September 28, 2019. Stade Matu Atlantique. PSG is going to visit Bordeaux, one of the strong mid-table teams in Ligue 1. The Parisians are missing key players – neither Cavani nor Mbappe. All attention is again on Neymar. He came out as a false nine and had to not only create chances, but also finish them. The match began with active actions from the home team. Bordeaux, understanding the importance of this game, sought to take the initiative into their own hands. The team set up a compact defense and tried to quickly go on the attack. The first minutes of the match showed that Bordeaux was not going to just sit back in defense. PSG, in turn, also did not remain in debt. Neymar, possessing outstanding technique and the ability to read the game, began to actively join the attacks.
In the first 20 minutes of the match, the Parisians took possession of the ball, but Bordeaux defended in an organized manner, not allowing the opponent to create quality moments. Neymar tried to move to the center, opening up space for his teammates. His dribbling and speed became PSG’s main trump card. However, Bordeaux’s defenders, in particular the experienced Lejeune, confidently dealt with his attempts. In the 30th minute, Neymar, having received the ball on the edge of the penalty area, tried to get around the defender and shoot into the corner of the goal. The shot was powerful, but Bordeaux’s goalkeeper, Font, demonstrated an excellent reaction and sent the ball to the corner. PSG continued to attack, creating pressure on the opponent’s defense.
Nevertheless, despite a noticeable advantage in ball control, the Parisians could not find their rhythm. Bordeaux, in turn, began to create counterattacks. Bordeaux striker Oussamo was driving the attacks, and one of them almost led to a goal – his shot into the far corner went inches from the post. The second half began with a new wave of attacks from PSG. Neymar, realizing that he needed to take the initiative into his own hands, became even more active. In the 60th minute, after a beautiful run along the left flank, he passed the ball to Dybala, who, taking advantage of the defender’s mistake, sent the ball into the net. 1-0 in favor of PSG. After that, Bordeaux tried to recoup. The team began to show aggression, but this played into the hands of the Parisians. Neymar, freed from guard, again began to tear apart the opponent’s defense. His dribbling and unexpected passes put Bordeaux defenders in a difficult position. He created several dangerous moments, but the goalkeeper was again on top.
In the final ten minutes of the match, the tension increased. Bordeaux threw all their forces into the attack, and PSG, in turn, hoped for counterattacks. Neymar, after one of these attacks, again found himself on the cutting edge, but the ball flew past the goal after his shot. PSG still controlled the game, but Bordeaux was not going to give up. As a result, the match ended with a score of 1-0 in favor of PSG. Although the game was not perfect, Neymar again demonstrated his class, becoming a key figure on the field. His actions led to victory, and the team continued to fight for the championship. This match was another confirmation that even without star partners, Neymar is able to take responsibility and become a leader on the field.
September 28, 2019. Stade Matam Atlantique. PSG are going to visit Bordeaux, one of the strong mid-table teams in Ligue 1. The Parisians are missing key players – neither Cavani nor Mbappe. All attention is again on Neymar. He came out as a false nine and was supposed to not only create chances, but also finish them. The match started with active actions by Bordeaux, who played aggressively and tightly, using double marking on Neymar. The hosts understood that limiting the Brazilian’s influence was their main priority. However, Neymar, with his outstanding technique and ability to read the game, continued to be the most active player of PSG. He tried to move into the center of the field, creating space for his teammates.
Throughout the first half, Bordeaux successfully held off PSG attacks. Every time Neymar received the ball, defenders piled on him, but he used his speed and dribbling to break the defense. His runs down the flank created chances, although they were not fully realized. Bordeaux’s defenders tried to leave him no space, but sometimes Neymar still found a way to get past his opponent. PSG controlled the ball, but created few real dangerous moments. Bordeaux, organized and ready to counter-attack, threatened Navas’ goal from time to time. Their forwards, such as Oussamo, tried to use every opportunity to break into the Parisian penalty area. However, PSG’s back line was confident in its actions.
In the second half, the game continued in the same vein. Neymar, realizing that he needed to take the initiative into his own hands, became even more active. His attempts to move inside and pick up speed led to the Bordeaux defenders becoming increasingly nervous. In the 60th minute, Neymar received the ball on the edge of the penalty area, made a few feints, got past the defender and gave a precise pass to Dybala, who opened the scoring. After the goal, Bordeaux tried to equalize. The situation on the field changed, and the team became more aggressive. They began to actively press, trying to force PSG to make a mistake. But Neymar, freed from marking, began to tear apart the opponent’s defense again. His precise passes and dribbling became key moments for PSG, and he continued to create new threats.
Despite the fact that Bordeaux did everything to stop Neymar, his talent and skill still decided the outcome of the match. Every time he touched the ball, there was a sense of hope and anticipation in the stands that something special was about to happen. Neymar became not only the leader of the attack, but also the organizer of the game, helping his teammates find free spaces. In the last ten minutes of the match, Bordeaux threw everything into the attack, and they actually had moments when they could have equalized. However, PSG, having organized themselves in defense, managed to cope with the onslaught. Neymar continued to work for the team, returning to defense and helping his defenders. The match ended with a score of 1-0 in favor of PSG. This victory was an important step on their path to the championship. Neymar, despite all the double marking, showed himself to be a real leader, showing that he is capable of much, even when the situation looks difficult. His game became a role model, and he once again confirmed that he is one of the main stars of world football.
In the 70th minute, Draxler breaks through on the left flank and crosses. Bordeaux’s defenders don’t have time, the ball reaches Neymar – he catches it in the air and shoots a low shot. 0:1. PSG takes the lead. This moment became a turning point in the game. Neymar, who showed an excellent sense of position, was in the right place at the right time. His quick movements and accurate shot were the result of repeated training and hard work. After the goal, the atmosphere in the stadium changed: PSG fans began to actively support the team, while Bordeaux fans, on the contrary, felt disappointed. After the goal, PSG felt confident and began to control the game. Neymar, who became a true leader on the field, continued to create chances. His dribbling and ability to place the ball close to him gave the team an additional boost. Draxler, inspired by the success, began to actively join in the attacks, and his interaction with Neymar looked more and more harmonious.
Bordeaux, realizing that something urgently needed to change, became more active. Their coach began making substitutions, introducing fresh forces into the attack. This brought some tension into PSG’s play, and the defense began to feel pressure. However, the Parisian defenders, including Marquinhos and Kimpembe, were ready to fight. They worked together, blocking Bordeaux’s attempts to create dangerous moments.In the 80th minute, Bordeaux launched a quick attack, and the ball ended up in the hands of Oussamo, who tried to shoot at the goal. However, Navas demonstrated his classy reaction, stretching out to his full height and deflecting the ball away. This was an important moment for PSG, who again felt the support of their goalkeeper.After that, PSG took control of the ball again. Neymar, having received the ball on the edge of the penalty area, began dribbling again, creating problems for the defenders. His feints made the opponents nervous, and soon one of the Bordeaux defenders broke the rules, receiving a yellow card.
