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Al Etihad
a day ago
- Sport
- Al Etihad
PSG's Doue starts, Inter's Martinez and Pavard return for Champions League final
31 May 2025 22:18 MUNICH (Reuters)Teenager Desire Doue starts in attack for Paris St Germain as they face Inter Milan in the Champions League final at the Allianz Arena on Saturday, with defender Benjamin Pavard and captain Lautaro Martinez starting for the Italian manager Luis Enrique has placed his trust in the 19-year-old Doue, partnering him with Ousmane Dembele and Khvicha Kvaratskhelia in the forward line, leaving Bradley Barcola on the bench as the French champions aim to secure their maiden Champions League who joined PSG from Rennes last August in a deal reportedly worth 50 million euros ($56.74 million), has enjoyed a breakout season. The young forward has scored 13 goals and provided 15 assists in all competitions, earning his first callup to the French national team in Milan coach Simone Inzaghi, meanwhile, has been bolstered by the return of key players. Both Pavard and Martinez are back in the starting team after recovering from injuries that sidelined them for several inclusion is a major boost for the Italian side, who are chasing their fourth Champions League title and their first since the club captain, has been instrumental for Inter this season, while Pavard, a 2023 signing from Bayern Munich, has brought stability to Inter's backline. PSG: Gianluigi Donnarumma; Achraf Hakimi, Marquinhos (captain), Willian Pacho, Nuno Mendes; Joao Neves, Vitinha, Fabian Ruiz; Desire Doue, Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, Ousmane Dembele. Inter Milan: Yann Sommer; Benjamin Pavard, Francesco Acerbi, Alessandro Bastoni; Denzel Dumfries, Nicolo Barella, Hakan Calhanoglu, Henrikh Mkhitaryan, Federico Dimarco; Lautaro Martinez (captain), Marcus Thuram.
Yahoo
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Ex Bayern Munich Star Reassures ‘I'm 100% Fit' Ahead Of PSG Vs Inter Milan Champions League Final
Ex Bayern Munich Star Reassures 'I'm 100% Fit' Ahead Of PSG Vs Inter Milan Champions League Final Benjamin Pavard says that he's 'at 100% fitness' for today's Champions League final between PSG and Inter Milan. The Frenchman spoke to Italian broadcaster Sky Sport Italia, via FCInterNews, ahead of today's match. He gave his thoughts ahead of the biggest match of Inter's season. Advertisement Inter Milan defender Benjamin Pavard is in the starting eleven for today's Champions League final against Paris Saint-Germain. The 29-year-old had been a bit of a doubt going into the match. Pavard has not played in over a month. He suffered an ankle sprain in Inter's Serie A loss to Roma in April, and has not played since. However, that has been enough time for Pavard to return. Still, the former Bayern Munich and Stuttgart defender missed Inter's last few league matches, as well as both legs of their Champions League semifinal tie against Barcelona. Therefore, it's natural for there to be some doubt as to whether or not Pavard will truly be ready for this evening's match. Particularly considering the match's enormous importance. Pavard: 'I'm 100 % Fit' For PSG Vs Inter Milan Champions League Final MUNICH, GERMANY – APRIL 08: Benjamin Pavard of FC Internazionale reacts during the UEFA Champions League 2024/25 Quarter Final First Leg match between FC Bayern München and FC Internazionale Milano at Fussball Arena Muenchen on April 08, 2025 in Munich, Germany. (Photo by) Benjamin Pavard gave a reassuring update regarding his condition. 'I'm ready,' he said. Advertisement 'I've been taking care of myself,' continued the French international. 'And training with the rest of the group for a while.' 'Now I'm 100%,' Pavard insisted. 'It will be a great match.' Then, Pavard gave his thoughts on Inter's opposition in this evening's final. 'PSG are a great team,' he commented. 'They've shown that all along the way,' the 29-year-old went on. 'But so are we. It will be a great match.' Then, Pavard said that 'if we focus on the things we have to do, we can end the match with great satisfaction.' Meanwhile, Pavard said that returning to the Allianz Arena gives him 'a lot of emotions, certainly.' 'I've won a lot of trophies here,' said the former Bayern defender. 'Now, I hope to bring this one back to Milan.'
Yahoo
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Official Starting Lineups – PSG Vs Inter Milan Champions League Final: Benjamin Pavard Starts
Inter Milan coach Simone Inzaghi has decided to start Benjamin Pavard in defense against PSG. This evening's Champions League final showdown kicks off at 21.00 CET. This evening's match will define Inter's season. Advertisement Therefore, it is little surprise to see Nerazzurri coach Simone Inzaghi go with his strongest available starting eleven. Accordingly, there is no thought of squad rotation. For the first time in months, Inzaghi has his entire squad at his disposal. Therefore, the Inter coach has not had to make any tough decisions. PSG Vs Inter Milan Champions League Final – Benjamin Pavard Starts MILAN, ITALY – FEBRUARY 10: Benjamin Pavard of Internazionale warms up ahead of the Serie A match between FC Internazionale and Fiorentina at Stadio Giuseppe Meazza on February 10, 2025 in Milan, Italy. (Photo by) The big team news for Inter is the return of defender Benjamin Pavard. The Frenchman last played more than a month ago, picking up an ankle sprain in a Serie A clash with Roma. However, Pavard has fully recovered from that injury. Therefore, he is back in the starting eleven. Advertisement Meanwhile, Francesco Acerbi and Alessandro Bastoni complete the Inter back three in front of Yann Sommer. In midfield, then, it is the first-choice trio of Henrikh Mkhitaryan, Hakan Calhanoglu, and Nicolo Barella. Lautaro Martinez & Marcus Thuram Lead The Line LECCE, ITALY – JANUARY 26: Lautaro Martinez of Inter celebrates scoring his team's second goal during the Serie A match between Lecce and FC Internazionale at Stadio Via del Mare on January 26, 2025 in Lecce, Italy. (Photo by) On the flanks, meanwhile, Federico Dimarco and Denzel Dumfries start for Inter. Lastly, in attack it is the duo of Lautaro Martinez and Marcus Thuram. Both Martinez and Thuram have dealt with some injury issues in recent weeks. Therefore, they have not played together all that often since the start of April. However, in the Champions League knockouts they have been Inter's main strikers. Accordingly, both are in the starting eleven this evening. Advertisement On the bench, meanwhile, Inter have plenty of potential difference-makers. Most notably, midfielder Davide Frattesi has come off the bench to score decisive goals against both Bayern Munich and Barcelona in the Champions League knockouts. Official Starting Lineups – PSG Vs Inter Milan Champions League Final Paris Saint-Germain (4-3-3): Donnarumma; Hakimi, Marquinhos, Pacho, Nuno Mendes; Fabian Ruiz, Vitinha, Joao Neves; Doue, Dembelé, Kvaratskhelia. Substitutes: Safonov, Tenas, Beraldo, Hernandez, Zaire-Emery, Mayulu, Kimpembe, Lee Kang-in, Barcola, Mbaye, Ramos. Coach: Luis Enrique. Suspended: no one. Injured and unavailable: no-one Inter Milan (3-5-2): Yann Sommer; Benjamin Pavard, Francesco Acerbi, Alessandro Bastoni; Denzel Dumfries, Nicolo Barella, Hakan Calhanoglu, Henrikh Mkhitaryan, Federico Dimarco; Marcus Thuram, Lautaro Martinez. Substitutes: Josep Martinez, Raffaele Di Gennaro, Stefan de Vrij, Yann Bisseck, Carlos Augusto, Matteo Darmian, Nicola Zalewski, Kristjan Asllani, Davde Frattesi, Piotr Zielinski, Mehdi Taremi, Marko Arnauotivc. Coach: Simone Inzaghi. Suspended: no one. Injured and unavailable: no one.
Straits Times
2 days ago
- Sport
- Straits Times
PSG's Doue starts, Inter's Martinez and Pavard return for Champions League final
MUNICH, Germany - Teenager Desire Doue starts in attack for Paris St Germain as they face Inter Milan in the Champions League final at the Allianz Arena on Saturday, with defender Benjamin Pavard and captain Lautaro Martinez starting for the Italian side. PSG manager Luis Enrique has placed his trust in the 19-year-old Doue, partnering him with Ousmane Dembele and Khvicha Kvaratskhelia in the forward line, leaving Bradley Barcola on the bench as the French champions aim to secure their maiden Champions League trophy. Doue, who joined PSG from Rennes last August in a deal reportedly worth 50 million euros ($56.74 million), has enjoyed a breakout season. The young forward has scored 13 goals and provided 15 assists in all competitions, earning his first callup to the French national team in March. Inter Milan coach Simone Inzaghi, meanwhile, has been bolstered by the return of key players. Both Pavard and Martinez are back in the starting team after recovering from injuries that sidelined them for several weeks. Their inclusion is a major boost for the Italian side, who are chasing their fourth Champions League title and their first since 2010. Martinez, the club captain, has been instrumental for Inter this season, while Pavard, a 2023 signing from Bayern Munich, has brought stability to Inter's backline. PSG: Gianluigi Donnarumma; Achraf Hakimi, Marquinhos (captain), Willian Pacho, Nuno Mendes; Joao Neves, Vitinha, Fabian Ruiz; Desire Doue, Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, Ousmane Dembele. Inter Milan: Yann Sommer; Benjamin Pavard, Francesco Acerbi, Alessandro Bastoni; Denzel Dumfries, Nicolo Barella, Hakan Calhanoglu, Henrikh Mkhitaryan, Federico Dimarco; Lautaro Martinez (captain), Marcus Thuram. REUTERS Join ST's Telegram channel and get the latest breaking news delivered to you.
Yahoo
3 days ago
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Report – Ex Bayern Munich Star Back Fit & Ready To Start PSG Vs Inter Milan Champions League Final
Benjamin Pavard is back to fitness and ready to start tomorrow's Champions League final between PSG and Inter Milan. This according to today's print edition of Milan-based newspaper Gazzetta dello Sport, via FCInterNews. They report that Pavard is favourite to start ahead of Yann Bisseck. Advertisement Inter Milan defender Benjamin Pavard has been on the sidelines for over a month now. The former Bayern Munich defender last played in a Serie A loss to Roma in April. He had started that match, but came off with an ankle sprain early in the first half. That injury meant that Pavard missed Inter's last four league matches of the season. He was also absent for both legs of the Nerazzurri's Champions League semifinal tie against Barcelona. Benjamin Pavard Ready To Start PSG Vs Inter Milan UCL Final MILAN, ITALY – APRIL 16: Benjamin Pavard of FC Internazionale applauds the fans as he warms up prior to the UEFA Champions League 2024/25 Quarter Final Second Leg match between FC Internazionale Milano and FC Bayern München at San Siro on April 16, 2025 in Milan, Italy. (Photo by) However, Benjamin Pavard is now back in training. The 29-year-old has had a few weeks in which to fully recover from his ankle sprain. Advertisement Therefore, reports the Gazzetta dello Sport, there is no doubt that Pavard will be ready for tomorrow's Champions League final against Paris Saint-Germain. In the Frenchman's absence, Yann Bisseck has been starting on the right of Inter's back three. Meanwhile, Matteo Darmian is also capable of playing there. However, reports the Gazzetta, it should be Pavard who lines up from the start against PSG tomorrow.
