Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) continued their dominant march toward yet another Ligue 1 title on March 16, 2025, with a resounding 3-1 victory over their arch-rivals Olympique Marseille at the Parc des Princes. This win took PSG 19 points clear at the top of the league, effectively placing the title within reach as they prepare for the final stretch of the season.
The electrifying atmosphere of Le Classique showcased the fierce rivalry between the two French giants, and it was the hosts who struck first. Ousmane Dembélé netted the opener with precision, scoring his 21st league goal of the season at the 17-minute mark. After collecting a measured pass from Fabian Ruiz, Dembélé evaded Marseille's goalkeeper Gerónimo Rulli and slotted the ball home, igniting the home crowd.
Just before half-time, Nuno Mendes doubled PSG's lead, again with Ruiz providing the assist. Mendes calmly finished from inside the box, sending the teams to the break with PSG firmly in control at 2-0.
The second half saw Marseille, under the guidance of coach Roberto De Zerbi, aggressively seeking to claw back the deficit. Their efforts paid off when Amine Gouiri found the net just six minutes after the restart, finishing off a setup from former PSG player Adrien Rabiot and giving the visitors hope at 2-1.
But PSG quickly extinguished any hopes of a comeback. A cross from Achraf Hakimi led to Pol Lirola, coming off the bench, inadvertently diverting the ball past his own goalkeeper, restoring PSG’s two-goal cushion at 3-1 with just 15 minutes remaining.
“The statistics show we have been consistent this season and that's why we're 19 points clear,” PSG manager Luis Enrique commented post-match. He emphasized the rigorous efforts of his squad, who have yet to lose this league season, noting their current record of 21 wins and five draws.
With their 11th victory at home from 13 games, PSG is on track to win the title for the fourth consecutive season. They remain strong contenders for the treble, having advanced to the semi-finals of the Coupe de France and the quarter-finals of the Champions League, where they will face Aston Villa.
Meanwhile, Marseille now trails PSG by 19 points and must refocus their efforts as they vie for Champions League qualification, embroiled alongside Nice, Monaco, and Lille with limited games left.
“I’m very happy with the result and our performance,” Dembélé expressed after the match, reflecting the squad's unity and determination at such a pivotal stage of the season. With only eight games left and the title nearly within grasp, winning just two of those matches will seal PSG’s fate as Ligue 1 champions once again.
For PSG, the road doesn’t get easier but continues to shine brighter as they aim to finish the season with silverware, emphasizing consistency during this incredible run.