PSG-Arsenal: Gianluigi Donnarumma, from weak link to “superhero” of Paris Saint-Germain in the Champions League

“His hand is a clod of butter”, “he is not reliable”, “he committed the dumpling of too”… The rating of Gianluigi Donnarumma was at the bottom, after the defeat of Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) against Liverpool (0-1), on March 5, in the round of 16 go to the Champions League (LDC). The English had produced a perfect “heist” at the Parc des Princes. While the doorman of the Reds, Alisson, had been an insurmountable rampart, by making nine stops, the Italian goalkeeper of PSG had not had his hand firm enough to repel the only opposing shot. Once again, “Gigio” had been pointed out for not having released the capital parade in a big meeting, which had rekindled the debate on its status with the French champion.

Less than two months later, the wind turned. While the capital’s club is preparing to receive Arsenal in the LDC semi-finals, Wednesday, May 7, after having won (0-1) on the Gunners lawn on the outward journey, the Parisians will bet on their porter to help them qualify for the final. Italian has changed their status: it is now considered a “Heroes” Or rather like a “Savior”after being decisive during three meetings at the Summit in LDC. All in England, all outside, which allowed its training to reach the last square in European competition.

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