PSG Win at Strasbourg Despite Red Card, and Now Face Marseille Without Hakimi
Pressure was already high at the Meinau, but Paris Saint-Germain found themselves tested in a way that defines title races and reveals character.
PSG walked away from Strasbourg with a 2–1 victory, but this was far from a routine night. It was tense, chaotic and decisive for the Ligue 1 title picture. Paris had to fight through mistakes, momentum swings and a late red card, before delivering a result that could shape the weeks ahead.
The match opened with early drama. Strasbourg earned a penalty after a defensive handball, a moment that could have tilted everything. PSG survived that scare and soon after, capitalized on a costly Strasbourg error. Senny Mayulu stayed alert, pounced on a loose ball and gave Paris the lead. It was a reminder of PSG’s ability to punish hesitation at the highest level.
Strasbourg did not fold. Backed by a loud home crowd, they responded with confidence and aggression. Guéla Doué brought them level with a composed finish, restoring belief and turning the match into a real contest. At halftime, the balance felt fragile and the pressure was squarely on the champions.
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Then came the turning point. Achraf Hakimi, playing his first Ligue 1 match after returning, was shown a straight red card for a dangerous challenge following a VAR review. PSG were suddenly down to ten men, facing sustained pressure and staring at a difficult final quarter of an hour.
But this is where the story deepened. Instead of retreating, PSG showed control and composure. Kang-In Lee injected calm and movement. Warren Zaïre-Emery surged forward at the right moment. And Nuno Mendes arrived at the far post to head in the winning goal, a moment of clarity in the middle of chaos.
That goal sealed the win, pushed PSG back to the top of the Ligue 1 table and sent a clear message to their rivals. Even under stress, even with a man down, this team knows how to close matches.
Yet the consequences are significant. Hakimi’s red card means he will miss the upcoming Classique against Marseille. That absence will be felt. His pace, energy and influence on the right side are central to PSG’s structure and Marseille will surely target that weakness.
For Strasbourg, this was a painful result, but also a performance that showed resilience and courage against Europe’s champions. For PSG, it was a victory earned through resolve, not comfort.
The title race tightens, the Classique looms and every decision now carries weight. Stay with us as this Ligue 1 season continues to deliver pressure, drama and defining moments, right when it matters most.
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