Champions League 2017/18: Anderlecht 0-4 PSG - Player Ratings

PSG

Verratti was excellent in possession and equally strong defensively.

Alphonse Areola: 8/10

Was forced into making a handful of important saves, earned his clean sheet. Should stand him in good stead for tougher opposition to come in future.

Dani Alves: 6.5/10

Onyekuru regularly had him beaten during the pair's duels for possession down the flank. However, his crossing was accurate and he never shied from the ball as usual.

Presnel Kimpembe: 7/10

In Thiago Silva's absence, the 22-year-old has proven to be a mature and equally disciplined replacement for someone so young. Didn't have much to do but did his job well, though he'll be keen to keep his individual foul count down in future.

Marquinhos: 7.5/10

Dominant in the air and strong defensively, the Brazilian knows he'll have harder tests later but came through unscathed. A whopping nine clearances and four aerial duels won means he was just better than his French centre-back partner.

Layvin Kurzawa: 7/10

His passing was slack and laboured in the first-half, but as PSG grew more dominant, Kurzawa's confidence grew. As a result, he accelerated forward regularly and didn't need to worry too much about his defensive duties. Won six aerial duels and completed three tackles during the 90 minutes.

Thiago Motta: 7/10

Still going strong at 35, the Italian's presence was quietly important as he helped to avoid potentially dangerous attacking situations when Anderlecht looked to counter quickly. Made two clearances and interceptions, whilst avoiding a potential sending off after a cynical challenge, before being replaced for Julian Draxler with 20 minutes left.

Adrien Rabiot: 7/10

A decent game for the Frenchman, who grew into proceedings as the match continued. Did well to carry the ball forward and draw fouls, while showcasing his confidence to dribble toward danger areas.

Marco Verratti: 8.5/10

The 24-year-old is a joy to watch. Manages to manoeuvre past opposition challenges as if they're not there, he was again a composed operator in midfield who kept things ticking. Regularly looking forward after impressive defensive work, he created three key passes and assisted Mbappé early on too.

Kylian Mbappé: 9/10

With every passing match, you can just see why Mbappé is the extra dimension that PSG have been looking for. Able to unlock defences with his electric movement and sharp turns of acceleration, he broke the deadlock and was unselfish enough to head the ball towards Cavani's path before the interval. Works hard to create chances and hit the crossbar too, though could've also had a hat-trick to his name if he showed more composure here.

Edinson Cavani: 8/10

Hit the woodwork, had two goals correctly ruled out for offside and still managed to score. All in a day's work for the experienced Uruguayan, who will deep down be frustrated that he didn't add to his tally given the plethora of chances that were created.

Neymar: 8/10

Another quality display from the Brazilian, but one where he could've done better. Scored with a deft free-kick but should've netted twice beforehand. Completed nine dribbles and was fouled on four occasions, though could have done more to retain possession as he lost the ball plenty of times too.

Substitutes

di Maria's cool chip was enough to seal a comfortable away victory late on.

Julian Draxler: 7/10

Must be wondering what more he can do to get into the side. Kept things moving in midfield after replacing Motta, completing three dribbles and creating a key pass during his 20-minute spell.

Giovani Lo Celso: 6/10

Didn't do much of note during the time he was on the pitch. Made one tackle and had the ball upon occasion but nothing spectacular.

Ángel di María: 7/10

Scored PSG's fourth with a deft chip late on but his celebration afterwards told the story - he wants more minutes! Certainly going the right way about doing so.