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PSG's Matvey Safonov impresses as key player in Champions League build-up

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 29, 2026, 2:41 PM

Last updated Oct 29, 2026

PSG's Matvey Safonov impresses as key player in Champions League build-up

Summary

Matvey Safonov continues to solidify his role as Paris Saint-Germain's starting goalkeeper under manager Luis Enrique. The Russian keeper kept a clean sheet in PSG's recent 2-0 victory over Lyon and has been instrumental in team build-up play. Enrique praised Safonov's adaptability to high-stakes football, emphasizing his distribution skills and composure under pressure. As PSG prepares to face Le Havre, Safonov aims to maintain his strong performances as part of the team's title defense in Ligue 1 and Champions League.

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Key Details

•Matvey Safonov joined PSG from FC Krasnodar for 20 million euros.
•He has helped PSG win back-to-back Champions League titles in 2025 and 2026.
•Enrique commended Safonov's courage and role in build-up play.
•PSG played Lyon, winning 2-0 with Safonov keeping a clean sheet.
•PSG will face Le Havre next, seeking to extend their league lead.

Latest Updates

2:41 PMYahoo Sports — Safe hands Safonov! Enrique salutes brave Russian keeper after proving critics wrong

What they're saying

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Paris Saint-Germain manager Luis Enrique praised goalkeeper Matvey Safonov for adapting brilliantly to the high demands of top-tier football. Enrique highlighted the Russian international's courage and key role in initiating team build-up play.
— Yahoo Sports

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