Pauleta: From The Azores looking for Glory

Rags to Riches

The History of PSG

The capital club was founded in 1970, thanks to the merger of Paris FC and Stade Saint-Germain. PSG has been playing in Ligue 1 since 1974.[1] Paris Saint-Germain have won 3 Ligue 1, 1 Ligue 2, 8 Coupe de France, 3 Coupe de la Ligue, 2 Trophée des Champions, 1 UEFA Cup Winners' Cup and 1 UEFA Intertoto Cup.
The Parc des Princes has been the home stadium of Paris Saint-Germain since 1974The Camp des Loges has been operating as a training centre for the club since 1970 The Tournoi de Paris has been hosted by PSG at the Parc des Princes since 1975.The crest and shirt of PSG were mainly designed by Daniel Hechter.The crest represents Paris through the Eiffel Tower and Saint-Germain-en-Laye through the fleur-de-lys between the legs of the tower. The shirt is blue with a red central vertical bar framed by white edgings. Allez Paris Saint-Germain, to the tune of "Go West" by Pet Shop Boys, is the official anthem of PSG. The lyrics of "Go West" were rewritten following suggestions made by the fans. Germain the lynx, meanwhile, is the mascot of the club.
Paris Saint-Germain shares an intense rivalry with Olympique de Marseille and contest the most notorious football match in France, known as Le Classique. PSG are the second best-supported football club in France after arch-rivals Marseille. "Ici c'est Paris" (This is Paris) is one of the club's most popular mottos. Qatar Investment Authority has been the sole shareholder of PSG since 2012 .Following QIA's takeover, PSG became the richest club in France and one of the richest clubs in the world.

Pauleta at PSG

Born in Ponta Delgada, São Miguel Island in the Azores, Pauleta started his career at youth level playing for local clubs in his native island, before turning professional with lower league clubs in Portugal, working his way up the ranks. He was part of F.C. Porto's youth team for a brief stint, but left soon due to homesickness.
Pauleta joined Paris Saint-Germain F.C. ahead of the 2003–04 season, signing a three-year contract in a reported €12 million transfer deal. He helped the capital side to its first silverware in six years, by scoring the only goal of the 2004 French Cup final against LB Châteauroux. Pauleta continued with his goal scoring exploits in the league, registering 18 goals in 37 games, as PSG finished the league in second place.
On 2 April 2006, Pauleta scored his first hat-trick for Paris Saint-Germain against former club Bordeaux, as the home side won 3–1. Despite reported interest from defending French champions Olympique Lyonnais, Pauleta stayed at Paris-Saint Germain to help them clinch the 2006 French Cup. He scored his 99th and 100th overall goals for PSG in heroic fashion, off a fantastic volley and a textbook header respectively.
After 2007–08, as PSG faced relegation until the very last matchday (eventually reaching safety at 16th), Pauleta retired from football after his last match on 17 May 2008, with the possible exception being if any of the Big three (S.L. Benfica, Sporting Clube de Portugal and Porto) in Portugal came calling, which they did not. He retired at 35 without having played one game in Portugal's top flight, subsequently staying at PSG.
In late May 2009, Pauleta played his farewell match, at the Parc des Princes, playing one half each with a team of friends and PSG – former and current – players. His son André, 13, replaced him at the end of the game, netting the final two goals.
Pauleta returned to football at the age of 37, joining amateurs Grupo Desportivo São Roque, in the Azores' regional leagues. He retired for good in June 2011.

Good luck! Going to have to ward off the challenge of Monaco next season Otherwise should be plain sailing and big spending!

As always very good updates mate!

Pauleta Appointment

Pauleta has been confirmed as the new coach of Paris St Germain, the club announced at a press conference held at the Parc des Princes on Friday.

The move comes after Carlo Ancelotti left the post earlier on Friday, marking a return to the touchline for Pauleta for the first time. The Portuguese former forward was pictured meeting PSG sporting director Leonardo in the French capital on Wednesday before Friday's confirmation he will take over the Ligue 1 Champions.

The deal, which took some time to put together, was confirmed after PSG revealed Ancelotti had left the post just an hour before Friday's press conference, which Pauleta attended. Ancelotti was constantly at the centre of scrutiny this season despite leading PSG to the top of the Ligue 1 table last season.

Italian international Marco Verratti is hoping that Pauleta will bring further glory at Paris Saint-Germain after his promising club career.

The former PSG tactician was appointed this morning and Marco is the first player to comment

“As Pauleta is the new Coach of PSG, there is obviously the chance he may change the team and bring in new faces,” the playmaker told Sky Sport Italia.

“But if he does bring then in it will be an added boost to me my team mates and the fans of this historic club.

“He will aim to bring ,” the youngster continued success and we all fully support him

“I’ve had very few Coaches, but, according to some of my colleagues who have had more, they say they’ve never seen such a young bright and enthusiastic coach.

“He is someone who gives you peace of mind and he knows how to manage great players.”

An Interview with Ibra

Zlatan, how did you enjoy the celebrations on Monday, despite the incidents...?

"It was extraordinary. The celebrations with the team and the supporters were really unbelievable, even if we never like to see things get out of control. We waited several weeks to be able to experience these moments. We could have won it earlier because we have been so close for several weeks, but in the end we managed to win in Lyon. We were so happy to be returning to Paris as champions of France."
What does it mean to you to become Ligue 1 champion with Paris?
"It's an huge honour, especially since the club hasn't won the title for so many years. We all came here to win, me more than anyone because I love winning, it my mentality, I'm a winner. I have won titles everywhere I played. We worked extremely hard all season to get here and today, this is my reward: to win the trophy!"

Can you explain what happened after the 1-0 win over Lyon, in the changing rooms at the Stade Gerland?

"It's very simple. Some people came to get me for the drugs test out on the pitch while I was celebrating with my teammates. They asked me to follow them to go and do the test. My teammates were having a massive party in the changing rooms so I asked if I could join them but they said no. I told them it wasn't right, but they said it was the rules. I had to wait for 20 minutes at the drugs test. No-one from the club came to get me because everyone was celebrating, which is how it should be. Finally someone from the club came to get me. Again the people from the drugs test said I couldn't leave but I only wanted one thing: celebrate with my team mates.Once I got to the changing rooms I was very angry and I explained to Leonardo what happened.I told him they were ruining my moment with the team. That's it, nothing more! Leo had nothing to do with it, despite what the newspapers say and what the pictures show on the television."

You were nominated for the UNFP Ligue 1 Player of the Year award and you won , along with your teammates Blaise Matuidi and Thiago Silva. What do you think about that?

"It's fantastic! But without the team, I am nothing. You can't do anything by yourself. Simply being nominated is unbelievable for me. If I win, that will be a bonus. This season has already been an excellent one for me and I'm very happy because I have improved as a footballer. I hope to win this award, but if I don't, I will be very happy if it is for one of my teammates."

Finally, there has been a lot written and said about your future... Can you tell us a bit more?

"It's true that a lot of people are asking me that question, about my future. But I still have two years left on my contract here in Paris and the club continues to build and get bigger and bigger. Personally, I feel part of this process. I hope the club continues to develop and strive towards its hopes and dreams. I think I will continue to be part of this project."

Very enjoyable start, I look forward to more

Pauleta : All Deals Done

Pauleta , the new PSG manager has said there will be no more signings this window after the Portuguese manager splashed £28 Million on three players:


Luis Muriel ( Udinese 13.5 Million)

Blistering pace, wonderful dribbling skills, lethal finishing, injury issues and weight problems - it’s easy to understand new PSG forward Muriel is known as “the Colombian Ronaldo”.

The former Udinese attacker has been burdened with the tag ever since he first came to prominence in his homeland with Deportivo Cali four years ago. Muriel’s natural talent was obvious from the moment he made his professional debut as an 18-year-old and, after just 11 appearances for the Verdiblancos (during which he scored nine goals).


Samed Yesil: ( Liverpool 4.1 Million)

Samed Yesil is one of Germany's most promising young strikers. Promoted rapidly through the youth ranks of the German national set-up, it was for the U17 team in the ld CupWorU’17 Finals under former Tottenham midfielder Steffen Freund that Yesil began to make a serious mark. His sixth goal arrived during their semi-final defeat by hosts Mexico, who would go on to win the tournament, but Freund's youngsters capped a strong campaign by claiming third place and he has been a success ever since is a future star



Adriano ( Barcelona 10.75 Million)

At Barca he was seen as a valuable back-up player, but could be considered transfer listed as you can buy a cheaper left back but he adds composure and experience to a defence that needs re shaping

Smart signings. Are you going to make the shirts?