Paris, France –
Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) kicked off their pre-season preparations with a convincing 2-0 win over Major League Soccer side Seattle Sounders on Monday night. The match, held at the Parc des Princes, showcased the French champions’ dominance ahead of the upcoming 2025-26 season.
PSG took the lead in the 27th minute when star forward Kylian Mbappé converted a clinical finish after a swift counter-attack. The Frenchman looked sharp and energetic, signaling his intent for the new campaign.
The second goal came midway through the second half, as Marco Asensio doubled the lead with a brilliant strike from the edge of the box. Seattle Sounders struggled to match PSG’s pace and technical ability, managing only two shots on target throughout the 90 minutes.
The match served as a valuable opportunity for PSG’s manager to test new formations and give minutes to emerging talents like Warren Zaïre-Emery and Cher Ndour. Meanwhile, the Sounders will take lessons from the fixture as they continue their own preparations for the remainder of the MLS season.
Key Moments:
⚽ 27’ – Goal: Kylian Mbappé (PSG)
⚽ 64’ – Goal: Marco Asensio (PSG)
🧤 Donnarumma made 2 key saves to keep a clean sheet
🌟 Man of the Match: Kylian Mbappé
Paris Saint-Germain will now face another test in their pre-season tour, with their next match scheduled against a top European opponent.
