Paris Saint-Germain
Monaco
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1.09
Expected Goals (xG)
1.26
Passing by
614 (90%)
Accurate passes
199 (76%)
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39
G
Matvey Safonov
6.0
25
d
Nuno Mendes
7.2
51
d
Willian Pacho
7.0
6
d
Ilya Zabarnyi
6.3
d
Achraf Hakimi (C)
90+1′ Holding
71′
27
m
Dr. Fernandez
6.2
17
m
Vitinha
7.7
33
m
Warren Zaire-Emery
6.2
7
F
Khvicha Kvaratskhelia
7.0
F
Bradley Barcola
71′
14
F
Desiré Doué
6.3
trainer
Sebastian Pocognoli
Ligue 1 Classification – Ligue 1
Qualification/Relegation
- Champions League
- Classification for the Champions League
- UEFA Europa League
- Conference League Standings
- Relegation Playoffs
- descent
Monaco stunned reigning league leaders Paris Saint Germain with a 3-1 win at the Parc des Princes thanks to clinical finishing and a superb team effort.
Monaco produced a major shock in Ligue 1, defeating Paris Saint Germain 3-1 at the Parc des Princes. Maghnes Akliouche starred in the first goal and assisted another goal. This result halted PSG’s impressive run.
Paris Saint Germain entered as the league’s runaway leaders, comfortably in first place. Monaco came in seventh, but boasted some good recent form. They aimed to challenge the champions at home.
Paris Saint Germain controlled possession from the start. However, Monaco showed an early counter-attacking intent, their tactical approach clear. Defensive discipline thwarted PSG’s star attack.
Monaco drew first blood in the 27th minute. Folarin Balogun provided a smart assist for Akliouche. He calmly slotted the ball past Gianluigi Donnarumma, giving Monaco a crucial lead.
PSG pushed for the tie, creating chances before the break. Nuno Mendes saved a dangerous shot. Monaco’s Wout Faes received a yellow card in the 45+4th minute. Monaco held their one-goal lead at the break.
PSG needed a quick response in the second half. Coach Luis Enrique probably called for more urgency and precision. Monaco tried to maintain their form and take advantage of counter opportunities.
Monaco extended their lead early on and stunned the home crowd. Midfielder Aleksandr Golovin fired home a well-timed goal in the 55th minute. This put Monaco two goals ahead, boosting confidence.
Paris Saint Germain responded with triple substitutions around the 60th minute. Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, Ousmane Dembélé and Desire Doue entered the fray. His efforts paid off in the 71st minute. Bradley Barcola pulled a goal back for PSG, assisted by Achraf Hakimi.
However, Monaco quickly extinguished PSG’s hopes. Just two minutes later, in the 73rd minute, Folarin Balogun scored for Monaco. This restored their two-goal cushion, demonstrating Monaco’s clinical advantage.
Paris Saint Germain had 72% possession and recorded 19 shots. However, Monaco was more efficient. The visitors managed 11 shots in total, six on target, and had a superior xG of 1.26 to PSG’s 1.09. Goalkeeper Philipp Köhn made four crucial saves.
This impressive 3-1 victory is a huge declared victory for Monaco, boosting their hopes of European qualification. For Paris Saint Germain, it is a rare home defeat, prompting a re-evaluation for the next few games.
