Paris Saint-Germain secured a crucial 2-1 victory against Nantes, thanks to Randal Kolo Muani’s late decisive goal. Bradley Barcola’s first-half stylish finish had given PSG the lead, but a Mostafa Mohamed header in the second half leveled the score. Kolo Muani’s timely intervention, seven minutes from time, allowed PSG to extend their lead at the top of the table to six points.
“Coach Luis Enrique praised his team’s performance, highlighting their dominance from the start and commending Nantes for their resilient defense. The win serves as valuable preparation for PSG’s upcoming Champions League match against Borussia Dortmund”.
In Paris, Barcola’s 41st-minute goal, his first for Paris Saint-Germain, illuminated a first half largely controlled by the hosts. However, Nantes equalized in the 55th minute when Mohamed headed in Florent Mollet’s corner. The pivotal moment came with Kolo Muani’s introduction, replacing Barcola, and the French international seized the opportunity by netting the rebound in the 83rd minute, securing PSG’s narrow victory.
Monaco Triumphs Over Rennes 2-1 to Claim Second Place
Monaco clinched a 2-1 victory against Rennes, with second-half goals from Vanderson and Youssouf Fofana. The principality side’s win propelled them to second place in Ligue 1, moving above Nice. Despite a late penalty from Benjamin Bourigeaud and Vanderson’s red card, Monaco held firm to close the gap with Paris Saint-Germain to three points.
“The first half remained uneventful, but Vanderson broke the deadlock six minutes into the second half, capitalizing on a fortunate rebound. Fofana extended Monaco’s lead on 85 minutes, slotting a right-footed shot past Rennes’ goalkeeper. Although Bourigeaud converted a penalty in the 90th minute, Monaco, reduced to 10 men, secured the victory with a resilient defensive display, maintaining their title contention”.
The back-to-back wins for Monaco rejuvenate their championship aspirations as they sit just three points behind the league leaders, adding excitement to the Ligue 1 title race.
