• Paris Saint-Germain beats Rennes 2-1 in Ligue 1 round 16, Mbappe scores winner as PSG stays on top.

    Updated:2026-01-31 08:32    Views:118

    Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) and Rennes FC were the two teams that had to face off in Round 16 of the French Football League (Ligue 1). The match was played at the Stade de France, where PSG had been successful in previous encounters.

    The first half saw both sides score goals, with PSG scoring first through a header by Kylian Mbappe, while Rennes equalized after 57 minutes through a goal from Thiago Motta. However, PSG managed to hold onto their lead until the 84th minute when they scored their third goal of the game with a penalty kick from Neymar Jr.

    In the second half, PSG continued to dominate possession and create chances for their striker. They eventually took the lead with a goal from Edinson Cavani, but Rennes tried to respond with a late goal from Thiago Silva.

    However, PSG's dominance only increased further, as they scored their fourth goal in the 99th minute with a goal from Kylian Mbappe. It was then a case of who would be the last one standing.

    In the end, PSG celebrated their victory, as they beat Rennes 2-1, securing their spot in the quarterfinals of the competition. The win marked a huge achievement for the team, especially given the challenges they faced in the previous rounds.

    It was a significant moment for PSG, as they showed that they can compete against some of the best teams in Europe. Their performance during the round 16 matches is proof that they have the talent to make it past the quarterfinals.

    Overall, this match was another example of how PSG has shown that they are a formidable force in the French football league. With the victory, PSG moved closer to reaching the Champions League stage, which could potentially bring them more success in future competitions.