PSG thrash Marseille in Le Classique to go back top | OneFootball

In a spectacular display of football, Paris Saint-Germain decimated Marseille with a 5-0 scoreline in their latest Ligue 1 McDonald's 25/26 fixture at the Parc des Princes. The match, which saw PSG extend their dominance in the league, was a showcase of strategic brilliance and clinical finishing.

PSG opened the scoring early, with Ousmane Dembélé finding the net in the 12th minute, thanks to an assist from Nuno Mendes. Dembélé continued his stellar performance by doubling the lead in the 37th minute, this time assisted by Senny Mayulu. The team's aggressive approach was visible through their 22 shots during the game, 7 of which were on target.

The second half saw no respite for Marseille as PSG kept up their relentless pressure. An unfortunate own goal by Marseille's Facundo Medina at the 64th minute further deepened the woes for the visitors. Shortly after, Khvicha Kvaratskhelia added to the tally, scoring in the 66th minute with an assist from Dembélé. Lee Kang-In sealed the victory with a goal in the 74th minute, again assisted by Mayulu, marking a memorable night for PSG.

This victory not only emphasizes PSG's offensive strength but also their solid defensive play, as reflected in Marseille's limited shots on target. With this win, PSG continues to solidify their position at the top of the league standings, sending a strong message to their rivals.

Incidents: The story of the match

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The match begins

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Missed opportunity! Bradley Barcola from Paris Saint-Germain took a right-footed shot from the center of the box but failed to find the target. The assist came from Vitinha.

Paris Saint Germain takes the lead with a score of 1-0 against Marseille. Ousmane Dembélé found the back of the net with a right-footed shot from the middle of the box, placing it perfectly in the center of the goal. The assist came from Nuno Mendes.

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GOAL PSG: Ousmane Dembélé (PSG) scores!

Ousmane Dembélé scores goal number 6 in the competition (13 matches) Ousmane Dembélé scores goal number 52 for his team (119 matches)

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Opportunity wasted. Quinten Timber from Marseille took a right-footed shot from the middle of the penalty area.

Paris Saint Germain leads Marseille 2-0. Ousmane Dembélé scores with a right-footed shot from a challenging angle on the right, finding the top right corner of the net. The assist came from Senny Mayulu.

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GOAL PSG: Ousmane Dembélé (PSG) scores!

Ousmane Dembélé scores goal number 7 in the competition (13 matches) Ousmane Dembélé scores goal number 52 for his team (119 matches)

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Opportunity wasted. Ousmane Dembélé from Paris Saint-Germain attempted a right-footed shot from the right side of the penalty area.

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Missed opportunity. Facundo Medina from Marseille attempted a left-footed shot from outside the penalty area.

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Missed opportunity! João Neves of Paris Saint Germain takes a shot from the center of the box, coming agonizingly close to scoring. The assist came from Ousmane Dembélé, who delivered a cross following a corner kick.

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Missed opportunity! Désiré Doué of Paris Saint-Germain took a right-footed shot from the right side of the six-yard box but failed to find the target. The assist came from Nuno Mendes.

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Opportunity wasted. Désiré Doué of Paris Saint-Germain attempted a left-footed shot from outside the penalty area.

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Missed opportunity! Bradley Barcola from Paris Saint Germain attempted a left-footed shot from the left side of the penalty area, but it went wide to the left. The chance was set up by a through ball from Nuno Mendes.

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GOAL Marseille: Facundo Medina (Marseille) socres an own goal!

Paris Saint Germain leads 4-0 against Marseille. Khvicha Kvaratskhelia scores with a right-footed shot from the right side of the penalty area.

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GOAL PSG: Khvicha Kvaratskhelia (PSG) scores!

Khvicha Kvaratskhelia scores goal number 4 in the competition (17 matches) Khvicha Kvaratskhelia scores goal number 17 for his team (61 matches)

Paris Saint Germain leads Marseille 5-0. Lee Kang-In scores with a left-footed shot from the right side of the penalty area into the bottom right corner. The assist came from Senny Mayulu.Paris Saint-Germain leads Marseille 5-0. Lee Kang-In scores with a left-footed shot from the right side of the penalty area, finding the bottom right corner of the net. The assist comes from Senny Mayulu.

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GOAL PSG: Lee Kang-in (PSG) scores!

Lee Kang-in scores goal number 2 in the competition (16 matches) Lee Kang-in scores goal number 16 for his team (109 matches)

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Opportunity wasted. Gonçalo Ramos of Paris Saint Germain attempted a header from the center of the box, but it sailed over the goal. The cross was delivered by Lee Kang-In following a corner kick.

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The referee whistles for the end of the match