Paris Saint-Germain's captain, Marquinhos, expressed his joy after marking his 500th appearance for the club with a victory. PSG triumphed over Tottenham 5-3 in the Champions League at Parc des Princes.
Despite trailing twice, PSG secured the win with Vitinha's hat-trick and goals from Fabian Ruiz and Willian Pacho. Randal Kolo Muani, on loan at Spurs from PSG, scored twice and assisted Richarlison's opener.
PSG has now achieved 13 Champions League victories in 2025, setting a record for the most wins by a team in a single calendar year in the competition. Marquinhos became only the fifth player to reach 500 games with one club from Europe's top five leagues since joining PSG in 2013-14. He joins an elite group that includes Koke (Atletico Madrid), Thomas Muller (Bayern Munich), Luka Modric (Real Madrid), and Jan Oblak (Atletico).
Reflecting on his milestone, Marquinhos attributed his achievement to his competitive spirit. "500 matches is a lot," he said post-match. "It's been a long journey, but it's gone by in a flash. " The defender was pleased to celebrate this landmark with a win.
Our captain celebrated in the locker room after the victory, and his 500th match! pic.twitter.com/7GTK2pOdsS
- Paris Saint-Germain (@PSG_English) November 27, 2025
Marquinhos reminisced about joining PSG as a young player eager to play alongside his idols. Reaching 500 matches is significant for him. He shared his pride in wearing the PSG shirt for so many years and acknowledged the fierce competition that makes such an achievement challenging.
The captain noted that winning was the best way to commemorate his 500th match. Although he wished they hadn't conceded any goals for a perfect evening, he still found sweetness in their victory. The team rose to the occasion, celebrating together as planned.
Marquinhos emphasised that maintaining motivation and competitiveness is crucial due to intense competition. His journey reflects dedication and passion for football at its highest level.
