Bradley Barcola delivered the decisive moment as Paris Saint-Germain edged a brave Auxerre side 1–0, sealing a fifth straight Ligue 1 win and reclaiming top spot in France.
Match Summary
Paris Saint-Germain were forced to dig deep in Auxerre, but Bradley Barcola’s late winner proved the difference in a tense Ligue 1 clash. The victory lifts PSG two points clear of RC Lens at the summit, while Auxerre remain second-bottom after another narrow defeat.
For Kenyan football fans following European leagues closely, this result once again shows why PSG remains one of the most reliable teams to watch – and bet on – in France.
PSG Start Fast but Fail to Convert
Fresh from a midweek UEFA Champions League defeat, Luis Enrique rang the changes, making six alterations to his starting XI. PSG nearly took the lead inside two minutes when Barcola burst through on goal, only to delay his finish and allow Donovan Léon to save.
Khvicha Kvaratskhelia also went close after a brilliant run into the box, but a last-ditch block denied him. Despite dominating early possession, PSG struggled to break down a disciplined Auxerre defence.
Auxerre Show Resilience
Auxerre gradually grew into the match and held firm against PSG’s attacking pressure. Léon made key saves to deny Gonçalo Ramos and Ibrahim Mbaye, helping the hosts reach half-time level.
After the break, Auxerre even threatened themselves. Danny Namaso fired over from distance, while Lassine Sinayoko curled a shot wide as the home side searched for a surprise breakthrough.
Barcola Makes the Difference
With the match drifting towards a stalemate, Luis Enrique turned to his bench, introducing Ousmane Dembélé and Désiré Doué. The change paid off.
In the 79th minute, Dembélé slipped a perfect through ball into Barcola’s path. The winger calmly dinked his finish past Léon, with the ball deflecting into the net for the match-winning goal.
It was Barcola’s seventh Ligue 1 goal of the season and a deserved reward after being PSG’s most dangerous player all night.
What the Result Means
- PSG: Five straight Ligue 1 wins, back on top of the table, and growing momentum in the title race.
- Auxerre: 14 defeats in 19 matches across all competitions and still battling relegation.
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Final Thoughts
Bradley Barcola’s late heroics underlined PSG’s title credentials and their ability to grind out results even on tough nights. For Auxerre, the fight continues, but for PSG, the road to another Ligue 1 crown looks firmly on track.
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