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Plays 90 minutes Mendes started and played the full 90 in Sunday's 1-0 Super Cup win over Monaco.

Impact Mendes was back in action to face Monaco after missing the club's last match before the break, which was also against Monaco. He immediately saw the start, not exiting the match the full 90 minutes. he should remain in a starting role moving forward, as he is their regular starer at left-back.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Out Wednesday Mendes (thigh) is out for Wednesday's match against Monaco.

Impact Mendes will sit out after picking up thigh issues, not recovering enough to be an option to face Monaco. Luckily for the defender, he will now have ample time to recover, with the club's next match against St. Etienne on Jan. 12. He will hope to be fit by then, with Warren Zaire-Emery taking his spot in the starting XI Wednesday.

DECEMBER 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Monaco game Mendes picked up a right thigh injury in the game against Lyon and will undergo treatment today, the club announced. He is questionable for the Monaco game on Wednesday.

Impact Mendes was solid against Lyon but suffered an injury and was substituted in the 64th minute. His availability for Monaco's match is uncertain, with Lucas Beraldo likely to replace him at left-back.

DECEMBER 17, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in victory Nuno Mendes scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and three crosses (zero accurate) in Tuesday's 3-0 win over Red Bull Salzburg. He was subbed off due to injury in the...

Impact Nuno Mendes fired a ball cutback into box Tuesday into the top corner of the net for Paris Saint-Germain's second goal of their 3-0 drubbing of Red Bull Salzburg. In addition to his offensive output, the fullback contributed two tackles (one won), an interception and two clearances to the clean sheet effort. Since missing two matches in November due to an ankle injury, Mendes has started in four successive fixtures, playing the full 90 minutes on three of those occasions.

DECEMBER 11, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Tuesday Mendes (ankle) is in the starting XI for Tuesday's match against Bayern Munich.

Impact Mendes is back for PSG after missing the last match with an ankle injury. He's regained his starting left back role as expected, having started the last four UCL games, totaling 17 crosses, seven tackles and seven clearances in that span.

NOVEMBER 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Makes squad list Mendes (ankle) is on the squad list for Tuesday's match against Bayern Munich.

Impact Mendes could be in for a return during UCL play, as he has been named to the squad list. This would be great news for the club, as they could gain back a regular starter after he missed out with ankle issues. That said, if fit, he will look to see the start, with Lucas Beraldo as a replacement if he is out or on the bench.

NOVEMBER 25, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Sprains ankle, out Friday Mendes is out for Friday's match against Toulouse due to a sprained ankle, according to his club.

Impact Mendes will sit out the weekend after picking up an injury while serving with Portugal, suffering a sprained ankle. He is a regular starter, so this will force a change, with Lucas Beraldo as his probable replacement. He will hope for a quick return, likely only missing one to two weeks due to the sprained ankle.

NOVEMBER 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Bags equalizer Mendes scored one goal to go with two shots (two on goal) and four crosses (one accurate) in Sunday's 1-1 draw versus Nice.

Impact Mendes was the hero Sunday, with his goal in the 52nd minute salvaging a draw for the club. This marks his first goal and second goal contribution of the season, registering an assist two league appearances ago. He also registered three tackles and four crosses against Nice.

OCTOBER 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Four crosses in loss Mendes had two shots (zero on goal) and four crosses (zero accurate) in Tuesday's 2-0 loss to Arsenal.

Impact Mendes was tied for the team lead in shots Tuesday, and he tied a season high with four crosses, although none of them were accurate. He put in a solid defensive effort too as he won three tackles, intercepted two passes and made two clearances in his full 90 minutes of action.

OCTOBER 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to starting XI Mendes (illness) is in the starting XI for Tuesday's trip to Arsenal.

Impact Mendes is back in the starting XI for Tuesday's clash with Arsenal after missing last time out due to an illness. The left-back has been the preferred option when fully fit, but will now face one of the toughest matches of the season against the unstoppable Bukayo Saka.

OCTOBER 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Traveling Tuesday Mendes (illness) is in the traveling squad for Tuesday's trip to Arsenal.

Impact Mendes is back in the traveling squad after overcoming an illness. The left-back could be in line for the start, but it's not clear if he will replace Lucas Beraldo immediately for Tuesday's clash. Mendes is the preferred option in the starting XI when fully fit and available.

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Won't feature Friday Mendes (illness) is not in the lineup to face Rennes on Friday.

Impact Mendes was a huge question mark for Friday's game after picking up an illness, and the team has taken the safe route and will keep him sidelined. The left-back will aim to recover in time to face Arsenal on Tuesday in the UEFA Champions League, and in the meantime, Lucas Beraldo will start as left-back while Willian Pacho slots alongside Marquinhos at center-back.

SEPTEMBER 27, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up illness Mendes is questionable for Friday's match against Rennes after picking up an illness, according to his club.

Impact Mendes looks to be a late call for Friday's match, as he picked up an illness just a day ahead of the match. However, he could still be an option if able to recover from the illness overnight. Either way, this will likely leave him in a spot to earn minimal minutes, probably serving off the bench even if he is healthy with Lucas Beraldo as his replacement.

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

PSG says defender Nuno Mendes target of racial abuse after a French league game

Paris Saint-Germain defender Nuno Mendes was the target of abusive and racist comments on social media after a French league game

SEPTEMBER 15, 2024 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Starts against Scotland Mendes (illness) started and played the full 90 in Sunday's 2-1 over Scotland.

Impact Mendes has returned from his illness, as after missing PSG's last match due to issues he has returned with Portugal. This is a huge addition back for the club, as he has started in the one match he has been available for this campaign. That said, he should start in the club's next match now that he is fit.

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Held out of training Staurday Mendes was held out of training Saturday due to a virus, according to his club.

Impact Mendes is now questionable for Sunday's match, with the defender dealing with an illness that prevented him from training. That said, he will be in a race against time to be fit, with most leaning towards him being out. He is a regular starter, so if out, expect Yoram Zague to likely take his spot.

AUGUST 31, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Assists in home win Nuno Mendes assisted once to go with four crosses (one accurate) and two chances created in Friday's 6-0 win over Montpellier.

Impact Mendes created Achraf Hakimi's goal in the 58th minute with his first assist in the campaign, as PSG earned an easy win at home. The left-back also led his side in crosses during the match. That was his first appearance and start in 2024-25, since he was suspended for the season opener.

AUGUST 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Available for selection Mendes is available for Friday's clash with Montpellier after serving a one-game ban.

Impact Mendes started the season on the sideline due to a suspension, but is now available to return once more. The defender should be an option in the starting XI, though the amount of depth PSG have could limit his minutes.

AUGUST 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out of opener Mendes won't play in Friday's season opener against Le Havre due to a suspension.

Impact Mendes could certainly use some time off, as he represented Portugal in the summer at the 2024 Euros. The left-back will be eligible to make his season debut against Montpellier on Aug. 23.

AUGUST 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Serviceable versus Slovenia Mendes won one of three tackles and generated three crosses (one accurate), five clearances and one chance created in Monday's 3-0 victory on PKs versus Slovenia.

Impact Mendes often ventured forward creating some troubles for the opposing defense and was fine in the back as well, contributing to the clean sheet. It's the second for Portugal during the tournament. He has notched two key passes, eight crosses (one accurate) and nine tackles in three appearances.

JULY 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Returns late Mendes made just six appearances after missing a majority of the season via injury.

Impact Mendes was left sidelined for almost the entirety of the Ligue 1 season, but he did make his return before the end of the season. There's heavy competition for the starting roles at full-back in Paris, but Mendes should be one of the top options for a place in the starting XI when fit.

MAY 29, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Busy Tuesday Mendes had three shots (zero on goal), four crosses (one accurate) and four chances created in Tuesday's 1-0 defeat against Borussia Dortmund.

Impact Mendes got forward incessantly throughout Tuesday's clash, menacing the flank and sending a plethora of dangerous balls in. In the end it wasn't enough to break the deadlock, but Mendes still put together a nice showing. The full-back will have little to play for in the closing stages of the season with the Ligue 1 title wrapped up.

MAY 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Records assist Mendes assisted once to go with two crosses (zero accurate) and one chance created in Wednesday's 4-1 victory versus Lorient. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 26th mi...

Impact Mendes assisted Paris Saint-Germain's game-winning goal. This is Mendes' first assist since the 2022-23 Ligue 1, though his lack of goal contributions can be attributed to the hamstring injury that kept him out of action for much of earlier this season. At least now that Mendes is healthy, he can continue from where he left off.

APRIL 25, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Logs full 90 in first leg Nuno Mendes logged the full 90 minutes in the first leg of the quarterfinals matchup against Barcelona on April 10. He finished with one shot, one chance created, four inaccurate c...

Impact Mendes had a rough time dealing with the pace of Lamine Yamal all game long, but he was able to hold the promising youngster off the scoresheet while also making his mark defensively. Mendes has made just six appearances (two starts) this season, and given he had a full to rest before the second leg of this tie, don't be surprised if Mendes starts at left-back once again Tuesday.

APRIL 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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