João Neves’ Last-Minute Strike Seals Dramatic Win for PSG and Top Spot in Ligue 1
Paris Saint-Germain snatched a thrilling 3–2 victory over Lyon thanks to a stoppage-time goal from João Neves in the 95th minute. Despite being plagued by injuries to several key players and struggling to create chances, the Parisians made the most of their final corner kick — even while playing with ten men after Nicolás Tagliafico was sent off.
The first half saw both sides exchange goals following defensive lapses, setting the tone for an open and unpredictable contest. Lyon dominated much of the second half and deservedly equalised through a well-placed header from Ainsley Maitland-Niles in the 50th minute.
Ukrainian defender Illia Zabarnyi completed the full match for PSG, putting in a composed performance at the back. But it was João Neves who stole the spotlight — his decisive strike in added time not only secured all three points but also propelled Paris Saint-Germain to the top of the Ligue 1 standings.
2025-26, France - Ligue 1
Lyon - PSG 2:3 (1:2)
Goals: Zaire-Emery, 26 (0:1); Moreira, 30 (1:1); Kvaratskhelia, 33 (1:2); Maitland-Niles, 50 (2:2); Neves J. P., 90 (2:3)
Lyon: Greif; Tagliafico (till 90); Niakhaté; Kluivert R.; Mata C.; Morton T.; Tessmann; Merah (Tolisso, 78); Maitland-Niles; Moreira; Ghezzal R. (Karabec, 64)
Substitution: Karabec (from 64); Tolisso (from 78)
Bench: Descamps R.; Diarra L.; de Carvalho; Satriano; Molébé
Yellow Cards: Mata C. 44; Tagliafico 57, 90; Morton T. 57; Tolisso 90; Satriano 90
Red cards: Tagliafico 90'
PSG: Chevalier L.; Zabarnyi; Lucas Hernandez (Marquinhos, 74); Vitinha F.; Kvaratskhelia (Ramos G., 74); Fabian Ruiz (Mbaye, 74); Mayulu (Ndjantou, 67); Zaire-Emery; Pacho; Neves J. P.; Lee Kang-in
Substitution: Ndjantou (from 67); Marquinhos (from 74); Mbaye (from 74); Ramos G. (from 74)
Bench: Safonov M.; Marin R.; Beraldo L.; Barcola B.
Yellow Cards: Mayulu 45; Ramos G. 90
