PSG vs. Atalanta Player Ratings: Neymar seems to be missing despite being missed; Mbappe changes the dynamics of the game late

Keylor Navas (GK) 

The Costa Rican made some nice stops in this one, especially early. Had to come off with an injury. 

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(DEF) Juan Bernat

Horrible defending on Atalanta’s goal and regularly outclassed. He’s got speed but didn’t have the physicality on the wing. Got lost a bit on crosses as well.

4

(DEF) Presnel Kimpembe

The French defender did fairly well, though he was a little slow to react at times. Luckily for him, he didn’t make any big mistakes and was strong in the air.

6

(DEF) Thiago Silva

The leader of the backline was calm on the ball, helped clear out a few dangerous balls and was strong when needed. 

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(DEF) Thilo Kehrer

Held his position well, connected with his teammates and was sturdy on the right. Held set up second goal with a good pass to Neymar.  

5

(MID) Idrissa Gueye

Solid but not special. Had a bit of trouble reacting to Atalanta’s counter. Was taken off in the 72nd minute for Leandro Paredes.

5

(MID)  Ander Herrera

Never got to show his creativity. The Spanish midfielder was decent but didn’t impose himself. He was taken off in the second half for Julian Draxler.

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(MID) Marquinhos

The Brazilian played defensive midfield and was strong, but his biggest moment came on the equalizing goal in the 90th minute. One of the biggest goals in club history.

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(FWD) Neymar

Had a boatload of misses in the first half but was lively all game long. His unintentional assist on the equalizer was key to the comeback.

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(FWD) Mauro Icardi

Hardly noticeable. Wasn’t connected with this teammates at all and didn’t get a lot of good looks. 

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(FWD) Pablo Sarabia

Another player that really didn’t get into the game much. Did OK with the ball at his feet in some tight spaces, but he was hardly any good. 

4

Kylian Mbappe (SUB 1)

Completely changed the game. His speed and ability down the left made the difference, and he set up the winning goal. Crucial. 

8

Julian Draxler (SUB 2) 

Played just under 20 minutes but didn’t get into the game like he would have liked. 

4

Leandro Paredes (SUB 3) 

Brought some strength and stability to the midfield with Marco Verratti out injured. 

6

Thomas Tuchel

He was minutes away from probably losing his job. Now he lives to fight another day. His team must work on sharpness and how they react defensively. 

5

Marco Sportiello

He had some fantastic saves and kept his team in it. A shame for him not to have guided his team to the semis.

8

Mattia Caladra

A solid showing and was good late as well. Strong and smart on the ball.

6

Berat Djimsiti

Missed a great chance in attack but his defense was quite good. He just looked gassed. 

7

Rafael Toloi

Great in the air and strong passing the ball forward. Was the strongest player in defense but helpless late.

7

Robin Gosens

Good energy but not involved much. Defending was solid though when needed. 

5

Hans Hateboer

One of the strongest players. He was a great outlet and put some dangerous balls into the box.

7

Remo Freuler

Commanded the game at times and got forward to cause trouble. Sharp when passing to keep the flow of the ball going. 

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Marten de Roon

Physical and at times dominate. He was able to cut down some PSG counters and was super physical.

7

Alejandro Gomez

The Argentine was clever, quick and a bright spot for his team. He turned in tight spaces and was cheeky. 

8

Mario Pasalic

His goal in the first half was just amazing. He contributed time and time again and also did well to hold the ball up and get it wide. 

7

Duvan Zapata

A night to forget. Looked gassed toward the end of his shift and was hardly a threat. 

4

Ruslan Malinovskiy (SUB 1)

Was brought on to bring some more stability to the middle of the pitch, but it didn’t work. Caught out of position and offered little in attack

4

Jose Luis Palomino (SUB 2)

Had a half an hour on the pitch and had a couple good moments. Could do nothing late.

5

Luis Muriel (SUB 3)

Didn’t look good. Tried to do too much when he had the ball. 

4

Gian Piero Gasperini

A club legend for what he’s accomplished, but what a cruel way to go out. He deserves all the praise in the world. He made the smart changes, they just didn’t work.

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