Some debuts announce themselves quietly. Ferran Torres’ announced itself twice within minutes. The Spanish World Cup hero came off the bench against Rennes and scored two goals in a dramatic 2-2 comeback, instantly matching PSG’s two most iconic debut performances in club history.
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Ferran Torres Joins Elite Company
Ferran Torres’ brace places him alongside Zlatan Ibrahimović and Patrick Mboma as the only players to score twice on their PSG debut, as noted by French outlet L’Équipe. Ibrahimović achieved the feat against Lorient in 2012, helping overturn a 0-2 deficit before going on to score 156 goals in 180 appearances for the club, while Mboma managed it back in 1994.
How the Comeback Unfolded
Coming on for Ballon d’Or winner Ousmane Dembélé at halftime, Torres struck twice in the 71st and 82nd minutes, both assisted by fellow World Cup winner and countryman Fabián Ruiz, who himself had come on just minutes earlier for João Neves.
Match & Debut Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Result | PSG 2-2 Rennes |
| Torres’ Goals | 71′, 82′ |
| Assist Provider | Fabián Ruiz |
| Substituted For | Ousmane Dembélé (halftime) |
| PSG Debut Comparisons | Zlatan Ibrahimović (2012), Patrick Mboma (1994) |
| Previous Club | Barcelona / Manchester City |
Gratitude for Luis Enrique
Torres was quick to credit his manager after the match, thanking Luis Enrique — the coach who gave him his Spain debut back in September 2020 — for the trust shown in signing him. Enrique, who has guided PSG to back-to-back Champions League titles in 2025 and 2026, praised the wider squad’s response in a difficult opening half, highlighting the depth now available to him.
Why It Matters
For a player fresh off scoring Spain’s World Cup-clinching goal against Argentina, this debut instantly cements Torres as a genuine contender in PSG’s already stacked attack. Full match highlights are available on the official Ligue 1 website.
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