Paris Saint-Germain Triumphs Over Le Havre with a 4-1 Victory

Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) showcased their dominance by defeating Le Havre 4-1 in the opening game of the Ligue 1 2024-2025 season. The game, held on August 16, 2024, was marked by impressive performances and strategic plays from both teams.

🇫🇷 FT: Le Havre 1-4 PSG (86′)#HACPSG #Ligue1 pic.twitter.com/Pwl6i6vp6A

— Match Spoots (@matchspoots) August 16, 2024

Match Summary

Paris Saint-Germain started strong, with Lee Kang-In scoring the first goal in the 3rd minute, setting the tone for the match. Le Havre responded with determination, and Gautier Lloris managed to equalize early in the second half with a goal in the 48th minute. However, PSG’s resilience and tactical prowess shone through in the final minutes of the game.

Ousmane Dembélé, who came on as a substitute, made a significant impact by scoring in the 85th minute. Just a minute later, Bradley Barcola extended PSG’s lead with a brilliant solo effort. Randal Kolo Muani sealed the victory with a penalty in the 89th minute, leaving Le Havre with no chance to recover.

Key Statistics

• Ball Possession: PSG dominated with 76% possession, showcasing their control over the game.
• Shots on Target: PSG had 10 shots on target compared to Le Havre’s.
• Corners: PSG earned 8 corner kicks, while Le Havre had only.

Player Highlights

• Lee Kang-In: Opened the scoring with a stunning left-footed strike.
• Ousmane Dembélé: Changed the game’s dynamics with his goal and overall play.
• Bradley Barcola: Demonstrated exceptional skill and composure to score.
• Randal Kolo Muani: Showed precision and calmness in converting the penalty.