UEFA Champions League 2017/18: PSG 3-0 Bayern Munich, 5 Talking Points

#2 The PSG defence proves they have it in them to go all the way

Thiago Silva put on a captain's display against Bayern

For all the billions that have been spent by the Parisian side's owners so far, European success has continued to elude them. Their best performance? A few quarter-final appearances; certainly not good enough for a side that aspires to be mentioned in the same league as Real Madrid and Barcelona.

The acquisitions of Neymar and Mbappe was a mark of intent, a statement to clubs worldwide that PSG have arrived. However, European success is rarely achieved simply by outscoring opponents. There is a measure of tactical brilliance associated with it as the best managers' wits are pitted against each other in the competition.

There is also a degree of defensive solidity that is desirable, often essential, to be continental champions. On that count, Thiago Silva and co. bossed it against Bayern Munich.

While the visitors were definitely wasteful with their chances, PSG did not make it easy for them to have a go. The captain led by example, clearing the ball out of sight -- even off the goal-line in one instance, and also gave an earful to his teammates who failed to clear it when in a dangerous position.

Kurzawa was a treat on the left while Adrien Rabiot and Thiago Motta were efficient. Alves, of course, was his assured self and contributed more in the final third than his own.

Emery's side functioned as a well-oiled unit, a perfect reaction to the goalless draw at Montpellier last Saturday.

Whisper it, but this French side look like they have it in them to go the distance - not just in the domestic league but Europe as well.