Overview
- Paris Saint‑Germain beat Flamengo on penalties after a 1-1 draw, with Matvey Safonov saving four consecutive spot kicks to secure the Intercontinental Cup.
- PSG announced the goalkeeper has a fracture in his left hand, and Luis Enrique said staff believe it occurred on the third kick as Safonov finished the shootout while injured.
- The club’s medical update sets a new evaluation in 3–4 weeks, ruling Safonov out of Saturday’s Coupe de France tie against fifth‑tier Vendée Fontenay.
- With Safonov sidelined, Lucas Chevalier could return in goal or third keeper Renato Marin may get the start, according to team guidance reported by local media.
- Footage circulating on social media showed Safonov and staff consulting notes before the shootout, and a VAR review upheld his save of Pedro’s penalty after Flamengo’s complaint.