Played
August 11, 2012 8:00 PM WAT
Parc des Princes — Paris
Referee:‬ T. Chapron‎
Attendance:‬ 38102‎
 
Maxwell 4′ (OG)
89′ (PG) Zlatan Ibrahimovic
   
 
 

Player Ratings: Paris Saint-Germain 2-2 FC Lorient

Goal.com runs the rule over the players on show in PSG's thrilling comeback on matchday one of Ligue 1

By Mohammed Ali

  • Nicolas Douchez
    8
    6
    2.00

    Nicolas Douchez

    The goalkeeper was a victim of poor defending rather than his own abilities. Improved late on, and denied Alain Traore with a wonderful stop.

  • Mamadou Sakho
    16
    16
    2.00

    Mamadou Sakho

    Endured a torrid time at the back, along with his partner Alex. Was troubled often by Aliadiere and failed to impose his strength and power at the back.

  • Alex
    9
    18
    1.50

    Alex Flop of the Match

    Suffered greatly along with Sakho and his lack of pace was apparent up against Aliadiere. Given such performances, Thiago Silva's imminent move could dislodge him in future.

  • Maxwell
    10
    20
    2.00

    Maxwell

    The left-back's evening suffered after scoring a humiliating own goal inside four minutes. Didn't manage to offer an attacking option on the left and failed to provide Lavezzi adequately.

  • Christophe Jallet
    11
    17
    3.50

    Christophe Jallet

    The captain produced a solid display despite the determination of the visitors.

  • Jérémy Menez
    28
    8
    3.00

    Jérémy Menez

    Squandered several goalscoring opportunities. Missed a brilliant chance set up by Ibrahimovic, but also showed his brilliance by beating defenders time and again.

  • Mathieu Bodmer
    8
    11
    2.50

    Mathieu Bodmer

    Invisible and ineffective at times. Bodmer couldn't assert his authority in the middle of the park. Under-par performance.

  • Clément Chantôme
    8
    10
    2.50

    Clément Chantôme

    Improved after a poor first half and was the instigator of a PSG fightback in the second period. There or thereabouts when the best chances were created, but the blond-haired striker scuppered a few chances

  • Marco Verratti
    42
    11
    2.50

    Marco Verratti

    Forced to sit back but still performed reasonably well in front of the back four. Used his ball-playing abilities well to pick out team-mates before being sacrificed.

  • Ezequiel Lavezzi
    59
    8
    3.50

    Ezequiel Lavezzi

    The Argentine took time to impose himself on proceedings. Missed a wonderful chance to score, but improved to become a real force in the second-half as PSG fought back

  • Zlatan Ibrahimovic
    176
    15
    4.50

    Zlatan Ibrahimovic Top of the Match

    Ibrahimovic emerged from a quiet first-half to drag PSG back into the match with two goals. A positive season in Ligue 1 awaits for the Swede.

Substitutions

  • Nenê
    39
    5
    3.00

    Nenê

    PSG called on the Brazilian again and he didn't disappoint either, injecting creativity and flair into the side.

  • Blaise Matuidi
    20
    0
    3.00

    Blaise Matuidi

    Given the last half-hour to limit Lorient's counter-attacking game and won the penalty for Ibrahimovic's equaliser.

  • Kevin Gameiro
    12
    5
    2.50

    Kevin Gameiro

    Combined well with the rest of PSG's attackers, but couldn't really impose himself in that time.

  • Fabien Audard
    14
    3
    4.50

    Fabien Audard

    Had a fine game but was powerless to prevent both goals. Arguably Audard's best game in a Lorient shirt. Without him PSG could've scored four or five.

  • Lamine Kone
    5
    3
    2.50

    Lamine Kone

    The right-back wasn't as influential as his defensive team-mates, but still ensured a solid performance. Like many of the Lorient players, lost concentration after a brilliant first-half performance.

  • Bruno Ecuele Manga
    6
    0
    3.00

    Bruno Ecuele Manga

    The Gabonese international produced a defensive masterclass in the first half to limit and frustrate the hosts. A number of last-ditch tackles proved his ability, but replaced after picking up an injury.

  • Grégory Bourillon
    3
    8
    2.00

    Grégory Bourillon

    Solid performer for half an hour, but tailed off miserably. Out-jumped by Ibrahimovic and subsequently sent off after giving away a penalty. Undid most of his team's good work

  • Lucas Mareque
    6
    1
    3.50

    Lucas Mareque

    Enjoyed a good game and provided an outlet down the left-flank. Provided Aliadiere with a fine assist for his wonderful goal.

  • Alaixys Romao
    4
    3
    2.50

    Alaixys Romao

    Unassuming in his play, but Romao produced a solid performance to limit Bodmer's activity. Made mistakes towards the end, but a solid showing.

  • Arnold Mvuemba
    4
    2
    3.50

    Arnold Mvuemba

    Linked the defence and attack in a memorable first 45 minutes,. Along with Romao, he kept Lavezzi and Verratti in check, but couldn't do much with PSG's fightback.

  • Yann Jouffre
    5
    0
    3.00

    Yann Jouffre

    Took to his midfield duties well and provided a fourth option to Lorient's over-flowing attack. Fluid at times and clumsy on occasions, Jouffre became slightly error-prone in the second period.

  • Alain Traoré
    11
    0
    4.00

    Alain Traoré

    Lorient's record signing looks like money well spent. Terrorised Alex and Sako with strike partner Aliadiere. Could have done better with finishing to put Les Merlus out of sight.

  • Jeremie Aliadiere
    16
    0
    3.50

    Jeremie Aliadiere

    Scored a wonderful individual goal and was a persistent threat in the final third. He had a great game.

  • Kevin Monnet-Paquet
    8
    0
    3.50

    Kevin Monnet-Paquet

    Provided the source for many of Lorient's counter-attacks in tonight's game. Gained an assist in the first four minutes with his pace beating out Maxwell to the own goal. Sometimes lacking in end product.

Substitutions

  • Mathieu Coutadeur
    1
    4
    2.00

    Mathieu Coutadeur

    Replaced Ecuele-Manga after half-time, but lacked concentration and gave away possession on occasions. Couldn't stop Ibrahimovic and the PSG pressure late on.

Results
 
Top Scorers
Player   Goals Penalties
Zlatan Ibrahimovic Zlatan Ibrahimovic
Striker
PSG
30 4
Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang
Striker
AS Saint-Etienne
19 1
Darío Cvitanich Darío Cvitanich
Striker
Nice
18 5
Bafetimbi Gomis Bafetimbi Gomis
Striker
Lyon
16 4
Anthony Modeste Anthony Modeste
Striker
Bastia
15 3