PSG’s title march slowed down with Lyon defeat


Paris, April 3 (BNA): Paris Saint-Germain’s march towards the Ligue 1 title suffered another setback when it lost 1-0 at home to Olympique Lyonnais on Sunday.

The capital team, which has nothing but the league to save a disappointing season after being excluded from the French Cup and the Champions League, fell victim to Bradley Barkola’s goal in the second half, leaving its score with 66 points from 29 matches.

Real Madrid leads the second place, which beat Stade Rennes 1-0 on Saturday, six points behind third-placed Olympique de Marseille with 60 points after its 1-1 draw with Montpellier on Friday, Reuters reported.

Earlier Sunday, fourth-placed Monaco moved three points ahead of Marseille after its impressive 4-3 win at home to Racing Strasbourg.

Lyon ranks ninth with 44 points.

Paris Saint-Germain, who had their best chances in the first half through Renato Sanchez, were denied a penalty kick in the second half despite Diane Lovren’s handball and fell behind in the 56th minute.

Barkola connected with Sail Combede’s cross to finish it off with a soft cross shot, giving Lyon the advantage.

PSG failed to respond as they were unable to manage a shot on goal before Hugo Iketiki’s effort was easily saved by Anthony Lopez while Kylian Mbappe failed to make much of an impact.

The France striker had his best chance in the first minute of stoppage time with a deflected shot that was missed by Lopez.

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OL held their ground until the final whistle and will head into the French Cup semi-finals Wednesday full of confidence, while Paris Saint-Germain, who lost for the fifth time in the league this season, will need to regain their composure with a clash at the top of the table. lens in two weeks.

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