Contract completed for Paris Saint-Germain. At the end of the international break, and before the clash against Manchester City in the Champions League, the capital club dominated Le Mans (3-1) on Saturday evening at the Parc des Princes. Players took the opportunity to shine, like Maghnes Akliouche.
In the absence of Ousmane Dembélé, left to rest, the former Monegasque was the starter. He alternated between the axis of attack and the right side, his most natural position. It was in this position that he found the fault, by scoring a nice goal, that of 3-1, in the 68th minute. On a clever shot at the near post.
Akliouche therefore scored points, as Luis Enrique confirmed at a press conference. “For me, Maghnes was the best player or among the best in this match,
judged the Parisian coach. I love everything about Maghnes Akliouche. All. The way he plays as a number 9, the way he plays as a winger, the way he plays as a midfielder, his technical and physical ability. I’m surprised at what I see. I knew the player before, but it’s a nice surprise for us and I’m very happy to have him. »
A good period for Akliouche
After his transfer, Akliouche is gaining strength, and this goal will help him gain even more confidence. “ When you’re a new player and you score, it always feels good. It’s only positive and good for me,” he slipped into the mixed zone.
His start to the season had been a little timid, which partly explains why he was not included in ZinĂ©dine Zidane’s first list for the France team. But when Warren Zaire-Emery withdrew, it was he who was summoned. Upon arrival, he started twice, in the first leg and the second leg against Belgium, and his performances were interesting.
“It’s great to be able to be coached by Zidane in the French team and by Luis Enrique at PSG, commented the player. It’s something special. » When two coaches of this caliber trust you, it’s usually a very good sign.
