Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) secured their Champions League qualification with a convincing victory over Lille in the final round of Ligue 1 on Saturday. The result leaves PSG firmly in second place and guarantees them a spot in the knockout stages of the competition.
The match was played at Parc des Princes Stadium in Paris, France, and saw PSG dominate from start to finish. They dominated possession and created numerous chances, but it was not until the 55th minute that they finally broke through. Neymar scored his first goal of the season for PSG, putting the team ahead and securing their qualification.
Lille were unable to mount a comeback, and PSG maintained their lead throughout the game. The win means that PSG will face either Lyon or Marseille in the first round of the Champions League, which could be a challenging task for the defending champions.
Meanwhile, Lens remained firmly in second place after losing to Montpellier 2-1 on Sunday. The loss drops them one place behind PSG, but they still have a chance to qualify for the Champions League if they can improve their form going forward.
In other Ligue 1 action, Monaco won 2-0 against Nice in a match that ended in a draw last week. This puts Monaco in third place, just two points behind PSG. The club is currently facing some challenges in the transfer market, but they remain a strong contender for the title.
Overall, the results in Ligue 1 this weekend have been mixed, with both PSG and Lens continuing to impress. However, PSG's victory over Lille gives them a significant advantage in the race for the Champions League, while Lens remains a force to be reckoned with.