The Paris Saint-Germain squad gathered at the Poissy Training Center this Saturday for an internal friendly match, just seven days ahead of their high-stakes Champions League final against Arsenal. While the competitive spirit remained undeniable, the absence of Ballon d’Or winner Ousmane Dembélé and Moroccan full-back Achraf Hakimi did not raise any alarms among staff or supporters.
Following the recent Ligue 1 setback against Paris FC, Luis Enrique emphasized the importance of maintaining match sharpness. The internal clash, played over 60 minutes at a demanding pace, saw two evenly matched teams—dressed in black and white—compete in front of a passionate crowd. Though the final score remained undisclosed, forward Ibrahima Mbaye and midfielder Vitinha found the net for the white team, sparking encouragement from the 1,000 ultras and 100 young fans in attendance.
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Dembélé, who felt discomfort in his calf during last Sunday’s match, and Hakimi, still nursing a thigh issue from the Champions League semifinal first leg against Bayern Munich, trained separately under medical supervision. Club insiders confirmed both players are progressing smoothly and are expected to feature as starters when PSG face Arsenal in Budapest on May 30.
With the Champions League crown within reach, the Parisian club is leaving nothing to chance. The squad received a rousing ovation from the ultras, who chanted the rallying cry: “Once is historic. Twice is legendary.” The message was clear—this team is ready to defend its European crown with every key player fit and focused.
