PSG/Lyon – Defeat, Ruiz, Vitinha, Barcola… the hits and misses! | OneFootball

This Sunday evening, Paris Saint-Germain lost 1-2 (PSG/Lyon video highlights) to Olympique Lyonnais on Matchday 30 of the 2025-2026 Ligue 1 season at the Parc des Princes. Here are the hits and misses from this defeat.

Hits –

❤️ Fabian Ruiz back.

In an otherwise somewhat gloomy evening for Paris, there was at least one excellent piece of news. Fabian Ruiz, the 30-year-old midfielder who injured his knee last January 20, returned to action. A boost of energy and creativity for Paris in midfield. He also provided the assist for Kvaratskhelia.

Khvicha Kvaratskhelia’s impact off the bench.

Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, the 25-year-old forward, was not injured, but his arrival on the pitch made a particularly strong impression with his drive and creativity. The Georgian once again showed that he is ready for a big end to the season. His goal was a great example of that.

Misses –

😡A frustrating... and worrying defeat?

PSG could have done better, but they still largely dominated (16 shots to 5, 66% possession, 12 corners to 5...). The result is very frustrating, and it highlights areas that need improvement, including being more clinical against a defensive block. It also means Lens are now just one point behind, before the game in hand PSG must play against Nantes on Wednesday. They will have to win.

Vitinha’s injury.

The 26-year-old midfielder clearly landed awkwardly after the aerial duel with Endrick on Lyon’s second goal and could not recover from the pain. He went off injured, and we will have to wait to know how serious it is. But it is obviously a dark note on this evening.

A missed reunion for Bradley Barcola.

In pretty good form lately, Bradley Barcola faced his boyhood club this Sunday evening. The 23-year-old forward was therefore rather highly anticipated. But he mostly struggled, losing the ball many times. In particular with intercepted passes.+

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