neymar is equally dangerous during counter attacks and excels at creating chances for the other forwards of his team. He will surely be Thomas Tuchel’s go-to man when it comes to the crunch.
Neymar has scored 13 goals in 13 games in the current Ligue 1 season with seven assists to his name. He has also scored five goals in six Champions League games with two assists. His presence will be crucial for the remainder of team’s campaign.
#3 Edinson Cavani
Edinson Cavani is another player who has delivered at crucial times situations. The 31-year-old had expressed disappointment at not being able to help his national side make it to the semifinals of last year’s World Cup after he missed out on the quarterfinal match loss against France because of injury.
The Uruguayan is definitely a proven match-winner on his day and has been the focal point in the forward line of PSG for a while now. Although the striker has been out of the team due to an injury, Cavani has always outsmarted the strongest of opponents with his acceleration and brilliant finishing.
Cavani has got loads of experience of playing against some of the best clubs in European football which could come in handy when his team faces a tricky opponent, especially in yhe Champions League.
In the 2018-19 Ligue 1 season, Cavani has scored 17 goals in 16 games with five assists . He has also netted two goals in six Champions League games with two assists.
#4 Angel Di Maria
After a disappointing run for Argentina in last year’s World Cup, Angel Di Maria has left his mark with some excellent performances this season for PSG.
The forward has been unplayable this season because of his frightening runs and precise delivery, especially at set pieces, along with his clever passes.
Angel Di Maria has operated well on the flanks and can find himself in goal scoring positions because of his pace. The Argentinian has also showcased his ability to create chances for the forwards.
His partnership with Kylian Mbappe, Neymar and Cavani has been crucial for Paris St Germain this season. Also his link0up play with the midfield, especially Julian Draxler and Marco Verratti, has been an important factor in PSG's dominance this season.
He has scored six goals in 23 games in the 2018-19 Ligue 1 season with eight assists. He has also registered two goals in seven Champions League games this season with three assists.
#5 Julian Draxler
Julian Draxler has looked in decent form this season and has been the linchpin in the midfield. The German has operated well with the forward line and can also play offensively as well as defensively. His combination with Marco Verratti in the midfield has especially looked sharp.
The 25-year-old has brought a lot of creativity to the PSG midfield and has showcased his ability to operate efficiently on both flanks. The midfielder has also looked sharp at set pieces and can outsmart the best defences with his skilful moves and speed.
The former Vfl Wolfsburg player is considered one of the best midfielders in European football and has looked solid with his ability to build up play.
Draxler has scored three goals in 22 Ligue 1 games in the ongoing season with six assists to his name.
