PSG Upset by Lens in French Super Cup, Barcola Transfer Looms
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Summary
Paris Saint-Germain suffered a shocking 0-1 defeat to Lens in the French Super Cup on Monday morning, ending their four-year winning streak in the competition. The match, played at Lens's home ground, saw both teams reduced to 10 men in a dramatic encounter that will raise questions about PSG's domestic form despite their midweek European success .
Key Points
- Lens stunned PSG with Florian Thauvin's goal in the 32nd minute, converting after a shot deflected off a PSG player into the far corner
- Lens defender Kylian Antonio was sent off in the 38th minute for a crude challenge on PSG's Joao Neves, just six minutes after his team took the lead
- PSG substitute Nuno Mendes was also dismissed in the 86th minute for a retaliatory elbow on an opponent
- Bradley Barcola and Ishaq Mbaye were notably absent from PSG's squad, with reports suggesting Barcola is set to join Liverpool for 90 million euros
- PSG had won the UEFA Super Cup just days earlier, beating Aston Villa 2-1 through goals and assists from Desire Doue
Why It Matters
The defeat exposes vulnerabilities in PSG's squad depth and composure despite their European success, particularly as key players appear poised to depart. Barcola's rumored 90-million-euro move to Liverpool underscores the ongoing transfer saga surrounding PSG's French internationals and could reshape the competitive landscape of European football .
The defeat exposes vulnerabilities in PSG's squad depth and composure despite their European success, particularly as key players appear poised to depart. Barcola's rumored 90-million-euro move to Liverpool underscores the ongoing transfer saga surrounding PSG's French internationals and could reshape the competitive landscape of European football .