Sport · Malaysia Bureau
Torres rescues PSG with brace in dramatic Ligue 1 comeback
Spanish international Ferran Torres marked his Paris Saint-Germain debut with two goals as the French champions fought back from two goals down to secure a 2-2 draw against Rennes.
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Torres struck twice in Ligue 1 action to deny Rennes a stunning upset victory at the Roazhon Park stadium. The Spanish forward's intervention proved crucial after PSG found themselves in dire straits early in the contest, with the home side establishing a commanding two-goal advantage.
The dramatic turnaround highlighted PSG's resilience and their ability to mount comebacks despite early setbacks. Torres, making his competitive debut for the Parisian club, demonstrated the attacking prowess that has earned him recognition at international level. His two-goal haul provided an immediate impact on the pitch and prevented what would have been a disappointing result for the defending champions.
The draw leaves PSG with work to do as they adjust to their new attacking options in the domestic league. While the point secures at least a share of the spoils in this encounter, the early concessions will likely be a concern for the coaching staff heading into their next fixture. Torres' performance suggests the investment in attacking talent may pay dividends as the season progresses, though the team's defensive vulnerabilities require attention.