Paris Saint-Germain Demolishes Marseille in Emphatic 5-0 Ligue 1 Rout
Paris Saint-Germain delivered a masterclass performance at Parc des Princes, dismantling bitter rivals Marseille in a comprehensive 5-0 victory that underscored their Ligue 1 dominance.
Ousmane Dembélé set the tone with a blistering first-half display, scoring twice to leave Marseille reeling. His 12th-minute opener and clinical 37th-minute strike established PSG's early control, showcasing his exceptional attacking prowess. Despite a brief moment of hope when Amine Gouiri appeared to score, the goal was ultimately disallowed.
The second half saw PSG continue their relentless assault. João Neves extended the lead just five minutes after halftime, before a Facundo Medina own goal compounded Marseille's misery. Khvicha Kvaratskhelia then struck in the 66th minute, with Lee Kang-In and Nuno Mendes completing the comprehensive victory.
Statistically, PSG's dominance was overwhelming. They controlled 58.2% possession, unleashed 22 shots compared to Marseille's nine, and maintained seven shots on target against their opponents' three. The match represented Marseille's heaviest defeat of the season, exposing the significant gulf between the two sides.
Dembélé emerged as the standout performer, his two-goal contribution symbolizing PSG's attacking brilliance. The victory further solidifies PSG's position in the Ligue 1 standings and sends a powerful message to their rivals.
Looking ahead, Paris Saint-Germain will travel to face Lens on February 21, while Marseille will seek redemption when they host Strasbourg on February 15.
GOALS:- 12' Dembélé - Paris Saint-Germain- 37' Dembélé - Paris Saint-Germain- 50' João Neves - Paris Saint-Germain- 64' Medina (own goal) - Marseille- 66' Kvaratskhelia - Paris Saint-Germain- 74' Lee Kang-In - Paris Saint-Germain- 90+1' Nuno Mendes - Paris Saint-Germain