Ferran Torres scored twice for Paris Saint-Germain in his debut, helping the team salvage a draw at Rennes in their Ligue 1 opener. The match was played on a severely damaged pitch in Brittany, after the fixture was reversed due to heatwaves affecting the capital.
PSG's Season Opener Ends in Dramatic Fashion
Torres, a 26-year-old World Cup winner, replaced Ballon d'Or winner Ousmane Dembele at half-time and went on to score in the 71st and 82nd minutes. The former Manchester City forward completed a reported £42.7m move from Barcelona on 15 August.
Rennes' Lead Was Short-Lived
Rennes took the lead in the ninth minute, thanks to a goal from Sebastian Szymanski, and doubled it before the break with a goal from Esteban Lepaul. However, PSG's quality on the bench ultimately told, as Luis Enrique made the necessary changes to turn the game around.
PSG's Title Defence Continues
PSG are aiming to win their sixth consecutive Ligue 1 title this season, as well as a third straight Champions League trophy. Despite the poor start to their campaign, the French champions remain confident of achieving their goals. The draw against Rennes will be seen as a minor setback, but one that can be overcome with a strong team effort.
What's Next for PSG
PSG will look to bounce back from this disappointing start and continue their title defence. With a strong squad and a experienced coach in Luis Enrique, they will be looking to make a statement in their next match. The question on everyone's lips is: can they recover from this setback and go on to win their sixth consecutive Ligue 1 title? Only time will tell.
Source: Joy Online
