Mbappé Fires PSG to Ligue 1 Summit with Dramatic Late GoalMbappé Fires PSG to Ligue 1 Summit with Dramatic Late Goal Kylian Mbappé’s late heroics propelled Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) to the top of the Ligue 1 standings as they secured a thrilling 2-1 victory over RC Strasbourg on Saturday night. PSG, who had been trailing Rennes by a point before the game, found themselves a goal down after Adrian Thomasson gave Strasbourg the lead in the 13th minute. However, Marco Verratti equalized just before halftime, setting the stage for a thrilling second half. With time running out, it looked as if PSG would have to settle for a draw. But in the dying embers of the match, Mbappé stepped up to deliver. The French superstar received a pass from Lionel Messi on the edge of the box and curled a stunning strike into the bottom corner, sending the Parc des Princes into raptures. The goal not only sealed the three points for PSG but also propelled them to the summit of Ligue 1. With their seventh victory in their last nine games, PSG now sit top of the table with 27 points, one point ahead of Rennes. Mbappé’s performance was particularly impressive as he continues to establish himself as one of the world’s best players. The 24-year-old has now scored 12 goals in Ligue 1 this season, extending his lead as the league’s top scorer. PSG manager Christophe Galtier praised Mbappé’s contribution, saying, “Kylian was decisive once again. He is a world-class player who can make a difference in any game.” With the victory, PSG have taken control of the Ligue 1 title race and will be aiming to maintain their momentum as they pursue their first league crown since 2019.
