Paris Saint-Germain
Lorient
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1.96
Expected Goals (xG)
0.79
-0.69
Prevented goals
-0.69
Passing by
552 (92%)
Accurate passes
232 (81%)
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89
G
Renato Marin
6.9
d
Lucas Hernandez
47′ rough
51
d
Willian Pacho
6.5
4
d
Lucas Beraldo
6.7
24
d
Mayul asleep
6.3
27
M
Dr. Fernandez
6.9
8
M
Fabian Ruiz (C)
7.2
19
M
Kang-in Lee
6.9
29
F
Bradley Barcola
7.2
F
Desiré Doué
62′ F
Ibrahim Mbaye
6′
38
G
Yvon Mvogo
6.3
25
d
Abdoulaye Faye – The best of Abdoulaye Faye
6.2
3
d
Montassar Talbi
7.3
32
d
Nathaniel Adjei
6.3
43
M
Arsène Kouassi
6.3
8
M
Noah Cadiou
6.7
6
M
Laurent Abergel (C)
6.6
M
Panos Katseris
12′
62
F
Arthur Avom Ebong
6.2
12
F
Ahmadou Bamba Dieng
6.7
Ligue 1 Classification – Ligue 1
Qualification/Relegation
- Champions League
- Champions League qualification
- UEFA Europa League
- Conference League Standings
- Relegation Playoffs
- descent
Paris Saint-Germain and Lorient played out a thrilling 2-2 draw at the Parc des Princes, with both teams showing attacking intent despite PSG’s dominance in possession and territory.
PSG went into the match as league leaders, sitting top of Ligue 1 with 69 points from 30 games. Lorient occupied ninth position with 41 points in 31 games. The home side looked to extend their winning streak, while the visitors hoped to climb higher in the table.
The match erupted from the early stages. Ibrahim Mbaye gave PSG a lead in the sixth minute, firing past the Lorient goalkeeper with clinical precision. The home crowd erupted, sensing a dominant performance ahead.
Lorient responded quickly and impressively. Just six minutes later, in the 12th minute, Pablo Pagis tied the score with a fine finish. The visiting team showed that they would not be intimidated at the Parc des Princes.
PSG controlled possession in the first half, recording 68 percent of the ball. They created numerous chances but the Lorient goalkeeper made crucial saves. The first 45 minutes ended in a 1-1 draw, setting up an intriguing second half.
In the second half, PSG pushed forward. Warren Zaïre-Emery restored PSG’s lead in the 62nd minute with a composed finish. The midfielder’s goal seemed to have settled the game in favor of the home team.
However, Lorient refused to give up. Aiyegun Tosin produced a stunning response, equalizing in the 78th minute with a clinical strike. The resilience of the visiting team earned them a well-deserved point.
Both teams created chances to win the game but neither scored a decisive goal. PSG dominated the stats, registering a total of 24 shots compared to Lorient’s five. The home team had six shots on goal against the three visitors.
Expected goals told a similar story, with PSG generating 1.96 xG to Lorient’s 0.79. PSG’s passing accuracy reached 92 percent, completing 552 of 602 passes. Désiré Doué impressed for PSG with a 7.7 rating, while Tosin earned an 8.0 rating for Lorient.
The draw leaves PSG at the top of Ligue 1 with 70 points from 31 games. Lorient remains ninth with 42 points in 32 games. PSG’s form reads WWLWW, while Lorient is at LWLDL.
PSG travel next as Lorient prepare for their next game. Both teams showed offensive quality in this entertaining game.
