🔹 Match Summary
Paris Saint-Germain missed the chance to extend their Ligue 1 lead beyond 10 points, as they were held to a 1-1 draw by Reims at the Parc des Princes on Saturday.
Luis Enrique’s side struggled to break down their resilient opponents, marking their third consecutive home league game without a win against Reims.
Ousmane Dembélé gave PSG the lead early in the second half, but Keito Nakamura’s equalizer ensured the visitors left with a point after a well-executed counter-attack.
⚽ How the Game Unfolded
🔹 First Half – Missed Opportunities:
PSG dominated possession and created several chances early on. Ousmane Dembélé forced a strong save from Yehvann Diouf, while Gonçalo Ramos squandered two golden chances in quick succession.
🔹 47′ – Dembélé Opens the Scoring:
Just two minutes after halftime, Dembélé capitalized on a pass from debutant Khvicha Kvaratskhelia and scored with the aid of a deflection.
🔹 60′ – Nakamura Levels for Reims:
Despite PSG’s lead, Reims responded quickly. A well-worked counter-attack saw Keito Nakamura slot the ball past Gianluigi Donnarumma to make it 1-1.
🔹 Final Minutes – PSG Struggle to Respond:
PSG failed to create clear chances in the closing stages, with Nuno Mendes’ long-range effort comfortably saved by Diouf.
📊 Player Ratings & Performances
🔵 Paris Saint-Germain (4-3-3)
| Player | Rating |
|---|---|
| GK: Gianluigi Donnarumma | 6.2/10 (Beaten on Reims’ only real chance) |
| RB: Achraf Hakimi | 6.5/10 (Good movement, lacked final product) |
| CB: Marquinhos | 6.8/10 (Solid defensively, but little impact on build-up) |
| CB: Lucas Hernandez | 6.6/10 (Struggled to handle Reims’ counters) |
| LB: Nuno Mendes | 6.3/10 (Decent attacking runs, one long-range shot) |
| CM: Warren Zaïre-Emery | 7.0/10 (Energetic, good ball control) |
| CM: Vitinha | 6.8/10 (Composed but needed more penetration) |
| CM: Manuel Ugarte | 6.5/10 (Did well in duels, but lacked creativity) |
| RW: Ousmane Dembélé | 7.4/10 (Best PSG player, lively and scored the opener) |
| ST: Gonçalo Ramos | 5.9/10 (Missed big chances) |
| LW: Khvicha Kvaratskhelia | 7.3/10 (Promising debut, assist for goal) |
🔄 Substitutes:
- Bradley Barcola (76’ for Ramos): 6.2/10
- Marco Asensio (82’ for Ugarte): 6.0/10
🟥 Reims (4-4-2)
| Player | Rating |
|---|---|
| GK: Yehvann Diouf | 7.8/10 ⭐ (Excellent saves, kept Reims in the game) |
| RB: Thomas Foket | 6.5/10 (Worked hard defensively) |
| CB: Yunis Abdelhamid | 7.3/10 (Commanding presence at the back) |
| CB: Emmanuel Agbadou | 7.0/10 (Well-organized, strong in aerial duels) |
| LB: Thibault De Smet | 6.8/10 (Kept Hakimi in check) |
| RM: Junya Ito | 6.4/10 (Missed a great header) |
| CM: Marshall Munetsi | 6.9/10 (Strong in midfield) |
| CM: Azor Matusiwa | 7.1/10 (Smart passing, great positioning) |
| LM: Keito Nakamura | 7.5/10 (Scored equalizer, always a threat) |
| ST: Teddy Teuma | 6.2/10 (Worked hard but little impact) |
| ST: Mohamed Daramy | 6.0/10 (Struggled to get involved) |
🔄 Substitutes:
- Folarin Balogun (70’ for Daramy): 6.4/10
- Arber Zeneli (80’ for Ito): 6.3/10
🏆 Player of the Match
⭐ Yehvann Diouf (Reims)
🔹 Crucial saves to deny PSG
🔹 Dominated his box
🔹 Kept his team in the game
📈 Key Stats & Data Debrief
🔹 PSG’s Unbeaten Streak Continues:
Despite the frustration, PSG have now avoided defeat in their first 19 Ligue 1 games – a feat they have only achieved three other times (1985-86, 2015-16, 2018-19).
🔹 Reims’ Impressive Away Record at PSG:
PSG haven’t beaten Reims at home in their last three meetings, their worst home record against any team in Ligue 1.
🔹 Kvaratskhelia’s Impact:
The new signing had the most touches in the opposition box (9) and won the most duels (19) for PSG.
🔮 What’s Next?
🔹 PSG: Luis Enrique’s side turn their focus to a crucial Champions League away clash against Stuttgart next week.
🔹 Reims: They will aim to build on this result as they face Montpellier at home in their next Ligue 1 fixture.
💭 Can PSG maintain their title charge despite recent stumbles? Will Kvaratskhelia be a game-changer for them? Let me know your thoughts! 👇
