Despite a Late Red Card, Parisians Show Resilience to Secure Victory and Extend Winning Streak
Bouncing back from European disappointment, Paris Saint-Germain showcased their champion’s resolve on Saturday, navigating a tough challenge and a late red card to defeat RC Strasbourg 2-1. The hard-fought victory propelled PSG back to the top of Ligue 1 and extended their domestic winning run to six games.
Strasbourg applied early pressure, forcing PSG goalkeeper Matvey Safonov into action. The game’s first major twist came when a VAR review awarded the hosts a penalty for a Marquinhos handball. Striker Joaquin Panichelli stepped up, but Safonov guessed correctly, diving to his left to make a crucial save and keep the scores level.
The Parisians capitalized on the let-off almost immediately. A defensive error from Strasbourg captain Mamadou Sarr gifted the ball to Senny Mayulu, who calmly slotted home to give the visitors a lead against the run of play. Strasbourg’s response was swift, however, as Panichelli turned provider, setting up Guela Dour for a powerful equalizing volley.
The match remained fiercely contested after the break. Just as it seemed headed for a draw, PSG’s task grew harder. Defender Achraf Hakimi was shown a straight red card for a dangerous high challenge on Panichelli, forcing his side to play the final 15 minutes with only ten men.
Facing a surging Strasbourg, PSG dug deep. Against the odds, they found a late winner. With just ten minutes remaining, full-back Nuno Mendes arrived in the box to finish coolly, stunning the home crowd and handing his side a dramatic lead.
Strasbourg threw everything forward in a frantic finale, but the depleted Parisian defense held firm to secure three vital points. The result marks the first loss for new Strasbourg coach Gary O’Neil and halts his team’s eight-game unbeaten streak.
For PSG, the performance was less about fluid beauty and more about gritty determination. Overcoming a penalty save, an equalizer, and a red card to snatch a late win underscores the relentless drive that keeps them at the pinnacle of French football.
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