Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) rebounded impressively from their recent loss to Monaco by defeating Rennes 5-0. This victory keeps them close to Lens at the top of Ligue 1. The team took advantage of Marseille’s defeat to Lille, moving four points ahead in second place with a dominant performance at Parc des Princes.
Khvicha Kvaratskhelia was instrumental, scoring twice for PSG. He opened the scoring in the 28th minute with a brilliant run and added another goal midway through the second half. Senny Mayulu made it 2-0 in the 39th minute before Kvaratskhelia’s second goal extended the lead to 3-0.
Substitutes Ibrahim Mbaye and Goncalo Ramos scored from outside the box, sealing an emphatic win for PSG. With Lens securing a 2-1 victory over Nantes, PSG remains just one point behind them at the top. This narrow gap between the top two teams is the smallest after 15 games since the 2020-21 season.
Kvaratskhelia marked his milestone appearance with style, netting his 12th and 13th goals for PSG during his 50th match across all competitions. In his last ten games, he has contributed to nine goals, including four goals and five assists. Previously, he had only been involved in one goal in twelve matches.
The Georgian international led his team with four shots, representing 20% of PSG’s total attempts, and three were on target. He also created three chances and completed five out of six dribbles successfully. Luis Enrique’s squad had shots worth an expected goals (xG) value of 2.01.
PSG has now scored in their last 40 home Ligue 1 matches, amassing a total of 104 goals during this streak. This achievement marks their longest consecutive scoring run in France’s top division.
The team’s recent form highlights their attacking prowess and ability to capitalise on opponents’ slip-ups. As they continue their campaign, maintaining such performances will be crucial in their pursuit of domestic glory this season.