Al-Khelaïfi Praises Barça: “They Were Incredible”
Nasser Al-Khelaïfi, the president of Paris Saint-Germain (PSG), has celebrated a remarkable 2025 season. Under his leadership, PSG triumphed in the UEFA Champions League, clinching a sextuple of titles. This success marks a significant achievement for Parisian football, particularly with the team’s first full season without star player Kylian Mbappé. Al-Khelaïfi has now created a winning project in Europe, led by coach Luis Enrique.
PSG’s Triumph at the Globe Soccer Awards
At the recent Globe Soccer Awards, PSG garnered seven prestigious accolades. These included:
- Best Club
- Best Player: Ousmane Dembélé
- Best Midfielder: Vitinha
- Emerging Player: Desiré Doué
- Best Coach: Luis Enrique
- Best President: Nasser Al-Khelaïfi
- Best Sporting Director: Luis Campos
Reflections on a Historic Year
During his acceptance speech, Al-Khelaïfi reflected on the season’s accomplishments and the club’s evolution. He noted that PSG is now the second youngest team in history to win the Champions League. “This speaks for itself. We must continue in this vein,” he emphasized, calling for humility and hard work.
Al-Khelaïfi expressed gratitude for the contributions of his players. He acknowledged the importance of past stars while highlighting the current team’s philosophy and project. “Today is a different era, a different generation, a different philosophy. I am immensely proud of my players,” he stated.
Thanking Rival Clubs
Al-Khelaïfi also extended his appreciation to rival clubs. He recognized the competitive spirit brought by teams such as Barcelona, Liverpool, Aston Villa, Arsenal, and Manchester City. “They pushed us to improve. Their challenge has made this season exciting,” he concluded.
This acknowledgment of the formidable competition emphasizes the high standards PSG has encountered. As Al-Khelaïfi looks ahead, the club aims to build on this successful foundation.
