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“[Lionel] Messi Hated it, Neymar Hated it” – After Al Hilal Star’s ‘Lived Through Hell’ Claim, PSG Ridiculed by Analyst

Published 10/26/2023, 1:48 PM EDT

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In the glittering soccer world, where clubs like Paris Saint-Germain are considered among the elite, there’s often more behind the scenes than in front of the eyes. As Neymar Jr. and Lionel Messi confirmed their departures from PSG earlier this summer, Neymar’s revelation about his time at PSG has sent shockwaves throughout the community. After completing his transfer to Saudi giants Al-Hilal, the Brazilian superstar claimed that his and Messi’s time at PSG was nothing short of a living hell.

However, in a recent debate, a famous soccer analyst reignited the discussion regarding Neymar’s comments about PSG. Let’s delve deep and unravel the latest remarks about PSG from a famous analyst.

Soccer analyst ridicules PSG once again after Neymar’s claims

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In a recent discussion on ESPN FC, Dan Thomas and prominent soccer analysts Craig Burnley, Ale Moreno, and Frank Leboeuf discussed the state of PSG and its future prospects. The discussion took an intriguing turn when former French defender Frank Leboeuf suggested that PSG’s star forward Kylian Mbappe might achieve even greater success after leaving Paris. Leboeuf’s optimism about Mbappe raised eyebrows. However, it was the follow-up comment from Dan Thomas that put Neymar’s past statements in focus.

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Responding to Leboeuf’s observation, Dan Thomas reminded everyone of Neymar’s previous candid assessment of his time at PSG, saying, “Paris! Messi hated it, Neymar hated it.” These words by Thomas reignited the debate once again, underscoring the severe discontent that two of the world’s most celebrated players experienced during their time in Paris.

The implications of Neymar’s statements have once again left soccer enthusiasts puzzled about the hidden struggles and pressures that the world’s top players face. Amid Kylian Mbappe’s contract saga with PSG and his consistent links with Real Madrid, the comments repeated by Dan Thomas once again raise questions about the complications at a club like PSG.

Neymar Jr.’s ‘living hell’ confession

Neymar’s departure from PSG was seen as a significant shift in his career. While it was expected that he might reveal the reasons behind his transfer, the comments he made left soccer enthusiasts and pundits shocked. The Brazilian forward declared that he and Messi had ‘lived through hell’ during their tenure in the French capital. The Al-Hilal forward shed light on the treatment they received from both the fans and the club, stating that it was akin to a nightmarish experience.

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Neymar Jr.’s candid revelation about his and Lionel Messi’s time at PSG as a ‘living hell’ has cast a long shadow over the reputation of the club. The subsequent discussion among the soccer experts has added more fuel, giving fans a lot to contemplate. While both superstars have now moved on to their new clubs, the revelations regarding their time at PSG continue to haunt the club’s image.

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Sahil Sharma

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Sahil Sharma is a soccer writer at EssentiallySports. He's been a fan since childhood, but his love for the sport truly took off when Real Madrid won their record 10th UEFA Champions League title in 2014. That famous La Decima triumph turned him into a hardcore Madridista.
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Abhishek Das