Cedric Doumbe’s recent PFL debut in Paris undoubtedly counts among those unforgettable moments that leave audiences awestruck. And this time it was none other than French soccer prodigy Kylian Mbappe who couldn’t believe his eyes.
Mbappe was in the stands alongside his PSG teammates Ousmane Dembele and Achraf Hakimi as the charismatic fighter, known as ‘The Best,’ showcased his skills and showmanship in spectacular fashion, stunning the audience with a 9-second left-hook knockout victory over Jordan Zebo in the main event of PFL Paris.
It was obvious when Doumbe entered the arena that this was not going to be any ordinary night. His pre-fight antics, which included carrying a mattress with a tombstone painted with Zebo’s name on it, set the stage for an exhilarating fight.
Doumbe and Zebo wasted no time in starting a flurry of attacks that had the crowd gasping for air. Zebo responded with a head kick to display his own skills. However, Doumbe’s lightning-quick reflexes intercepted the kick, and before anyone could react, he countered with a precise low kick-left hook combination.
‘The Best‘ unleashed a potent right hand that knocked Zebo backward as the two fighters kneeled low in preparation for the upcoming exchange. The actual fight ended quickly after Doumbe blocked a high kick attempt by Zebo. Zebo turned to regain his balance when Doumbe hit him with a left hand and a series of follow-up shots, knocking him out cold and leaving him on the ground.
WOW CÉDRIC DOUMBÉ !!!! 😯🔥
— Kylian Mbappé (@KMbappe) September 30, 2023
Mbappe, known for his incredible speed and agility on the soccer field, couldn’t contain his excitement as he witnessed Doumbe’s lightning-fast victory. He later took to X mesmerized by Doumbe’s jaw-dropping 9-second knockout.
Kylian Mbappe’s quiet night as PSG played a goalless draw against Clermont Foot
Paris Saint-Germain faced a frustrating outing as they were held to a goalless draw against underdog Clermont Foot during a Ligue 1 encounter on Friday. While many expected the Parisians to dominate, it was a night to forget for the star-studded team. One player who particularly struggled to make an impact on the game was none other than the talismanic Kylian Mbappe.
For the first time this season, Kylian Mbappe appeared to be hardly there on the pitch. The Clermont Foot defense stood up to PSG’s attack time and time again, denying the French sensation, known for his explosive pace and clinical finishing, many opportunities.
#PSG c’est fini 0-0 contre Clement pic.twitter.com/GAzqmo3xAy
— MATIN INFOS🇫🇷🇨🇩🇪🇺 (@Vivrepourvivr) September 30, 2023
Throughout the 90 minutes, Mbappe toiled tirelessly, but the Clermont defense had a plan to neutralize his threat, and it worked to perfection. The forward found himself tightly marked, leaving him with little space to exploit his trademark speed and dribbling abilities.
In the absence of Mbappe’s usual flair, it was Ousmane Dembele who was handed numerous opportunities to break the deadlock. However, Dembele was unable to capitalize on these chances, leaving PSG and their fans frustrated as they played a 0-0 draw on September 30, 2023.