Cheers for Safonov: PSG Celebrates the Russian Goalkeepers Heroics

Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) took to the social media platform X to share a post encouraging fans to express their gratitude towards Russian goalkeeper Matvey Safonov after the final match of the 2025 Intercontinental Cup, where the French club triumphed over Brazil’s Flamengo in a penalty shootout, following a 1-1 draw (2-1 on penalties). Safonov made four crucial saves during the shootout.

«Show your appreciation for Safonov here,» the PSG account tweeted.

In regular time, PSG winger Khvicha Kvaratskhelia opened the scoring in the 38th minute, while Flamengo midfielder Jorge equalized with a penalty in the 62nd minute.

The Intercontinental Cup final featured the winners of the top club tournaments in Europe and South America: the UEFA Champions League and the Copa Libertadores.