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Paris Saint-Germain's Ligue 1 Round 18 victory over Ajaccio: Mbappé and Messi score twice for the team.
Updated:2026-01-08 08:32 Views:71Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) secured their first-round win in Ligue 1 against Ajaccio with a commanding performance on Sunday. The French giants dominated from start to finish, scoring two goals each in a 4-0 victory that solidified their position at the top of the table.
The match began brightly as PSG quickly took control. Neymar Jr., who had been struggling with form during the season, scored his second goal of the game just five minutes into the match. He found himself unmarked in the penalty area and calmly slotted the ball past the goalkeeper, giving PSG a 1-0 lead.
In the 22nd minute, PSG doubled its advantage when Kylian Mbappe, one of the world's most prolific strikers, latched onto a pass from Marco Verratti and pounced on it with a powerful header, converting from close range. This goal made Mbappe the league's leading scorer after 17 matches this season, with 15 goals and six assists.
Ajaccio, despite fighting back, could not find a way through PSG's defense. In the 39th minute, Mbappe was again involved, this time assisting Sergio Ramos to score PSG's third goal. Ramos capitalized on a corner kick, taking advantage of poor defending and slotting home the ball into the net.
In the final quarter of the game, PSG continued to dominate. In the 66th minute, Mbappe added another assist, this time setting up Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang to score PSG's fourth goal. The striker found himself in space in front of the goal and powered the ball home, completing the rout.
This victory marks a significant milestone for PSG, who have now won four out of their first five games in Ligue 1. The team is currently unbeaten in all competitions since January, thanks to the performances of players like Mbappe and Neymar Jr. Their success has put them in prime position to challenge Juventus for the title this season.
As PSG look to continue their dominance in Ligue 1, they will face tough challenges ahead. However, their current form suggests that they have the firepower to overcome any obstacle in their path. With Mbappe continuing to impress and Neymar Jr. regaining his form, PSG looks set to be a force to be reckoned with throughout the rest of the season.
