Zoumana Camara’s reflections on his final season with Paris Saint-Germain highlight both his humility and his deep connection to the club. After eight seasons at PSG—having joined in 2007—Camara, then 35, acknowledged that 2014–15 would likely be his last as a professional player. Despite no longer being a regular starter, his leadership and experience remained invaluable in the dressing room.
Speaking from the club’s training camp in Austria, Camara shared a deeply personal sentiment:
“Even when I’m suffering, I tell myself that it will certainly be the last time. I’m going to try to savor and enjoy myself as much as possible this year.”
As the squad’s “big brother,” he embraced his mentor role and made it clear he wasn’t rushing into any post-retirement plans:
“I don’t know at all. I’m not thinking about it yet. I prefer to focus on the pitch and on my last season.”
Camara’s desire to end on a high note—hoping to win as many titles as possible—reflected the same professionalism and team-first mentality that had defined his entire career. Ultimately, he did transition smoothly into coaching at PSG after retiring, becoming part of the staff and continuing to contribute to the club’s success off the pitch.
