Paris Saint-Germain Triumphs Over Clermont in Ligue 1 Round 1 with Mbappé's Two Goals and an Assist

# Paris Saint-Germain Triumphs Over Clermont in Ligue 1 Round 1 with Mbappé's Two Goals and an Assist

Paris Saint-Germain kicked off the 2023-2024 Ligue 1 season with a dominant 3-1 victory over Clermont on Saturday. The match, played at the Parc des Princes, saw PSG display their attacking prowess, with Kylian Mbappé playing a pivotal role in the victory. Mbappé scored twice and assisted once, securing his spot as the standout performer of the game.

## A Commanding Performance from Paris Saint-Germain

PSG dominated from the first whistle, controlling possession and creating numerous chances. The visitors, Clermont, struggled to contain the Parisians' attacking trio of Mbappé, Neymar, and Messi, who combined to create a constant threat. The hosts broke the deadlock in the 16th minute when Mbappé capitalized on a defensive error, slotting the ball into the bottom corner.

## Mbappé Shines Again

Mbappé was at the heart of everything PSG did. Just 12 minutes after opening the scoring, the French striker delivered a perfect cross into the box for Neymar, who capitalized on a Clermont error to slot home. Mbappé's second goal came in the 72nd minute, a clinical finish after a well-organized counter-attack. His influence on the game was immense, and his ability to read the play and exploit defensive gaps was key to PSG's success.

## A Comfortable Win for PSG

Despite being reduced to 10 men in the 86th minute after Lucas Paquetto’s red card, PSG remained in control. The third goal came from Messi, who capped off a brilliant individual effort with a composed finish. Clermont, despite their best efforts, couldn't find an equalizer and left the capital empty-handed.

## Conclusion

Paris Saint-Germain’s 3-1 win over Clermont was a statement of intent. With Mbappé leading the charge, the Parisians showed why they are one of the most formidable sides in French football. As they prepare for their next fixture, PSG will look to build on this performance and continue their quest for another Ligue 1 title. Meanwhile, Clermont will need to regroup and find a way to stop the likes of Mbappé and co. in their next matches.