Paris Saint-Germain’s Gianluigi Donnarumma is under intense scrutiny from French media after a crucial error allowed Atletico Madrid to secure a last-minute win at Parc des Princes on Wednesday.
The costly mistake has fueled doubts about the Italian goalkeeper’s form and reliability as PSG’s Champions League campaign hangs in the balance.
PSG’s Struggles Continue in Champions League
PSG’s rocky road in this season’s Champions League took another hit with a second loss in just four group-stage matches.
The team now sits in a precarious position, at risk of elimination—a disappointing scenario for a club with aspirations of European dominance.
Warren Zaire Emery managed to put PSG ahead early, but their momentum was short-lived as Atletico’s Nahuel Molina equalized in the first half, setting the stage for a tense, yet largely uninspiring match.
Correa’s Last-Minute Goal Stuns PSG
The game took a dramatic turn in the final seconds of added time when Atletico Madrid’s Angel Correa delivered a shocking blow to PSG.
Correa received a pass on the right, cut into the box, and launched a shot that Donnarumma couldn’t fully keep out.
Although the Italian managed to get a hand on it, his effort fell short, allowing the ball to slip through and secure three points for Diego Simeone’s side.
French Media Slams Donnarumma’s Performance
French sports outlet L’Equipe was quick to criticize Donnarumma’s performance, giving him a low rating of 3/10 and dubbing him “the invisible hand” for failing to block what many considered a saveable shot.
According to L’Equipe, it was a goal that a top-level goalkeeper “could and should have saved,” suggesting that such a mistake is out of place for a player at a club with PSG’s ambitions.
Pressure Mounts on Donnarumma’s Role as PSG’s No. 1
Donnarumma’s shaky form has now sparked a debate about his future as PSG’s first-choice goalkeeper.
With 10 matches played this season and 11 goals conceded, fans and analysts alike are questioning his consistency in high-stakes games.
As PSG looks to salvage its Champions League campaign, the pressure on Donnarumma to step up has never been higher.
The club’s next move—and his response on the field—could play a significant role in defining his future in Paris.
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