PSG Wins French Super Cup with Late Dembele Goal

Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) secured their first trophy of the year with a dramatic 1-0 victory over Monaco in the French Super Cup, held at Stadium 974 in Doha, Qatar. The game was decided by a last-minute goal from Ousmane Dembele, who delivered when it mattered most to give PSG their seventh Super Cup title.

First Half: PSG Dominate, Monaco Hold Firm

The match began with PSG taking control early, launching a series of attacks orchestrated by head coach Luis Enrique. Despite their dominance, Monaco goalkeeper Philipp Kohn produced a series of stunning saves to deny efforts from Kylian Mbappe and Marco Asensio.

Monaco, meanwhile, relied on quick counterattacks to threaten PSG’s goal. On two occasions, their pace and precision nearly broke the deadlock, with Gianluigi Donnarumma called into action to keep his side level. The first half ended in a goalless stalemate, with both teams struggling to capitalize on their opportunities.

Second Half: Building Tension

PSG continued to dominate possession in the second half, with intricate plays involving Vitinha and Achraf Hakimi. Despite their relentless pressure, Monaco’s defensive structure remained resolute. In the 70th minute, Dembele and Bradley Barcola both missed golden chances, further increasing the tension as the match approached its conclusion.

Dembele’s Moment of Magic

As the clock ticked toward full time, PSG finally broke through in the 89th minute. Dembele received a perfectly weighted pass from Mbappe, cutting through Monaco’s defense with a powerful shot into the bottom corner. The goal sparked jubilant celebrations from PSG players and fans, securing the victory in dramatic fashion.

Looking Ahead

This win marks an important milestone for PSG under Luis Enrique’s leadership, setting a positive tone for the rest of the season. For Monaco, the narrow loss highlights their resilience but underscores the need for sharper finishing in critical moments.