Speaking to the media on the eve of the Champions League final, Paris Saint-Germain`s dynamic forward, Ousmane Dembélé, highlighted the critical need for the Ligue 1 champions to maintain their composure and focus throughout the highly anticipated match against Inter Milan.
As I`ve mentioned before, we are incredibly proud to have reached this final stage. We dedicated ourselves through hard work and successfully navigated challenging moments. Inter is known for being a very physical team with a solid defense, so we anticipate needing to withstand significant pressure. It`s essential that we approach the game with seriousness from the very beginning to the end, as even the smallest error could have severe consequences.
He further elaborated on the mental aspect of the game:
Managing our emotions will be paramount. We are fully aware of the immense excitement and anticipation surrounding this Champions League final, and we share that excitement. However, as we`ve constantly reminded ourselves throughout the week, we must control those feelings and play with a sense of calm and responsibility, while still embracing the joy of the occasion. Successfully mastering these emotions will, in my view, be one of the deciding factors in this match.
Having netted 33 goals this season, with the majority coming since the turn of the year, the former Barcelona player has undoubtedly been one of Europe`s most outstanding performers in 2025. Despite the potential implications of this match for his individual accolades, including the Ballon d’Or, Dembélé was quick to steer the conversation back to the team`s objectives.
When you are a player for Paris Saint-Germain, the most crucial objective is collective victory, particularly winning the Champions League. Above any personal recognition, my concentration is solely on the success of the team. While thoughts of individual awards have naturally crossed my mind, my primary focus remains firmly on our collective effort.
