### Paris Saint-Germain Secure Third Spot in Ligue 1’s Champions League Qualifying Race

Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) secured their third spot in Ligue 1’s Champions League qualifying race with a thrilling 4-2 victory over Lyon on Saturday night at Parc des Princes.

The match was a high-stakes affair, with both teams fighting for their playoff spots. PSG dominated the first half, with goals from Kylian Mbappe, Neymar Jr., and Lionel Messi setting up a comfortable lead. However, Lyon came back strongly in the second half, scoring twice to force extra time.

In the extra time, PSG managed to hold onto their advantage, securing the win through a penalty shootout. This result means that PSG will face either Montpellier or Bordeaux in the first round of the Champions League qualifiers.

### Lens Secure Third Spot in Ligue 1’s Champions League Qualifying Race

Lens, another top-tier club in Ligue 1, also secured their third spot in the Champions League qualifying race with a hard-fought 2-1 win over Toulouse on Sunday afternoon at the Stade de France.

Lens had been struggling in recent weeks but showed resilience to come back from behind against Toulouse. The match was close until Lens scored two goals in the final minutes to clinch the win. With this result, Lens will play either Nice or Metz in the first round of the Champions League qualifiers.

### Marseille Compete for Third Position

Marseille, despite losing to Lens in the same league match, remains in contention for the third spot in Ligue 1’s Champions League qualifying race. They currently sit just one point behind Lens, having played three matches so far.

With four games left in the season, Marseille will need to win all of them to ensure they maintain their position. Their next opponents include Lyon, who are currently leading the table, and Rennes, who have a good chance of finishing in the top three.

### Monaco Compete for Third Position

Monaco, like Marseille, has a strong chance of securing the third spot in Ligue 1’s Champions League qualifying race. They are currently fifth in the table and have only played five matches so far.

With seven games remaining, Monaco needs to be cautious and avoid any slip-ups if they want to maintain their position. Their next opponents include Lorient, who are in the relegation zone, and Strasbourg, who are also battling for a spot in Europe.

### Conclusion

The Champions League qualifying race is shaping up to be a tight competition in Ligue 1, with several teams vying for the third spot. PSG and Lens continue to dominate, while Marseille and Monaco remain in contention. As the season comes to an end, it will be interesting to see how these teams perform in their final few matches and whether they can secure their places in the Champions League.