After being named the **best midfielder of 2025** at the **Globe Soccer Awards**, **Vitinha** provided a devastatingly positive assessment of a year that has firmly established him among the absolute elite of world football. In an interview with the newspaper **Marca**, the midfielder for **Paris Saint-Germain** and **Portugal** spoke about an “almost perfect” season, explained the secret behind PSG’s European championship victory, and candidly admitted that he is experiencing the best moment of his career.
And the facts support his claims.
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## A historic year, a series of titles, and a place in PSG’s history
In 2025, Vitinha won **the first Champions League title in PSG’s history**, adding to an impressive string of trophies:
– **Ligue 1**
– **Coupe de France**
– **Trophée des Champions**
– **UEFA Super Cup**
– **Intercontinental Cup**
On the international stage, he capped off the cycle in style by winning **the first title for Portugal**, the **Nations League**.
### Debrief – Vitinha
“Para mim, ganhar pela Seleção é algo que não se compara. É um orgulho enorme representar o meu país.”
O jogador expressa a sua satisfação por ter contribuído para o sucesso da equipa nacional, destacando a importância da vitória em competições internacionais.
Debrief – Vitinha
“Cada jogo pela Seleção é uma oportunidade única e estou grato por cada momento que tive.”
Vitinha revela que a experiência de jogar pela Seleção é uma das mais gratificantes da sua carreira.
“The Nations League has a different meaning and a distinct symbolism. It is a dream for all players and something I will cherish for life.”
The secret of PSG’s championship: collective over ego
When asked about the transformation of PSG — often accused of relying on individual talents — Vitinha was unequivocal. His response explains everything.
Debrief – Vitinha
“Because it is exactly that, a collective. We put the collective ahead of everything, and when you do that, these recognitions come to the individuals.”
The midfielder emphasized that this was the message conveyed in the speech at the Globe Soccer Awards.
Debrief – Vitinha
“I play for the team; at all times I do what I think is best for the team to win games and titles. Then these awards come, naturally.”
And he left a statement that defines the current identity of PSG:
Debrief – Vitinha
“There is no one indispensable at PSG. Indispensable in this team, I would say we are all or none.”
From FC Porto promise to global reference
At just 25 years old, the former FC Porto player has established himself as one of the most complete midfielders in European football. And when he talks about his references, the level is revealing.
Debrief – Vitinha
“Without a doubt, the one who inspired me the most was Iniesta. Andrés has always been my great reference. And then Luka Modric, of course.”
References that help explain his game reading, technical quality, and tactical intelligence.
The present is golden. The future, even more ambitious
Vitinha finished the year at the top, both individually and collectively, but made it clear that there is no room for complacency.
Debrief – Vitinha
“Now we must continue for more and, if we can, improve on those six titles [with PSG].”
In 2025, Vitinha was not just a champion. He was the brain of a historic team. And when the best midfielder in the world speaks about improving… football listens.
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