Ligue 1 Gameweek 12
Lyon 2 - 3 FT Paris Saint Germain
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Futmetrix Verdict
100
FT
Sun, Sep 20
Manchester City
5-3
Sunderland
⚡ Intensity
100
⚖️ Balance
91
🏆 Stakes
70
🎲 Upset
0
Eight goals, hat-trick heroics, pure chaos.
Futmetrix Verdict
55
FT
Sun, Sep 20
Gamba Osaka
0-1
Vissel Kobe
⚡ Intensity
40
⚖️ Balance
20
🏆 Stakes
78
🎲 Upset
0
Erik breaks Gamba hearts at 90'
Futmetrix Verdict
52
FT
Sat, Sep 19
Brighton
3-0
Arsenal
⚡ Intensity
37
⚖️ Balance
17
🏆 Stakes
70
🎲 Upset
80
Brighton dismantle league leaders Arsenal.
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
W. Zaire-Emery (Vitinha) 26'
30' A. Moreira (M. Niakhate)
K. Kvaratskhelia (Vitinha) 33'
44' Clinton Mata
Senny Mayulu 45'+1
HT
50' A. Maitland-Niles (T. Morton)
57' Tyler Morton
64' ↓ R. Ghezzal ↑A. Karabec
↓ S. Mayulu ↑Q. Ndjantou 67'
↓ L. Hernandez ↑Marquinhos 74'
↓ K. Kvaratskhelia ↑G. Ramos 74'
↓ F. Ruiz ↑I. Mbaye 74'
78' ↓ K. Merah ↑C. Tolisso
J. Neves (Lee Kang-In) 90'
90'+3 Corentin Tolisso
90'+3 Nicolás Tagliafico
90'+3 Nicolás Tagliafico
Gonçalo Ramos 90'+6
Bench Martín Satriano
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Lyon
Goalkeepers
Dominik Greif 
SIEVE
25%
Save %
25%
Save %
3
Conceded
1
Saves
Defenders
Ruben Kluivert 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Clinton Mata
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Moussa Niakhaté 
PROVOCATEUR
2
Fouls Won
2
Fouls Won
3
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Nicolás Tagliafico 
FRIENDLY FIRE
Red Card
Mistake
Red Card
Mistake
2
Fouls
5.3
Rating
Midfielders
Tanner Tessmann
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Tyler Morton 
PROVIDER
1
Assists
1
Assists
1
Key Passes
6.6
Rating
Ainsley Maitland-Niles 
SNIPER
100%
Conversion
100%
Conversion
1
Goals
1
Shots
Kiliane Merah
LATE SHIFT
12
Late Mins
12
Late Mins
78
Total Mins
78
Entry
Afonso Moreira
SNIPER
50%
Conversion
50%
Conversion
1
Goals
2
Shots
Forwards
Rachid Ghezzal
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
64
Total Mins
64
Entry
BENCH
Rémy Descamps 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Lassine Diarra
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Téo Barišić
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Adam Karabec
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
26
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Corentin Tolisso
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
12
Total Mins
Started
Entry
T. Goncalves
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Matheus de Carvalho
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Enzo Molébé
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Martín Satriano
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Paris Saint Germain
Goalkeepers
Lucas Chevalier
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Warren Zaïre-Emery
SNIPER
100%
Conversion
100%
Conversion
1
Goals
1
Shots
Illia Zabarnyi 
MAGNET
91
Activity
91
Activity
85
Passes
6
Duels
Willian Pacho
MAGNET
114
Activity
114
Activity
104
Passes
10
Duels
Lucas Hernández
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
74
Total Mins
74
Entry
Midfielders
João Neves 
CLUTCH HERO
90
Goal Time
90
Goal Time
Goal
Impact
7.9
Rating
Vitinha 
ARCHITECT
2
Key Passes
2
Key Passes
2
Assists
117%
Pass Acc
Fabián Ruiz
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
74
Total Mins
74
Entry
Forwards
Lee Kang-In
MAGNET
62
Activity
62
Activity
50
Passes
12
Duels
Senny Mayulu
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
67
Total Mins
67
Entry
Khvicha Kvaratskhelia
SNIPER
100%
Conversion
100%
Conversion
1
Goals
1
Shots
BENCH
Matvey Safonov
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Renato Marin
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Lucas Beraldo
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
D. Boly
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Marquinhos
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
16
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Ibrahim Mbaye
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
16
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Gonçalo Ramos
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
16
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Bradley Barcola
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Quentin Ndjantou Mbitcha
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
23
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/09/2025 | Lyon | 2 - 3 | Paris Saint Germain | Ligue 1 | Parc Olympique Lyonnais |
| 02/23/2025 | Lyon | 2 - 3 | Paris Saint Germain | Ligue 1 | Groupama Stadium |
| 12/15/2024 | Paris Saint Germain | 3 - 1 | Lyon | Ligue 1 | Parc des Princes |
| 05/25/2024 | Lyon | 1 - 2 | Paris Saint Germain | Coupe de France | Decathlon Arena - Stade Pierre-Mauroy |
| 04/21/2024 | Paris Saint Germain | 4 - 1 | Lyon | Ligue 1 | Parc des Princes |
| 09/03/2023 | Lyon | 1 - 4 | Paris Saint Germain | Ligue 1 | Groupama Stadium |
11/09/2025
02/23/2025
12/15/2024
05/25/2024
04/21/2024
09/03/2023
Lyon Win
Paris Saint Germain Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 12 GD: +13
P: 12 GD: +17
P: 12 GD: +10
P: 12 GD: +8
P: 14 GD: +2
P: 12 GD: +8
P: 12 GD: +3
P: 12 GD: +3
P: 12 GD: +2
P: 12 GD: +2
P: 12 GD: -3
P: 12 GD: -4
P: 12 GD: -5
P: 12 GD: -15
P: 12 GD: -7
P: 12 GD: -7
P: 12 GD: -12
P: 12 GD: -12
P: 2 GD: +1
P: 3 GD: -3
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
Lyon
Paris Saint Germain
Lyon
Paris Saint Germain
Win Probability
Futmetrix AI estimate
PSG Snatches Victory at Parc Olympique Lyonnais in Title-Race Masterclass
Must-Watch Futmetrix Score: 100/100. This French title clash delivered chaos: five goals in 64 minutes, five lead changes, and a 90th-minute winner that confirmed PSG's iron grip on the Ligue 1 summit as Lyon's hopes crumbled.
Goal Flurry Ignites the Parc: Three Strikes in Seven Minutes
From the 26th to 33rd minute, Parc Olympique Lyonnais became a shooting gallery. Zaire-Emery opened the scoring (26'), then Moreira levelled for Lyon (30'). But Kvaratskhelia settled it three minutes later with a clinical finish. The intensity was suffocating: PSG commanded 72% possession, yet Lyon refused to surrender. Vitinha orchestrated the Parisian assault with two assists, turning every touch into a threat. Lyon's 28% ownership masked their threat—they were dangerous on the break, but PSG's 90% passing accuracy dictated the rhythm.
The Balance Shifts: Lyon Fights Back, Then Implodes
At 50 minutes, Maitland-Niles restored parity at 2-2, reigniting the stakes. For 40 minutes, the match hung in equilibrium. Lyon pressed, PSG controlled. Then, at the 90th minute, João Neves broke the deadlock with a finish set up by Lee Kang-In. The winner-takes-all moment had arrived. Seconds later, Tagliafico was sent off for an off-the-ball foul, a final punctuation mark on Lyon's collapse.
Title Race Clarity Emerges
PSG now sits 7 points clear at the summit with 30 points from 13 matches. Lyon, seventh with 20 points, faces a widening gap in the relegation battle context—a 7-point deficit that feels insurmountable after this defeat. The lead changed hands five times, yet PSG's superior execution and collective dominance proved decisive. Kvaratskhelia and Vitinha were the architects of victory, transforming possession into precision. This wasn't luck; it was a statement of intent from the runaway leaders.
Key Questions
How did Tagliafico's red card shape the outcome?
The 90+3 dismissal sealed Lyon's fate. Already trailing 2-3, Tagliafico's off-the-ball foul was the symbolic final blow, confirming PSG's dominance.
Why was Kvaratskhelia the standout performer?
Kvaratskhelia's 8.5 rating reflected his goal and relentless threat. He exploited Lyon's defensive gaps, embodying PSG's clinical edge in the final third.
What caused the five-goal thriller?
Lyon's transition play created openings despite low possession. PSG's dominance left spaces. Three goals in seven minutes destabilised the psychological equilibrium.
What is the Futmetrix Score?
The Futmetrix Score is our 0-100 verdict on how entertaining a match is. We look at intensity, balance, stakes, and star quality to tell you if it's worth your time.
Archive note: this preview was written after the match was played.
Title Rivals Collide in a Classic French Stand-off
Worth Watching Futmetrix Score: 69/100. This isn't just a match; it's a statement of intent for two clubs separated by championship ambitions at Parc Olympique Lyonnais.
The Setup
The Stakes couldn't be higher as Lyon prepares to defend its fortress against the reigning giants. Boasting an 80% win rate at home this season, the hosts have turned their pitch into a daunting destination for visitors. However, the Paris Saint Germain squad arrives packed with world-class Stars, looking to bridge the gap at the top of the table. While Lyon's Form has seen some recent draws, their ability to score 1.6 goals per game ensures that Paris will have to work for every inch of grass.
Key Battle
The tactical heart of this contest lies in the duel between Pavel Šulc and Vitinha. Šulc has emerged as Lyon's primary threat, combining late box entries with clinical finishing. He will be shadowed by Vitinha, whose 7.7 average rating reflects his importance in anchoring the PSG midfield. If Vitinha can neutralize Šulc's movement, players like João Neves will have the freedom to orchestrate the attack for the visitors.
Our Prediction
Expect a high-octane start with Paris Saint Germain dominating possession through the middle. Lyon will likely absorb the pressure and strike rapidly on the break via G. Mikautadze. Given Lyon's resilience at the Parc Olympique Lyonnais and the individual brilliance of O. Dembélé, a 2-2 draw feels like the most probable outcome—a result that keeps the title race simmering.