# Paris Saint-Germain Stays Ahead with a Win Over Rennes in Ligue 1 Round 16

Paris Saint-Germain continued their impressive streak as they defeated Rennes 2-0 in their latest Ligue 1 encounter, solidifying their position at the top of the table. The match, held at the Parc des Princes, saw PSG dominate from start to finish, showcasing their attacking prowess and defensive resilience.

The first half was evenly contested, with both teams creating chances. Rennes came close to breaking the deadlock, but PSG’s defense remained solid, denying the visitors several clear opportunities. The breakthrough came in the 53rd minute when Kylian Mbappé, the team’s star player, scored a brilliant individual goal. Mbappé collected the ball on the edge of the box, danced past two defenders, and fired a powerful shot into the top corner, putting PSG ahead 1-0.

The second half saw PSG take control, with Rennes struggling to contain their attacking trio of Mbappé, Neymar Jr., and Achraf Hakimi. Mbappé nearly doubled his tally in the 71st minute with another impressive effort, but his shot rattled the crossbar. Instead of waiting for another chance, Neymar Jr. capitalized on a defensive error to slot home the second goal, extending PSG’s lead to 2-0.

Despite Rennes throwing on all the attacking options, PSG’s defense held firm, with goalkeeper Keylor Navas making a couple of crucial saves to keep the visitors at bay. The result extends PSG’s unbeaten run in Ligue 1 this season and further cements their position at the summit of the table, with a commanding six-point lead over second-placed Marseille.

Post-match, manager Mauricio Pochettino praised his side’s performance, stating, “We showed character and quality today. Mbappé was exceptional, and the team defended well as a unit. We’ll keep pushing to win the league.” Mbappé also had his say, saying, “It’s always nice to score, but it’s the team effort that gets us through these wins. We’re not stopping here—we want to win the championship.”

As PSG prepare for their next fixture against Lorient, they remain the team to watch in Ligue 1. With a mix of experienced stars and rising talents, the capital club is well-positioned to defend their league title and perhaps even challenge for a Champions League crown. For now, though, all eyes are on maintaining their lead at the top of the table.