Zlatan Ibrahimovic Era (2012-2016)
A star forward in PSG's golden era, but not the captain.
Zlatan Ibrahimović played for Paris Saint-Germain from 2012 to 2016, a period in which the club won multiple domestic trophies under Qatari ownership. He was not the team captain; Thiago Silva held that role.
Quick Facts
- Role
- Striker
Lore & Background
Ibrahimović joined PSG after the club's takeover by Qatar Sports Investments in 2011. During his tenure, PSG dominated French football, winning several Ligue 1 titles, Coupes de France, Coupes de la Ligue, and Trophée des Champions. His famous bicycle kick goal was scored against Bastia in 2013, not against Marseille. PSG did lose league matches during his time at the club.
Reader's Guide
Ibrahimović was a key player for PSG but never served as captain. The club's captain during his era was Thiago Silva. PSG did not go undefeated in league play during Ibrahimović's four seasons; for example, they lost matches in the 2012–13 season.
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