Paris Saint-Germain midfielder Blaise Matuidi has defended Edinson Cavani against recent criticism over his poor form in the past few weeks. The 27-year-old has been struggling to impress in the injury-enforced absence of Zlatan Ibrahimovic and failed to find the net in the 1-1 draw with Monaco on Sunday. Nevertheless, Matuidi feels Cavani doesn't deserve the harsh treatment he has been receiving and should instead be praised for his tireless running. "We can only congratulate Edinson Cavani with all the hard work he has been putting in," Matuidi told RTL.
"He really is a team player and we would all like it if he were rewarded for his efforts. "I think it's a real shame that people criticise him and that he's judged on his lack of goals. Of course, I also understand that people expect a No.9 to score. "I often speak to him about it and we discuss it a lot. He has put in a lot of hard work. "Edinson is a really open person. He has a lot of personality, but I get the feeling that he is happy at PSG."
Cavani has netted four goals in 10 appearances in all competitions this season.
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