On a tranquil Friday night, the Paris Saint-Germain women’s football team celebrated a decisive victory against Guingamp during the 18th day of the Première Ligue Arkema. After a disappointing draw against Paris FC in their previous match, the Parisians seized the opportunity to face the struggling Guingamp, who are currently at the bottom of the league table. The final score of 6-2 saw PSG not only reclaim dominance but also stretch their lead in the league race.
The match, hosted at the Stade du Roudourou, kicked off with both teams eager to make a statement. The Guingamp team, which had won only one match all season, began by putting up a good fight. However, it was the Parisians who struck first. Grace Geyoro opened the scoring for PSG in the 23rd minute, assisted by Sakina Karchaoui, whose pinpoint pass left Geyoro with a clear opportunity to score.
Despite early signs of struggle, PSG gained confidence after Geyoro’s goal. The parity of the game shifted sharply in the second half when the visitors, boosted by their lead, stepped up their performance significantly. Merveille Kanjinga scored shortly after the halftime whistle, netting PSG's second goal in the 52nd minute, further extending their margin.
Just minutes later, at the 56th minute, Korbin Albert showcased her talent, maneuvering past the Guingamp defense to score PSG’s third goal with a powerful left-footed strike. Albert was not done yet; she struck again just moments later at the 63rd minute, demonstrating her skill with a beautiful solo effort that placed PSG firmly in control of the game at 4-1.
However, the Guingamp players showed resilience in this encounter. Samba Bhandari, competing fiercely, managed to reduce the deficit in the 58th minute with a spectacular right-footed shot that brought the score to 4-1 in favor of PSG. This momentary success reignited the Guingamp fans who were hoping for a comeback.
The competitive atmosphere persisted, but unfortunately for Guingamp, the match took a turn when an own goal from Guellati in the 65th minute further exacerbated the scoreboard. The luckless Guellati inadvertently deflected the ball into her net, bringing the score to 5-1, putting an even larger gap between the two teams.
As the match progressed, the Parisians continued to press forward, with Marie-Antoinette Katoto joining in on the scoring spree during stoppage time, netting PSG's sixth goal in the 90th minute. This capped off a thrilling match for PSG and showcased the stark contrast between the two teams.
Despite the rocky start, it was evident that PSG were the superior team on the night. They applied relentless pressure, particularly in the second half, and exploited every opportunity, transforming the scoreboard. However, Guingamp’s Bhandari managed to add a second goal to her tally, scoring again in the 88th minute, which concluded the match with a score of 6-2.
This match marks the 17th loss for Guingamp in their quest to claw their way out of the bottom of the league. The defeat leaves them in dire straits as the end of the season approaches, with PSG now positioned seven points behind league leaders Lyon.
The teams involved in this encounter bring contrasting fortunes to the table, with PSG fighting for a title challenge while Guingamp struggles to survive in the league. The victory reinforces PSG's standing in the league, as they remain in second place, only ahead of Paris FC by just one point. With four matches left to play before the playoffs, the stakes continue to rise.