On Monday, in the Round of 32 of the 2025-2026 Coupe de France, Paris Saint-Germain faced Paris FC at the Parc des Princes. Jonathan Ikoné, the 27-year-old Paris FC striker, stopped in the mixed zone after his team’s 1-0 victory. He discussed the key to the win and his decision not to celebrate the goal.
Ikoné: “You have to score. Simply.”
A big night?
“We’re really happy because we approached the match well. We defended well and scored the goal we needed to win the game. Now we look ahead. I hope this will give us a boost for the league.”
The secret to winning?
“There’s no secret. You have to give everything, and when you get chances, you have to score. Simply.”
Ikoné: “I also respect the club that gave me everything.”
No celebration at the Parc?
“No, I can’t celebrate. They gave me everything. I’m really happy to score here, but I also respect the club that gave me everything.”
A great performance from Obed Nkambadio?
Yes, he had a great game, with some very good saves. He had a big impact and influenced the match. We kept up the tempo and we’re proud of all the players, and of the staff as well.”
