Monaco Stuns Paris Saint-Germain with 1-0 Victory in Ligue 1 Clash
Monaco delivered a significant upset in Ligue 1, defeating league-leading Paris Saint-Germain 1-0 at Stade Louis-II on Saturday evening, november 29, 2025. The result throws the title race open and raises questions about PSGS recent form.
The defeat, while not promptly jeopardizing PSG’s top spot, allows Marseille to close the gap. This match underscores Monaco’s growing strength as a contender and highlights potential vulnerabilities within the PSG squad as they navigate a demanding schedule. The outcome sets the stage for a crucial period in the Ligue 1 season, with both teams facing pivotal fixtures in the coming weeks.
Monaco established early dominance, threatening in the third minute with a header from Mohammed Salisu off a corner kick. Takumi Minamino continued the pressure in the 27th minute, forcing a save from the PSG goalkeeper with a shot from inside the penalty box.
The breakthrough arrived in the 67th minute when a left-footed shot gave Monaco a 1-0 lead. despite a late opportunity to equalize, PSG struggled to capitalize, further compounded by Thilo Kehrer’s straight red card in the 80th minute, leaving Monaco to play with ten men.
Despite being a man down, Monaco held firm, denying PSG any response. The final whistle confirmed a 1-0 victory for the hosts.
With 30 points, PSG remains at the top of the Ligue 1 standings but is now susceptible to being overtaken by Marseille. Monaco’s win propels them to sixth place with 23 points.
Lineups:
AS Monaco: Hradecky; Kehrer, Salisu, Henrique; Camara, Teze, Akliouche, Golovin, Vanderson; balogun, Minamino.
PSG: Chevalier; Zaire-Emery, marquinhos, Pacho, Hernandez; Joao neves, Vitinha, fabian Ruiz; Lee, mayulu, Kvaratskhelia.