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Neymar explains why PSG failed to win UCL with Messi & Mbappe
Neymar opens up about the challenges faced by Paris Saint-Germain’s (PSG) star-studded attack featuring Lionel Messi and Kylian Mbappe and has revealed the reasons behind their failure to clinch the Champions League title.
Despite being dubbed as one of the most lethal attacking tridents in football, the trio couldn’t conquer Europe during their two seasons together at the Parc des Princes. Frustrated supporters and disappointing performances in continental football led Neymar to acknowledge that the three superstars simply “didn’t fit in” as expected
“We had a very strong team. Messi, Mbappé and I are three guys who are the best in the world. We knew it, but unfortunately we didn’t fit in. It wasn’t good for us,” he told in an interview with YouTuber Casimiro Miguel.
However, he acknowledged that football doesn’t always align with expectations, and success isn’t guaranteed, no matter the star power.
Despite being under contract until 2027, there have been rumors swirling around the potential departure of the Brazilian footballer from PSG. Both the Premier League and Saudi Arabia have shown considerable interest in him. Nevertheless, Neymar has expressed his strong desire to stay at the French capital for the upcoming season. He is determined to perform at his best after making a successful recovery from his ankle injury and getting back into action on the field.
“I have a contract. Until now nobody has informed me otherwise. I want to recover well. Winning is always my goal, but I want to play well again, that’s the first thing,” he stated.