Auxerre x PSG - Highlights, Summary and Match Report | OneFootball

In a tightly contested match at Stade de l'Abbé-Deschamps, Paris Saint-Germain secured a narrow 1-0 victory over Auxerre in the 19th fixture of the Ligue 1 McDonald's 25/26 season. The game, which saw PSG dominate possession and chances, was decided by a moment of brilliance from Bradley Barcola in the 79th minute.

PSG, showing their class and control, maintained 69% of the possession and created numerous opportunities, with 16 shots at goal, 8 of which were on target. Auxerre, on the other hand, struggled to make a significant impact, managing only 8 shots with none on target, reflecting their limited ball possession of 31%.

The decisive moment came late in the game when Bradley Barcola, receiving a well-timed pass from Ousmane Dembélé following a swift counterattack, fired a right-footed shot from outside the penalty area into the left corner of the net. This goal marks Barcola's 7th in the competition and his 33rd for PSG in 130 matches.

Despite their efforts and a solid defensive performance, Auxerre could not find the back of the net, finishing the game with an expected goals (xG) tally of just 0.49 compared to PSG's 1.48. The victory helps PSG continue their pursuit at the top of the league table, while Auxerre will have to regroup and look forward to their next match.

Incidents: The story of the match

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The match begins

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Opportunity wasted! Bradley Barcola from Paris Saint Germain took a right-footed shot from outside the penalty area that narrowly missed to the left. The chance was set up by Vitinha during a quick counterattack.

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Opportunity wasted! Danny Namaso from Auxerre takes a right-footed shot from outside the penalty area, but it narrowly misses the target. The assist came from Oussama El Azzouzi.

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Opportunity wasted! Lassine Sinayoko from Auxerre attempted a right-footed shot from the left side of the penalty area, but it narrowly went wide to the left. The assist was provided by Rudy Matondo.

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Missed opportunity! Lassine Sinayoko from Auxerre took a right-footed shot from the left side of the penalty area, but it veered just to the left of the goal. The assist came from Rudy Matondo.

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Opportunity wasted! Gonçalo Ramos from Paris Saint Germain attempted a left-footed shot from outside the penalty area, but it sailed high and to the left of the goal. The assist came from Senny Mayulu.

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Missed opportunity. Gonçalo Ramos of Paris Saint-Germain attempted a left-footed shot from outside the penalty area, but it sailed high and to the left of the goal. The assist came from Senny Mayulu.

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Missed opportunity. Bradley Barcola from Paris Saint Germain attempted a right-footed shot from a challenging angle on the right side, which came very close to finding the net. The assist was provided by Ousmane Dembélé with a well-placed through ball.

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Opportunity wasted. Oussama El Azzouzi from Auxerre attempted a header from the center of the penalty area but sent it wide to the left. The assist came from Kévin Danois, who delivered a cross.

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Missed opportunity. Lassine Sinayoko from Auxerre takes a right-footed shot from outside the penalty area, but it sails over the goal and to the right.

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Missed opportunity! Désiré Doué from Paris Saint Germain took a shot with his right foot from inside the six-yard box, but it went wide to the left. The assist came from Bradley Barcola.

Auxerre 0, Paris Saint Germain 1. Bradley Barcola scores for Paris Saint Germain with a right-footed shot from outside the penalty area, finding the left corner of the net. The assist came from Ousmane Dembélé after a swift counterattack.

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GOAL PSG: Bradley Barcola (PSG) scores!

Bradley Barcola scores goal number 7 in the competition (16 matches) Bradley Barcola scores goal number 33 for his team (130 matches)