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Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) triumphed in the Trophée des Champions on January 5, 2025, defeating AS Monaco 1-0 at the iconic Stadium 974 in Doha. This victory marks PSG’s record 13th title in this prestigious competition, further solidifying their dominance in French football.
The match was a tightly contested affair, with both teams showcasing their tactical prowess. Ousmane Dembélé emerged as the hero, scoring the decisive goal in the 90+2 minute, converting a cross from Fabian Ruiz. This late winner delighted the nearly 40,000 fans in attendance and sealed PSG’s first trophy of the season under manager Luis Enrique.
Dembélé expressed his joy post-match, stating, “After 10 days off, it was difficult to come back. But we put in a lot of intensity. I’m happy to have scored that goal.” His performance exemplified PSG’s attacking strength, which included notable contributions from players like Lee Kang-In and Gianluigi Donnarumma, who returned from injury to anchor the defense.
The Trophée des Champions serves as a showcase for French football, featuring the reigning Ligue 1 champions against the holders of the Coupe de France. PSG secured their place in this match after winning both titles in 2024. The victory not only adds another trophy to their cabinet but also sets a positive tone for a busy January schedule that includes critical league and cup matches.
