Matvey Safonov Reflects on His Stellar Debut Season with PSG

Russian goalkeeper of Paris Saint-Germain, **[Matvei Safonov](https://www.example.com)**, reflected on his first season in Europe with the French team.

At 26 years old, Safonov played 17 matches for PSG last season, conceding 13 goals and managing to keep a clean sheet seven times. The Russian player achieved victory in the Champions League, Ligue 1, the Coupe de France, and the Trophée des Champions, and he also earned a silver medal at the FIFA Club World Cup.

«It was a fantastic first season in Europe with trophies, thrilling emotions, new connections, and invaluable experience. Of course, I want to have more playing time – that’s something I can influence through my hard work.

Even though I have a vacation coming up, I’m already mentally preparing for the new season, and I’ll be back in a couple of weeks to continue working on the field.

My American adventure has come to an end. Ahead of me is a short break, which I want to spend with my loved ones. After a month away from home, you realize how important it is to be somewhere that truly feels peaceful and comforting.

In the coming days, I have a nearly full day of travel and jet lag to contend with. It’s said that the journey home can be the toughest. Let’s see. I’ll definitely share my thoughts once I recover and get back into my routine,» Safonov wrote in his **[Telegram channel](https://www.example.com)**.