Paris Saint-Germain secured a 2-0 victory over Marseille in a heated Ligue 1 match, despite facing a controversial first-half red card. The match, which took place on Sunday, saw PSG’s Portuguese duo shine, with Vitinha and Goncalo Ramos scoring the goals that sealed the win. Marseille had high hopes of clinching their first home league victory against PSG since 2011 when Beraldo was sent off just before halftime. However, PSG managed to maintain their dominance on the field, with Vitinha’s brilliant goal in the 53rd minute setting the tone for their triumph.
Despite Marseille’s efforts to equalize, including a disallowed goal by Jordan Veretout due to an offside call against Luis, PSG remained resilient. Coach Luis Enrique’s decision to substitute the captain proved effective, as Ramos secured the win with a goal five minutes before the final whistle. This victory further solidified PSG’s position at the top of the Ligue 1 table, maintaining a 12-point lead over second-placed Brest.
The match’s pivotal moment came with Beraldo’s red card, a decision that sparked debate among fans and pundits. Despite being on a booking, Beraldo was shown a straight red card after a VAR review, leaving Marseille unable to capitalize on the extra man advantage. Marseille’s loss pushed them down to seventh place in the league, three points away from the European qualification spots.
Looking ahead, PSG will face Rennes in the French Cup semi-finals before taking on Barcelona in the Champions League quarter-finals. With only seven games left in the season, PSG needs just 10 more points to secure their 10th title in 12 seasons. The team’s strong performance against Marseille serves as a testament to their determination and quality as they continue their pursuit of domestic and European success.
