Mika Godts believes his recent performances for the Belgium national team can serve as a direct springboard to secure a regular starting place at Paris Saint-Germain. Speaking after a standout display against Italy in the UEFA Nations League, the young winger outlined how international recognition is reshaping his status at club level.
International Breakthrough on the Left Wing
Playing on the left side of the Red Devils’ attack last Friday, Godts scored his first senior international goal during a commanding performance against Italy. Capitalizing on absences due to injuries for Jérémy Doku and Leandro Trossard, the Paris Saint-Germain attacker displayed sharp footwork to beat two defenders before finding the back of the net. Operating with the squad’s number 10 shirt, he also nearly added a header before a save from Gianluigi Donnarumma denied him a brace. National team coach Mark van Bommel and local media praised the display, drawing comparisons to Eden Hazard.
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Targeting a Starting Role Under Luis Enrique
Although deployed primarily as a substitute since arriving in the French capital during the summer transfer window, Godts senses a shift in momentum. Speaking to Flemish media outlet Het Nieuwsblad after the match, the forward explained that increased visibility with his country changes how he is perceived at club level. With Trossard remaining unavailable for the subsequent fixture against France, Godts enters the match as a strong candidate to retain his spot on the left flank, where he expects to test himself against France’s right-back options, Jules Koundé and Pierre Kalulu.
“If I score against France, that could help me secure a starting place at PSG,” Godts told Het Nieuwsblad, pointing to the intense spotlight of Monday night’s high-profile fixture. Having initially worn the number 26 shirt during his early international appearances in the spring, the attacker noted that the attention accompanying his move to Paris has grown naturally. “D’une manière, il est normal que l’on me regarde différemment maintenant que je joue au PSG,” he said, acknowledging that daily training alongside elite teammates at Paris Saint-Germain has accelerated his overall development since leaving Ajax.
Next Steps in the UEFA Nations League
Belgium returns to competitive action on Monday evening with a high-stakes fixture against France, providing Godts another platform to showcase his form in front of club manager Luis Enrique and international observers.
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