Paris Saint-Germain asserted their Ligue 1 dominance with a decisive 3-1 victory over Toulouse. Ousmane Dembélé spearheaded the attack, securing a vital double for the league leaders at Parc des Princes.
The highly anticipated clash on April 3, 2026, saw table-topping Paris Saint-Germain, boasting 60 points, host a mid-table Toulouse side positioned ninth with 37 points. PSG entered the match aiming to extend their commanding lead atop the standings.
The hosts opened the scoring in the 23rd minute. Ousmane Dembélé broke the deadlock with a sharp, clinical finish, giving Paris Saint-Germain an early advantage in front of their home crowd.
Toulouse, however, quickly responded, refusing to be overawed. Just four minutes later, in the 27th minute, Rasmus Nicolaisen netted the equalizer. Djibril Sidibé provided a precise assist, setting up Nicolaisen to level the score.
Paris Saint-Germain restored their lead shortly after, showcasing their attacking prowess. Ousmane Dembélé grabbed his second goal of the night in the 33rd minute. Khvicha Kvaratskhelia delivered a well-placed assist, allowing Dembélé to put PSG ahead once more.
The first half concluded with Paris Saint-Germain holding a narrow 2-1 lead after a pulsating opening period. Toulouse had shown resilience, but PSG’s individual attacking quality shone through. Both sides faced a tactical challenge for the second period.
The second half saw Paris Saint-Germain maintain control of possession and tempo. They managed the game effectively, making strategic substitutions to refresh the squad and manage fatigue. João Neves replaced Lee Kang-in in the 59th minute.
Further changes followed for the home side. Lucas Beraldo made way for Vitinha in the 67th minute. Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, who earned an assist and contributed significantly, was then substituted for Nuno Mendes in the 68th minute.
Toulouse also made several changes in the 83rd minute, bringing on fresh legs in an attempt to find a late equalizer. Cristian Casseres Jr. had been booked earlier for Toulouse in the 36th minute, highlighting the visitor's defensive struggles.
As the match approached its conclusion, Paris Saint-Germain sealed their victory with a late strike. Substitute Gonçalo Ramos added a well-taken third goal in the 90+2 minute. Nuno Mendes registered the assist, capping off a comfortable win for the home side.
Paris Saint-Germain dominated the overall statistics. They boasted an impressive 72% ball possession and registered 17 total shots, with 7 finding the target. Their expected goals (xG) stood at 1.78, significantly higher than Toulouse's 0.16 from just 5 shots.
This comprehensive victory further solidifies Paris Saint-Germain's commanding position at the summit of Ligue 1. Toulouse, despite a spirited first-half effort, remains firmly in the middle of the pack. PSG continues their relentless march towards another coveted league title.
