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Dembele was unhappy with his teammates after the defeat against Rennes. |
The 1-3 defeat at Rennes was a worrying setback in itself. But what drew even more scrutiny to Paris Saint-Germain was what happened in the dressing room. After the match, Dembele didn't shy away. He spoke about effort. He spoke about playing for PSG, not for himself. And in the context of the team's recent loss, every word carried weight.
"We have to work harder. We have to play for PSG to win. If we only play for ourselves, things won't work and we won't win the titles we want," Dembele said.
It was a collective message. But in Paris, nobody thought it was entirely general.
According to RMC Sport , attention is focused on Doue. The young talent is no longer maintaining the form he showed last season. The match against Rennes is a case in point. He did create one chance for the current Ballon d'Or winner, but overall his performance lacked cohesion.
Dembele was unhappy with Doue's somewhat individualistic and uncoordinated style of play. Coach Luis Enrique substituted Doue in the second half, a decision that speaks volumes.
This isn't the first time Dembele has mentioned team spirit. After the 5-0 victory against Marseille, he sent a similar message. When winning, those words are seen as motivation. When losing, they become a spark.
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PSG is faltering. |
Luis Enrique understood the sensitivity of the situation. At the press conference, he chose to speak in Spanish instead of his usual French. His message was clear: post-match statements are meaningless. He didn't elaborate on Dembele's comments. And most importantly, he stressed that no player should put themselves above the club.
That's how you put out a fire. But it also shows that there's a fire.
Luis Enrique's PSG was considered more stable than in previous periods. The dressing room was less noisy. Big egos were controlled. However, football always changes depending on the results. After the demolition of Marseille, some players may have entered Rennes with excessive confidence. And when the result turned against them, the frustration became apparent.
Dembele is no longer the erratic, explosive player he once was. He is now one of the team's pillars. When he speaks up, it's not just a momentary outburst of emotion. It reflects a higher demand for collective standards. But the line between "demanding responsibility" and "causing division" is very thin.
PSG are entering a crucial phase. In Ligue 1, they risk being overtaken or narrowed by Lens. In the Champions League, Monaco presents a significant challenge. In this context, internal unity is more important than any tactical formation.
A team can correct a mistake after a defeat. But if trust between the players is eroded, the consequences will last. Luis Enrique tried to close the chapter with a strong statement. However, the real test will be the dressing room's reaction in the upcoming matches.
Dembele spoke about having to play for PSG. The question is whether everyone is on the same page. In Paris, where the goal is to win every title, unity isn't an option; it's a necessity.
Source: https://znews.vn/mot-cau-noi-cua-dembele-ca-psg-phai-soi-lai-minh-post1628250.html
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