Paris Saint-Germain vs Olympique Lyon, one of the most prominent clashes in French football, took place at the Parc des Princes. Let’s take a look at the match highlights and goals in brief.
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Key Players
The match saw some of the best talents in football showcasing their skills. For PSG, key players included Gianluigi Donnarumma, the Italian goalkeeper who made several crucial saves. The defensive line was led by Sergio Ramos and Marquinhos, who were instrumental in keeping Lyon’s attacks at bay. In the midfield, Fabian Ruiz, Carlos Soler, and Marco Verratti controlled the game. Up front, Gonçalo Ramos was the star of the show, scoring two goals.
On the Lyon side, Ernest Nuamah was the standout player, scoring the team’s only goal.
Match Highlights
PSG dominated the match from the start, with Nemanja Matic of Lyon scoring an own goal just three minutes into the game. This was quickly followed by a goal from Lucas Beraldo of PSG Gonçalo Ramos then scored two goals for PSG, with Ernest Nuamah scoring a consolation goal for Lyon.
Game Statistics (Paris Saint-Germain vs Olympique Lyon)
| Stat | Paris Saint-Germain | Olympique Lyon |
|---|---|---|
| Shots | 14 | 16 |
| Shots on Target | 6 | 6 |
| Possession | 63% | 37% |
| Passes | 741 | 425 |
| Pass Accuracy | 93% | 87% |
| Fouls | 9 | 10 |
| Yellow Cards | 0 | 0 |
| Red Cards | 0 | 0 |
| Offsides | 0 | 3 |
| Corners | 4 | 10 |
Timeline of the Match
- 3’: Own goal by Nemanja Matic, Lyon.
- 6’: Goal by Lucas Beraldo, PSG.
- 32’: Goal by Gonçalo Ramos, PSG.
- 37’: Goal by Ernest Nuamah, Lyon.
- 42’: Goal by Gonçalo Ramos, PSG.
Watch Full Match Highlights here.
League Standings
Following the match, PSG extended their lead at the top of the Ligue 1 table with 66 points. They are now 11 points clear of second-placed AS Monaco.
Lyon, on the other hand, are currently in the eighth position with 41 points.
Upcoming Matches
Looking ahead, PSG and Lyon have some exciting matches lined up. PSG’s next match is against Lorient.
Lyon, on the other hand, will have a chance for revenge when the two sides face each other in the French Cup final on May 25.
