Paris Saint-Germain edged past Stade Brestois 29 with a late goal from Désiré Doué, securing a 1-0 victory at Parc des Princes and maintaining their grip on first place in Ligue 1.
PSG dominated proceedings from start to finish but needed patience to break down a stubborn Brestois defense. The home side controlled the ball with 67% possession and created numerous chances throughout the match. However, the visitors proved difficult to crack, with goalkeeper Grégoire Coudert producing an outstanding display to keep the score level.
The first half saw PSG probe for openings without finding the breakthrough. Senny Mayulu tested Coudert early on, forcing the goalkeeper into action. PSG's attacking players moved the ball with precision, accumulating 13 corner kicks but failing to convert the set-piece opportunities into goals.
Brestois offered little in attack during the opening 45 minutes. The away side managed just one shot on target as they focused on defensive solidity. Their compact shape frustrated PSG's attacking intentions, and the teams went into the interval locked at 0-0.
The second half followed a similar pattern, with PSG controlling play while Brestois remained resolute at the back. Lucas Hernández drove forward from the left flank, creating chances for teammates. The pressure continued to build on the visitors' goal line.
The breakthrough finally arrived in the 82nd minute when Doué struck decisively. The substitute made an immediate impact, finishing clinically to send Parc des Princes into celebration. Doué's intervention proved decisive after coming off the bench.
PSG's statistics told the story of dominance without early reward. The home team recorded 23 total shots with six on target. They completed 687 passes at 89% accuracy while Brestois managed just 339 passes. Expected goals favored PSG at 1.25 to 0.16.
Coudert's heroics kept Brestois in the contest. The goalkeeper made five saves to deny PSG repeatedly. His performance represented one of the standout individual efforts of the evening.
Mayulu impressed for PSG despite the absence of goals. The midfielder created six key passes and recorded two shots on target. His work rate in midfield helped control the tempo throughout.
The victory extends PSG's lead at the top of Ligue 1. They now hold 70 points from 31 matches with a record of 22 wins, four draws, and five losses. Brestois remain in 12th place with 38 points.
PSG's form continues to strengthen as the season reaches its climax. They have won three of their last five matches while maintaining defensive stability. This hard-fought victory demonstrates their ability to grind out results when chances prove difficult to create.
Brestois will reflect on a solid defensive showing despite the defeat. They limited PSG's clear-cut opportunities but lacked the attacking threat needed to trouble the hosts. The away side must now focus on climbing the table in their remaining fixtures.
