PSG versus Montpellier - About the match | PSG Wins 3 -0 | Facts
- November 3, 2023
- 12:29 AM
Final Score:
(PSG) 3 : 0 (Montpellier)
Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) clashed with Montpellier in a highly anticipated Ligue 1 encounter, which took place at the iconic Parc des Princes earlier today.
The reigning champions found themselves in the second position on the league table, boasting a commendable 21 points from the 10 matches they had contested. Their primary objective in this match was to surpass the current frontrunners, Nice, who held 22 points.
PSG vs Montpellier : PSG rises to top spot in Ligue-1
Paris Saint-Germain seized the top spot in the Ligue 1 standings with an impressive 3-0 victory on their home turf against Montpellier. This triumph temporarily placed the reigning champions at the summit of the league, although OGC Nice could reclaim the position should they emerge victorious against Rennes on Sunday.
Under the guidance of their manager, Luis Enrique, PSG exhibited their dominance with a stylish performance at the Parc des Princes.
As the match unfolded, Montpellier came tantalizingly close to taking an early lead when Achraf Hakimi and Marquinhos were caught off guard by a long ball played over the top. Teji Savanier, following a well-placed cross, unleashed a fierce shot at the far post, only to be denied by a superb recovery challenge from Nordi Mukiele.
PSG vs Montpellier - First Goal
The home side, despite adopting a high defensive line in the early stages, managed to break the deadlock after just ten minutes. Hakimi delivered a low cross that Kylian Mbappe cleverly dummyed, allowing Lee Kang-in to find the top corner from the edge of the box with precision.
This opening goal seemed to invigorate PSG, with Ousmane Dembele breaking away from the Montpellier defense shortly after, forcing a formidable near-post save from Benjamin Lecomte. From the subsequent corner, Mbappe unleashed a powerful volley that narrowly missed its mark.
PSG vs Montpellier - Second Goal
In the second half, Hakimi showcased his striking prowess with a fine effort that Lecomte could only parry back into a dangerous area. Unfortunately for PSG, Randal Kolo Muani was unable to capitalize as he struggled to set himself up properly, and Montpellier cleared their lines.
Just before the hour mark, the champions extended their lead with a second goal. Warren Zaire-Emery orchestrated a well-executed give-and-go with Dembele, breaching the Montpellier defense, and unselfishly returned the ball for the teenager to drive into the roof of Lecomte’s net.
PSG vs Montpellier - Third Goal
PSG continued to assert their dominance, and they secured their third goal through substitute Vitinha, courtesy of Hakimi’s link-up play with Dembele on the right flank. Hakimi’s cross found the Portuguese midfielder in close range, and he calmly converted the opportunity.
Dembele continued to dazzle the crowd and sent the Parc des Princes into a frenzy as he elegantly set up Fabian Ruiz with a delightful flick. However, Lecomte managed to parry away Ruiz’s attempt.
In the dying moments of stoppage time, Goncalo Ramos had a goal disallowed due to an offside flag. Mbappe narrowly mistimed his run to meet Dembele’s clever ball over the top, denying PSG a fourth goal. They settled for a well-deserved 3-0 victory.
PSG had shown remarkable resilience after suffering a setback in the Champions League, where they were defeated by Newcastle. In their last four domestic league fixtures, they strung together a series of victories, demonstrating their offensive prowess by netting three goals in each of these matches. As they prepared to face Montpellier, they aimed to further extend their winning streak and maintain their impressive form.
Montpellier, on the other hand, was riding on the wave of confidence generated by their recent triumph over Toulouse, where they secured a convincing 3-0 victory. However, it was crucial to acknowledge the substantial challenge they faced when encountering PSG, particularly on the road.