# Paris Saint-Germain Thrash Nantes in Ligue 1 Thriller
Paris Saint-Germain delivered a dominant performance in their Ligue 1 clash against Nantes, securing a 4-1 victory that underscored their growing confidence ahead of the title race. Neymar was the standout performer, netting two goals and providing a perfectly-timed assist, while other key players like Kylian Mbappé and Idrissa Gueye also contributed to the rout.
The match, played at the Parc des Princes, started at a high intensity, with Paris Saint-Germain looking to make an immediate impact. Neymar opened the scoring in the 11th minute with a clinical finish, capitalizing on a defensive error. The forward then turned provider in the 36th minute, delivering a pinpoint cross for Kylian Mbappé to slot home and give the hosts a 2-0 lead. Nantes, despite their best efforts, struggled to contain the Paris attack, and the hosts extended their advantage in the 63rd minute when Mbappé converted a penalty after being fouled in the box.
Neymar sealed his contribution with a second goal in the 78th minute, this time with a powerful strike from outside the box, capping off a brilliant individual performance. Paris Saint-Germain’s fourth goal came via a own goal from Nantes defender Andrei Candia, who inadvertently turned the ball into his own net in the 81st minute. Despite a late surge from Nantes, Paris Saint-Germain held firm to secure a well-deserved victory.
The result solidifies Paris Saint-Germain’s position at the top of the Ligue 1 table, with the club now firmly in contention for the title. Neymar’s ability to influence games both goalscoringly and playmaking-wise continues to be a key asset, and his performance against Nantes will undoubtedly boost the team’s confidence. With the title race heating up, Paris Saint-Germain look well-prepared to challenge for the highest honor in French football.