Barboza Calls Safonov One of Europe's Strongest Goalkeepers

Football agent Paulo Barbosa has praised PSG goalkeeper Matvey Safonov for his performance in yesterday's Intercontinental Cup match against Brazil's Flamengo. "His performance was outstanding.

If anyone had doubts about his level, Safonov dispelled all of them. He proved that he is one of the best goalkeepers in Europe," Legalbet quoted Barbosa as saying.

The match ended 1–1 in regular time. In the subsequent penalty shootout, the Parisians secured a 2–1 victory.

Safonov saved four penalty shots from the Brazilian players and was awarded the Player of the Match trophy.