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Zlatan stayed on the bench when PSG beat Rennes 1-0 tonight. Zlatan wanted to play but didn't feel well, read his thoughts after the game.
Tonight, PSG won the away match against Rennes 1-0. You rested due to important upcoming matches and had to follow the whole match from the bench. What do you think of the match and the win?
Which players would you like to give extra praise for the PSG win?
Now, all attention turns to the match Tuesday night against Real Madrid. How is the cold and did it feel okay to pass on the match tonight?
Source: Zlatan Unplugged.
PSG manager Laurent Blanc rested several players before Tuesday's clash with Real Madrid in tonight's game against Rennes. Cavani was not even in the squad and Zlatan, Verratti and Motta was on the bench. But PSG's big squad showed to be enough, PSG won 1-0 after a late goal from Di Maria.
Rennes played well defensively and kept the score 0-0 for a long time despite several chances for PSG. But the longer the game went, the more tired the Rennes-players got.
And in the 79th minute this summer's big transfer Angel Di Maria showed his greatness. A beautiful setup-pass by (subbed) Verrratti reached Lucas Moura who passed to Di Maria. The Argentinian struck with a clean, nice left volley. Hard and low, too difficult for goalkeeper Costil to save.
PSG did what they had to, Zlatan didn't even have to get off the bench and is hopefully rested and ready for Real Madrid on Tuesday.
PSG leads Ligue 1 in great fashion with 32 points after 12 games.
Source: psg.fr.
On Tuesday PSG travel to Madrid for the important Champions League-game against Real but first they play Rennes away on Friday 20.30. Read Zlatan's thoughts before the game.
Tomorrow you face Rennes away, who at the moment is in seventh place in the league. What are your thoughts about the match?
You were substituted in the 70th minute of your last match due to a cold and fever. How do you feel today?
Just four days after the match against Rennes you meet Real Madrid away. How will this affect your performance and lineup tomorrow?
Looking statistically at your season it's evident that it's in the last fifteen minutes of the matches that you concede the most goals. On the other hand, it's also during this time you score the most goals by far. How come your scoring average increases so drastically in the last quarter?
Source: Zlatan Unplugged.
Zlatan and striker partner Edinson Cavani found each other brilliantly when PSG beat Saint-Étienne 4-1. Zlatan scored a goal and assisted Cavani to another. Read his thoughts after the game.
The match against the expected top team Saint-Etienne ended in a quite comfortable 4-1 win for PSG. What do you think of the match?
You keep having a good time against Saint-Etienne and tonight you scored your twelfth goal against the team. How come you score so many goals against the Loire team in green?
Scoring was led off by Layvin Kurzawa and it was the left-wing defender's first goal in the PSG jersey. What qualities do you see in Kurzawa and how do you think he is managing his first season with the team?
The following two PSG goals were made after beautiful combinations by you and Edinson Cavani. What is it that makes the collaboration between the two of you work so well – and keeps getting better for every match?
You were substituted with twenty minutes left in the match. Was it a tactical decision or did you feel one of your previous injuries?
Source: Zlatan Unplugged.
Discussions have existed whether or not Zlatan and Cavani work together enough as strikers. Tonight they showed amazing teamwork and served each other one goal each when PSG completely dominated Saint-Étienne 4-1.
Sunday 21.00 it's time for PSG-Saint Étienne on Parc des Princes. Blanc has selected the exact same squad as last time against Real Madrid, only David Luiz is missing.
PSG-squad:
AURIER Serge
CAVANI Edinson
DI MARIA Angel
IBRAHIMOVIC Zlatan
KURZAWA Layvin
LAVEZZI Ezequiel
LUCAS
MARQUINHOS
MATUIDI Blaise
MAXWELL
PASTORE Javier
RABIOT Adrien
SIRIGU Salvatore
STAMBOULI Benjamin
THIAGO MOTTA
THIAGO SILVA
TRAPP Kevin
VAN DER WIEL Gregory
VERRATTI Marco
Source: psg.fr.
Zlatan is ready for yet another Ligue 1-game, at home against Saint-Étienne. Read his thoughts before the game.
Sunday night you close the 11th round of Ligue 1 as you receive AS Saint-Etienne. The two last meetings with ASSE have ended in comfortable PSG wins, 4-1 and 5-0. What are your thoughts about the match tomorrow?
The match against Saint-Etienne is your third match in eight days. What is the physical status of team?
The kickoff tomorrow is quite late and the referee Clément Turpin doesn't give the start signal at Parc des Princes until 21.00. How much are you affected by what time the match is played – and at what time do you prefer to play?
In both of you previous matches against AS Saint-Etienne you have made a hat trick. Are there certain teams you feel better meeting – and in that case is Saint-Etienne one of them?
Source: Zlatan Unplugged.
PSG and Real Madrid played 0-0 in a tight, closed game in the Champions League Group A final. Zlatan played 90 minutes, read his thoughts after the game.
The clash between the two giants PSG and Real Madrid ended 0-0 after a match where neither team wanted to risk too much. Is it a match and a result you are happy with?
What do you think of your own performance and the role you got in the match?
Already in the next round of the Champions League you will face Real Madrid again. What do you need to improve to shake "Los Merengues” at Estadio Santiago Bernabéu?
Source: Zlatan Unplugged.
Despite two teams with great offensive strength the final in group A ended goalless.
In an even game with few risks PSG and Real Madrid played 0-0.
Today FIFA together with France Football announced the final 23 players long shortlist for the 2015 Ballon D'Or 'Best player in the world'-price. Zlatan is nominated.
As the only PSG-player Zlatan is on the Ballon D'Or-shortlist for the 10th time total, and fourth straight year. His best position was 4th in 2013 and he has been in the top 10 five times.
National team coaches and captains as well as one journalist/country will vote on their top 3 and then the results will be revealed on the FIFA Ballon D'Or gala in Zürich on 16 January 2016.
Zlatan's previous nominations to Ballon D'Or - and final position after the voting:
2003 - 20th.
2004 - 14th.
2005 - 8th.
2007 - 7th.
2008 - 9th.
2009 - 7th.
2012 - 10th.
2013 - 4th.
2014 - 13th.
2015 - ?
FIFA Ballon D'Or Shortlist 2015:
Sergio Agüero, Argentina (Manchester City)
Gareth Bale, Wales (Real Madrid)
Karim Benzema, France (Real Madrid)
Cristiano Ronaldo, Portugal (Real Madrid)
Kevin De Bruyne, Belgium (Wolfsburg/Manchester City)
Eden Hazard, Belgium (Chelsea)
Zlatan Ibrahimović, Sverige (Paris Saint-Germain)
Andrés Iniesta, Spain (Barcelona)
Toni Kroos, Germany (Real Madrid)
Robert Lewandowski, Poland (Bayern Münich)
Javier Mascherano, Argentine (Barcelona)
Lionel Messi, Argentine (Barcelona)
Thomas Müller, Germany (Bayern Münich)
Manuel Neuer, Germany (Bayern Münich)
Neymar, Brazil (Barcelona)
Paul Pogba, France (Juventus)
Ivan Rakitic, Croatia (Barcelona)
Arjen Robben, Holland (Bayern Münich)
James Rodríguez, Colombia (Real Madrid)
Alexis Sánchez, Chile (Arsenal)
Luis Suárez, Uruguay (Barcelona)
Yaya Touré, Ivory Coast (Manchester City)
Arturo Vidal, Chile (Juventus/FC Bayern Münich)
Source: fifa.com.
Wednesday 20.45 It's time for the biggest Champions League-game of the season. PSG-Real Madrid on Parc des Princes. Read Zlatan's thoughts before the game.
Tomorrow, two giants clash as your PSG takes on Real Madrid. What kind of match do you anticipate – and who would you say are favorites?
Today, FIFA presented 23 players that are nominated for Ballon d'Or. From PSG one player is nominated, a certain Zlatan Ibrahimovic. From Real Madrid no less than five players have made the list, among them the title-holder Cristiano Ronaldo. What do you think of the nominations and who would you say is favorite to win the title this year?
Carlo Ancelotti, previous coach for both Paris Saint-Germain and Real Madrid has said that he sees a lot of similarities between you and Cristiano Ronaldo when it comes to professionalism and the will to win. Do you see any similarities between yourself and Real Madrid's star player?
You have decided big matches against Real Madrid before. What do you think about repeating El Clásico 2009 – 1-0 for the home team with Ibrahimovic as the only scorer?
Source: Zlatan Unplugged.
Tomorrow PSG take on Real Madrid on Parc des Princes in the 3rd round of the UEFA Champions League Group stage. Zlatan is in the squad, PSG only have David Luiz out due to a knee injury.
PSG-squad:
AURIER Serge
CAVANI Edinson
DI MARIA Angel
IBRAHIMOVIC Zlatan
KURZAWA Layvin
LAVEZZI Ezequiel
LUCAS
MARQUINHOS
MATUIDI Blaise
MAXWELL
PASTORE Javier
RABIOT Adrien
SIRIGU Salvatore
STAMBOULI Benjamin
THIAGO MOTTA
THIAGO SILVA
TRAPP Kevin
VAN DER WIEL Gregory
VERRATTI Marco
Source: psg.fr.
Sweden was drawn one of the tougher opponents for the EURO 2016 Qualification Playoff Draw today: Denmark. The two games will be played on 14 and 17 November, first game will be played in Stockholm, Sweden.
UEFA EURO 2016 Qualification Playoff.
• Norway vs Hungary: 12/15 November
• Bosnia and Herzegovina vs Republic of Ireland: 13/16 November
• Ukraine vs Slovenia: 14*/17 November
• Sweden vs Denmark: 14/17 November
All kick-offs 20.45CET except *18.00CET (Ukraine v Slovenia first leg).
Source: uefa.com.
Zlatan scored twice when PSG beat Bastia 2-0. It was his 5th and 6th league-goal and 6th goal in the last 5 PSG-games. Read his thoughts after the game.
The winning streak continued tonight as you got the eighth win of the season, away against Bastia. What do you think of the match and your performance?
You scored both of PSG's goals in beautiful collaboration with Cavani and Aurier. Describe the goals and what went through your mind.
After a start to the season where it seemed you couldn't get started scoring you have now scored six goals in the last four league matches. Are you getting close to top form?
Now all attention turns to the match on Wednesday, at home against Real Madrid. What do you need to change and improve on before the meeting with the Spaniards?
Source: Zlatan Unplugged.
Bastia-PSG was 0-0.
Then Zlatan scored. And again.
The two goals, Zlatan't 5th and 6th in Ligue 1 decided the game.
PSG won 2-0.
What do you say after the game?
You scored again on Friends Arena. Tell us how important it was.
How is your achilles tendon?
Had you wanted want to play on?
What did these two games give, looking forward to what's ahead?
Can the experience from playing playoff before be important in the upcoming games?
It got a bit slow and boring at the end, you must have felt it too. Is it understandable?
We got to see both Guidetti and Lewicki, two U21-players people have been talking about. What do you think of their performance and their future in the national team?
How did the collaboration with Guidetti work?
If we are looking to the playoff, is there anyone you would prefer to get or not get?
What's the keys you think?
Source: Zlatan Unplugged.
Sweden beat Moldova 2-0 and Zlatan scored his 59th Sweden-goal. At the same time Russia beat Montenegro and secured the second place which means that Sweden are through to playoff. Read Zlatan's thoughts after the game.
You played 57 minutes and scored a goal in today's 2-0 win against Moldova. An expected victory – what are your feelings directly after the match?
There were two new players on the starting lineup today – the heroes from U21 Lewicki and Guidetti. As team captain how do you grade their performance today?
It looks like you will go on to playoff if you beat Moldova tomorrow. A deciding double meeting where you could face one of our neighboring countries, Norway or Denmark. Is there an opponent you would prefer in the playoff?
Source: Zlatan Unplugged.
Zlatan scored his 59th Sweden-goal.
Sweden beat Moldova.
But since Russia did what they had to against Montenegro, playoff now awaits Sweden.
Sweden did what they had to against Liechtenstein and tomorrow it's time for the last group G-game against Moldova. Sweden are through to playoff but can get directly qualified if they win and Russia loses against Montenegro. Read Zlatan's thoughts before the game.
Tomorrow the Euro qualification will be decided as you face Moldova at home on Friends Arena. Your opponent is last in Group G and you beat them 2-0 away. What are your thoughts about the match tomorrow?
Two offensive players on the starting lineup against Liechtenstein, Jimmy Durmaz and Marcus Berg, will be missing tomorrow due to injuries. What will be the keys to get the offense working anyway?
There has been media speculation about your injury problems, and whether you will be able to play the match tomorrow. How do you feel physically?
It looks like you will go on to playoff if you beat Moldova tomorrow. A deciding double meeting where you could face one of our neighboring countries, Norway or Denmark. Is there an opponent you would prefer in the playoff?
Source: Zlatan Unplugged.
Sweden did what they had to and beat Liechtenstein 0-2. Zlatan missed a penalty but scored in the second. Read his thoughts after the game.
You scored a goal and Sweden won 2-0 against Liechtenstein. Is this a result and performance you are pleased with?
At Stadionul Zimbru in Moldova Russia got a 2-1 win and keeps a firm grip on second place in Group G. Do you still believe in the possibility to reach the Championship as number two in the group or are you starting to get ready for playoff?
Two players from the U21 team got a chance to play in the second half. How do you think John Guidetti and Oscar Lewicki coped on this higher level?
From tonight's match, what do you bring to the coming matches – at home against Moldova and possibly a double meeting in the playoff?
Source: Zlatan Unplugged.
Some football games only have one outcome and this was one of them.
Zlatan scored his 58th goal for Sweden and Liechtenstein was simply beaten 2-0. One qualifier left for Sweden and the hope is still there.
Tonight Sweden are playing Liechtenstein in one of two remaining EURO-qualifiers. They most likely must win both tonight and on Monday against Moldova to still have the chance to go through, either directly (coming 2nd) or to playoff (3rd). Read Zlatan's thoughts before the game.
In the match against Liechtenstein Sweden will be the dominating team. Is it always an advantage to have that role?
After two heavy losses you are up against Liechtenstein tomorrow. Besides avoiding the mistakes from previous matches, will there be any tactical changes?
At team practice today you played a match where Skåne met the rest of Sweden. Is it a prestigious fight?
Source: Zlatan Unplugged.
Zlatan met the Swedish press today, before the two remaining EURO 2016 qualifiers against Liechtenstein and Moldova. He spoke about the national team, his goal record in PSG and that "discussions are being" held about a potential "Zlatan movie".
Source: fotbollskanalen.se
Zlatan scored his 109th and 110th goal yesterday when PSG beat Marseille. He broke Pauleta's record and became the top goalscorer in PSG history. Read his thoughts after the game.
After the two goals tonight, your 109th and 110th for the club, we can now securely congratulate you on being PSG's all-time leading scorer. How does it feel to have reached this legendary status in Paris Saint-Germain?
Yesterday you said that it would be really memorable to beat the scoring record by deciding Le Classique. Today you scored the two winning goals and also became the player to have scored the most goals in Le Classique matches ever. Is it the big matches that bring out the best in you?
Already in the 70th minute you stepped of the pitch, which doesn't happen very often. How come you were substituted unusually early?
With the scoring record today you put your name in the Parisian history books, what is the next record to beat?
Source: Zlatan Unplugged.
So he did it.
Broke the record.
Two great penalties when PSG won Le Classique means that Zlatan Ibrahimović is the top goalscorer in Paris Saint-Germain's entire history.
Today it's Zlatan's birthday and tomorrow it's PSG-Marseille. Zlatan is in the squad and ready to beat the PSG goal record. Read Zlatan's thought before the game.
Congratulations on your birthday! How are you spending your 34th birthday?
In an interview with FIFA TV you share what Paris means to you and that you see the city as the center of Europe. Does Paris feel like home now and are you starting to a hang of the language?
Tomorrow, France's two biggest cities and football clubs meet in the classic bout Le Classique. Have the matches against Marseille become more important to you now that Paris has become more and more important to you?
The hunt for your 109th goal for PSG continues, a goal that would make you historic as the French capital's best scorer of all time. How about beating the record by deciding Le Classique tomorrow?
Source: Zlatan Unplugged.
Sunday 21.00 PSG play Marseille at Parc des Princes. Zlatan is in the squad, PSG have no key players missing.
PSG leads Ligue 1, two points before Angers (with one less game played.)
1. PSG, 8 games, 20 points.
2. Angers, 9 games, 18 points.
3. Saint-Étienne, 8 games, 16 points.
4. Rennes, 8 games, 15 points.
PSG-squad:
AURIER Serge
CAVANI Edinson
DAVID LUIZ
DI MARIA Angel
IBRAHIMOVIC Zlatan
KURZAWA Layvin
LAVEZZI Ezequiel
LUCAS
MARQUINHOS
MATUIDI Blaise
MAXWELL
PASTORE Javier
RABIOT Adrien
SIRIGU Salvatore
STAMBOULI Benjamin
THIAGO MOTTA
THIAGO SILVA
TRAPP Kevin
VAN DER WIEL Gregory
VERRATTI Marco
Source: psg.fr.
To celebrate his birthday FIFA has made this video for and about Zlatan. Interview with Ibra as well as teammates Silva, Luiz, Pastore and manager Blanc.
(FIFA has disabled the video to be played here, so please click "Watch on youtube" and you will be redirected to youtube.com.)
Source: fifa.com.
Zlatan has been selected in manager Erik Hamrén's Sweden-squad for the two remaining EURO 2016 Qualification-games in October. 23 players are in the squad, including newly called up John Guidetti, Celta Vigo.
Sweden are playing Liechtenstein away and Moldova at home and are most likely forced to win both games to even go to playoff (third position) and definitely to be directly qualified (second position).
Sweden-squad:
Goalkeepers:
Andreas Isaksson, Kasimpasa.
Kristoffer Nordfeldt, Swansea.
Robin Olsen, Paok Thessaloniki.
Defenders:
Pierre Bengtsson, Mainz.
Mikael Antonsson, FC Köpenhamn.
Andreas Granqvist, Krasnodar.
Erik Johansson, Gent.
Mikael Lustig, Celtic.
Martin Olsson, Norwich.
Filip Helander, Verona.
Sebastian Larson, Sunderland.
Midfielders/Strikers:
Marcus Berg, Panathinaikos.
Jimmy Durmaz, Olympiakos.
Albin Ekdal, Hamburg.
Emil Forsberg, Leipzig.
ZLATAN IBRAHIMOVIĆ, PSG.
Abdulrahman Khalili, Mersin Idmanyurdu.
Kim Källström, Grasshoppers.
Oscar Lewicki, Malmö FF.
Isaac Kiese Thelin, Bordeaux.
Ola Toivonen, Rennes.
Pontus Wernbloom, CSKA Moskva.
Erkan Zengin, Trabzonspor.
John Guidetti, Celta Vigo.
Sweden-games left:
Fri 09 Oct 20.45. Liechtenstein-SWEDEN.
Mon 12 Oct 18.00. SWEDEN-Moldova.
Standings EURO 2016 Qualification Group G.
1. Austria (already directly qualified). 8 games, 22 points, +13.
2. Sweden. 8 games, 12 points, +2.
3. Russia. 7 games, 11 points, +10.
4. Montenegro. 7 games, 11 points, +3.
5. Liechtenstein. 8 games, 5 points, -19.
6. Moldova. 8 games, 2 points, -9.
Source: Swedish FA.
Watch Zlatan being interviewed by PSG.fr about his number 10, his position on the field and general form.
Source: psg.fr.
