Monstrous PSG ‘Leading a New Era’ – But Problems Mount for Real Madrid

By Emmanuel Austin Baah On Jul 10, 2025

Paris Saint-Germain appear to be ushering in a new era of dominance in European football, following a string of commanding performances that have sent a clear message to their continental rivals. The French giants, now under the stewardship of manager Luis Enrique, have seamlessly transitioned into a more balanced and formidable outfit after the departures of key stars like Lionel Messi, Neymar, and Kylian Mbappé.

Their revamped squad, built around young, hungry talents such as Warren Zaïre-Emery, Bradley Barcola, and Gonçalo Ramos, has already started to deliver results, both domestically and on the European stage. Analysts have described the current PSG side as “monstrous” – not just in talent, but in their cohesion, pressing intensity, and tactical evolution.

“This is no longer a star-driven team—it’s a system-driven team,” said a Ligue 1 commentator. “PSG look more balanced and tactically sound than they’ve been in years. The project is finally maturing.”

Meanwhile, Real Madrid are facing unexpected complications as they prepare for the upcoming season. Despite winning both La Liga and the UEFA Champions League in 2024–25, Carlo Ancelotti’s side is now dealing with multiple setbacks.

Injury concerns, including a recent knock to star forward Vinícius Júnior, have disrupted pre-season preparations. In addition, uncertainty surrounding the late return of players from the Club World Cup campaign has prompted the club to request a postponement of their La Liga opener against Osasuna, originally scheduled for 19 August at the Santiago Bernabéu.

Further complicating matters is Ancelotti’s recent one-year suspended sentence over a tax fraud case in Spain, which has sparked fresh debate over off-pitch distractions at the club.

While Real Madrid continue to boast a talented squad, including new arrival Endrick and established stars Jude Bellingham and Eduardo Camavinga, the contrast in clarity and momentum between Madrid and Paris has drawn attention across Europe.

As PSG press forward with renewed focus, Real Madrid’s early-season turbulence may prove costly in a campaign where margins are tighter than ever.

Author

Emmanuel Austin Baah

My name is Emmanuel Austin Baah, professionally known as “Okocha”. I am a seasoned Ghanaian journalist, broadcaster and football commentator from Senya Bereku in the Central Region. My work reflects a strong commitment to factual reporting, ethical journalism and the continuous promotion of Ghanaian sports.

I am currently pursuing my studies at Cape Coast Technical University, building on a solid foundation of media practice and communication. I previously served as a sports producer at Radio Gold (90.5) and Montie FM (100.1) in Accra, where I was actively involved in editorial planning, programme production, live commentary and in-depth sports analysis.

Presently, I am a Senior Writer at SportsNetGhana.com, a role in which I produce well-researched features, match reports, athlete profiles and analytical pieces. My work consistently highlights emerging talents, captures key sporting developments and contributes to shaping informed sports discourse in Ghana.

Over the course of my career, I have covered numerous major sporting events both locally and internationally. Among these, the highlight remains my coverage of the 2014 FIFA World Cup, a significant milestone that strengthened my expertise in global football reporting and enhanced my understanding of international sports dynamics.

I am widely recognised for my clarity of analysis, engaging commentary style and strong command of both local and global football trends. Beyond the newsroom, I participate in community initiatives aimed at developing young sports journalists and promoting youth engagement in sports.

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