Paris Saint-Germain bounced back perfectly after their defeat in Monaco, smashing Rennes 5-0 in a fiery Parc des Princes. Dominant from start to finish, PSG wore Rennes down before completely taking over, especially after Jacquet’s red card.
Paris in full control, offensive festival at the Parc! The match began with immediate PSG dominance, although without major chances at first. Safonov, starting in Chevalier’s absence, delivered two early decisive saves against Lepaul and Rongier. After a Rennes shot hit the post, Kvaratskhelia lit up the stadium with a sublime strike into the bottom corner (1-0, 29′).
Moments later, Barcola dazzled on the right and found Joao Neves, whose cutback allowed Mayulu to double the lead with a pivot finish (2-0, 38′). PSG went into halftime fully in control.
The second half was total Parisian domination: Mayulu hit the crossbar, Kvara kept testing Samba, and Barcola continued tormenting the Rennes defense. Kvara punished a defensive mistake with a thunderous strike under the bar (3-0, 67′). Minutes later, Jacquet was sent off, sealing Rennes’ fate.
Mbaye, coming off the bench, curled a stunning shot into the top corner (4-0, 88′). In stoppage time, Gonçalo Ramos fired in a precise effort from 25 meters (5-0, 90’+). An absolute masterclass.
A dominant, inspired, and ruthless PSG that moves back to within one point of Lens. Rennes, overwhelmed, barely existed throughout the match.
PSG Player Ratings
Safonov – 8
Impeccable performance, two crucial saves before the opening goal. Calm and solid.
Pacho – 7
Excellent in duels, especially against Al-Tamari. Clean and controlled defending.
Marquinhos – 7
A solid performance from the captain.
Lucas Hernandez – 6
Reliable and useful going forward, though a few defensive lapses.
Vitinha – 6
Some forced passes but important in PSG’s ball circulation.
Joao Neves – 7
Key between the lines, an assist for Mayulu, always projecting forward.
Zaire-Emery – 8
Huge workload in midfield. Already his 150th match, still indispensable.
Kvaratskhelia – 9
A brilliant brace, constant danger with dribbles and pace. Unstoppable.
Barcola – 8.5
Creator, playmaker, game-changer. Rennes never figured out how to stop him.
Lee – 5.5
Lots of energy but missed a huge chance. Decent but not decisive.
Mayulu – 7.5
A goal, smart runs, constant threat. Very promising display.
Dembélé – 6
Energetic entrance, created danger but lacked the finishing touch.
Mbaye – 7.5
A top-corner masterpiece and another big chance. Impactful cameo.
Gonçalo Ramos – 7
Quiet match… until his late clinical goal.
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