Paris Saint Germain 1-1 Newcastle United Player Ratings: Stalemate After Tense Night at the Parc des Princes

A tense night of Champions League football at the Parc des Princes ended with Paris Saint-Germain and Newcastle United settling for a 1-1 draw.

One of the best clubs in the world, PSG, will see this as two points dropped, while Newcastle will happily take a hard-earned point from a relentless away performance. The match burst into life almost immediately.

An early handball from Lewis Miley handed PSG a penalty inside the opening minutes, but Nick Pope set the tone for his night with a superb save to deny Ousmane Dembélé. The hosts kept pushing and were rewarded when Vitinha unleashed a stunning long-range strike to break the deadlock.

Despite PSG’s control, Newcastle struck back just before halftime. Against the run of play, Joe Willock rose highest to head home an equaliser, giving the visitors a lifeline heading into the break. The second half turned into a sustained PSG onslaught, with chance after chance falling their way. What stood out to us was Newcastle’s resilience, led by an inspired Pope, who produced a series of crucial saves to preserve the draw.

It was a gritty, disciplined display that earned the Magpies a valuable point on a demanding European night. Let’s take a look at Sportsdunia’s PSG vs Newcastle United player ratings from the Champions League clash.

Key Takeaways

• The hosts controlled the game but failed to convert their chances, including an early missed penalty.
• Pope’s heroics and a disciplined defensive display kept the Magpies in the contest.
• Willock’s header before halftime earned Newcastle a hard-fought 1–1 draw.

Paris Saint Germain Player Ratings vs Newcastle United

Let's take a glimpse at the Paris Saint Germain Player Ratings.

Goalkeeper

Matvey Safonov - 6.0: Had very little to do for most of the game as his side dominated possession. He made a couple of comfortable saves but stood no chance with Willock's powerful, close-range header. An otherwise quiet evening for the PSG shot-stopper, where he was largely a spectator to the action at the other end.

Defenders

Achraf Hakimi - 7.0: A constant outlet on the right flank. He was tidy in possession and tried to make things happen, even getting a couple of shots away. Defensively, he wasn't tested much but did his duties when required. What stood out was his engine, getting up and down the pitch all night.

Marquinhos - 7.0: The captain was a calming presence at the back. Read the game well, making three interceptions and looking composed on the ball with a 95% pass accuracy. He organized the backline effectively and was rarely troubled by Newcastle's sporadic attacks. A solid, if unspectacular, performance from the Brazilian.

Willian Pacho - 7.5: We were impressed by Pacho. He was a rock, making a staggering nine clearances to repel Newcastle's attacks. Strong in the air and decisive in the tackle, he also showed he can play, stepping out with the ball and even creating a chance. A very promising display.

Nuno Mendes - 7.5: An absolute menace down the left side. His dribbling caused problems, and he was always looking to create, whipping in crosses and setting up two key passes. He was a key part of PSG's attacking onslaught and looked dangerous every time he ventured forward. A great attacking display from the full-back.

Midfielders

Vitinha - 9.0: The best player on the park, without a doubt. From our perspective, he ran the show. Scored an absolute screamer from distance to open the scoring. He was everywhere, with 127 touches, and his passing was sublime, dictating the tempo of the game. A truly dominant, man-of-the-match performance.

Warren Zaïre-Emery - 8.0: What a creative force. The youngster was the creative hub for PSG, creating a remarkable five chances for his teammates. His vision and weight of pass were exceptional, and he was unlucky not to end the game with at least one assist. A mature and influential display beyond his years.

João Neves - 7.0: The engine room of the midfield. He was tenacious, winning 8 of his 15 duels and recovering the ball effectively. While others provided the flair, he provided the grit and steel, breaking up play and keeping things ticking over. A tireless and very effective performance.

Forwards

Ousmane Dembélé - 4.5: A night to forget for the Frenchman. He had the golden opportunity to give his team the lead from the spot but his penalty was saved. That miss seemed to drain his confidence. He had seven shots but missed three big chances and looked utterly frustrated. So much talent but so little end product on the night.

Bradley Barcola - 6.0: Showed flashes of his skill and pace but struggled to make a decisive impact on the game. He was involved in some nice link-up play but was a bit on the periphery before being substituted. A quiet evening for the young attacker.

Khvicha Kvaratskhelia - 7.0: Looked incredibly sharp in his 22 minutes on the pitch. He provided a lovely assist for Vitinha's goal and seemed destined for a great night. It was a real shame to see him forced off with an injury so early. PSG missed his directness after he departed.

Manager

L. Martínez García - 6.5: His team completely dominated the game in terms of stats and territory. However, he will be pulling his hair out at their inability to convert chances. The tactics were there to win, but the execution in the final third, particularly from Dembélé, let him down badly.

Newcastle United Player Ratings vs Paris Saint Germain

Here's a look at the Newcastle United Player Ratings.

Goalkeeper

Nick Pope - 9.0: Newcastle's hero. An absolutely colossal performance. The early penalty save from Dembélé was a game-changing moment. He followed that up with six saves in total, including several crucial stops in the second half to keep PSG at bay. He was the sole reason Newcastle left with a point. Outstanding.

Defenders

Dan Burn - 7.5: A true captain's display. He was a warrior at the back, putting his body on the line with blocks and clearances. Then, he popped up at the other end with a clever header to assist the equalizer. He led by example and was a huge presence for his team under immense pressure.

Sven Botman - 7.0: Composed and solid. Made six clearances and an important interception as he marshalled the backline alongside his captain. He was put under a lot of pressure but stood tall, reading the danger well and making very few mistakes. A really mature defensive performance.

Malick Thiaw - 7.0: A battler. He threw himself in front of everything, registering three blocked shots, which were vital. He was physically imposing and didn't shy away from the challenge against PSG's fluid attackers. A gritty and determined display from the centre-back.

Lewis Hall - 6.0: A mixed bag for the young defender. He was caught in possession a few times, but also made three key interceptions and a crucial block. He struggled at times with the pace of the game, but he stuck to his task and didn't hide. A tough learning experience.

Midfielders

Sandro Tonali - 7.0: Covered an immense amount of ground. He was the creative spark in a team that spent most of the game defending, creating three chances. He worked tirelessly off the ball, making 10 ball recoveries. A performance full of energy and quality when he got on the ball.

Jacob Ramsey - 7.5: An all-action performance. He was combative and energetic, winning 8 of his 11 duels and making four tackles. He was a disruptive force in midfield, constantly breaking up PSG's rhythm. From our perspective, he was one of the unsung heroes of this result.

Lewis Miley - 6.0: The youngster had a nightmare start, conceding the penalty with a handball. To his credit, he didn't let his head drop. He regained his composure and was incredibly tidy in possession with a 91% pass accuracy. It was a huge test of character and he passed it.

Forwards

Joe Willock - 8.0: The goalscorer! He offered very little for 45 minutes and then produced the decisive moment. A fantastic run and a powerful header to grab the crucial equalizer. His goal changed the entire complexion of the game and earned his team a valuable point. Clinical when it mattered.

Anthony Elanga - 5.5: A frustrating night. He worked hard but struggled to get into the game and provided little threat. He picked up a yellow card and was eventually substituted. Not his best night, as he found it difficult against a top-quality defence.

Nick Woltemade - 5.5: He was tasked with the thankless job of leading the line and holding up the ball. He battled hard in the air but was isolated for long periods and struggled to make an impact. A difficult evening where service was almost non-existent for him.

Manager

E. Howe - 8.0: A tactical masterclass in resilience. He set his team up to be compact and difficult to beat. They rode their luck, but the game plan worked to perfection. His team showed incredible spirit and organisation to frustrate a European giant and snatch a point. He'll be immensely proud.

Man of the Match

Vitinha was Sportsdunia's man of the match.

Worst Performer

Ousmane Dembélé was the worst performer in the Paris Saint Germain vs Newcastle United.