The Parisiens' midfield was a concern before they faced the Red Devils, but the Brazilian gave a masterclass as the World Cup winner was kept quiet
Who would have thought that when Paris Saint-Germain boss Thomas Tuchel experimented with Marquinhos as a defensive midfielder that his daring might pay off?
The Brazil international, who is a centre-back by trade, first turned in a number of timid displays in an alien role, but the German persisted and has had his faith justified.
In PSG’s 2-0 Champions League first-leg last-16 victory against Manchester United at Old Trafford, he was once again asked to play as a No.