Paris Saint-Germain
Toulouse
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1.78
Expected Goals (xG)
0.16
Passing by
731 (91%)
Accurate passes
239 (79%)
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39
G
Matvey Safonov
5.9
21
d
Lucas Hernandez
6.6
51
d
Willian Pacho
6.9
6
d
Ilya Zabarnyi
7.0
2
d
Achraf Hakimi (C)
6.6
14
m
Desiré Doué
6.9
4
m
Lucas Beraldo
7.0
33
m
Warren Zaire-Emery
7.3
F
Khvicha Kvaratskhelia
33′ F
Ousmane Dembélé
23′
33′
19
F
Kang-in Lee
7.3
1
G
Guillaume remains
6.3
d
Rasmus Nicolaisen (C)
27′
35
d
In Seny Koumba
5.9
3
d
Mark McKenzie
6.3
24
m
Dayann Methalie
6.3
18
m
Papa Diop
6.3
m
Cristian Cásseres Jr.
36′ Stumbledm
Djibril Sidibé
27′
10
F
Yann Gboho
6.2
15
F
Aron Donnum
6.3
20
F
Emerson
6.3
Ligue 1 Classification – Ligue 1
Qualification/Relegation
- Champions League
- Champions League qualification
- UEFA Europa League
- Conference League Standings
- Relegation Playoffs
- descent
Paris Saint-Germain asserted their dominance in Ligue 1 with a decisive 3-1 win over Toulouse. Ousmane Dembélé led the charge and scored a vital brace for the league leaders at the Parc des Princes.
The highly-anticipated clash on April 3, 2026 saw table-topping Paris Saint-Germain on 60 points host mid-table Toulouse in ninth on 37 points. PSG went into the match aiming to extend their lead at the top of the table.
The home side opened the scoring in the 23rd minute. Ousmane Dembélé broke the deadlock with a powerful and clinical finish, giving Paris Saint-Germain an early lead in front of their home crowd.
Toulouse, however, responded quickly, refusing to be intimidated. Just four minutes later, in the 27th minute, Rasmus Nicolaisen equalized. Djibril Sidibé made a precise assist, setting up Nicolaisen to tie the score.
Paris Saint-Germain restored the lead soon after, showing their attacking prowess. Ousmane Dembélé grabbed his second goal of the night in the 33rd minute. Khvicha Kvaratskhelia provided a well-placed assist, which allowed Dembélé to put PSG ahead once again.
The first half concluded with Paris Saint-Germain holding a slim 2-1 lead after a pulsating first period. Toulouse had shown resilience but PSG’s individual attacking quality shone through. Both teams faced a tactical challenge for the second period.
In the second half, Paris Saint-Germain maintained control of possession and tempo. They managed the match effectively, making strategic substitutions to refresh the squad and manage fatigue. João Neves replaced Lee Kang-in in the 59th minute.
More changes for the locals followed. Lucas Beraldo made way for Vitinha in the 67th minute. Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, who earned an assist and made a significant contribution, was replaced by Nuno Mendes in the 68th minute.
Toulouse also made several changes in the 83rd minute, with new legs to try and find a late equalizer. Cristian Casseres Jr. he had previously been booked for Toulouse in the 36th minute, highlighting the visitors’ defensive struggles.
As the match drew to a close, Paris Saint-Germain sealed their victory with a late strike. Substitute Gonçalo Ramos scored a well-placed third goal in the 90th+2nd minute. Nuno Mendes recorded the assist, capping a comfortable victory for the home team.
Paris Saint-Germain dominated the overall statistics. They boasted an impressive 72% possession and registered 17 shots in total, of which 7 found the target. Their expected goals (xG) stood at 1.78, significantly higher than Toulouse’s 0.16 with just 5 shots.
This comprehensive victory further consolidates Paris Saint-Germain’s commanding position at the top of Ligue 1. Toulouse, despite a first-half effort, remain firmly in the middle of the group. PSG continue their relentless march towards another coveted league title.
