# Paris Saint-Germain Secure Champions League Spot with Win Over Lens
Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) have secured their place in next season's Champions League after a 2-1 victory over Lens in Ligue 1 on Saturday. The victory ensured the Parisians finish in the top four of the league standings, with just four matches remaining in the season.
PSG dominated the match from the start, with Kylian Mbappé opening the scoring in the 13th minute. The hosts, despite being on the back foot, levelled the score in the 63rd minute through a well-taken goal by Lens' Ismaïla Sarr. However, PSG responded quickly, with Mbappé delivering a clinical finish in the 68th minute to put his team back in front. Despite a late rally from Lens, PSG's defense held firm to preserve the win.
This result strengthens PSG's position in the league standings, with the club now in fourth place. With four games remaining, PSG will aim to maintain their form and potentially climb higher in the table. The victory also sends a positive signal ahead of their upcoming Champions League quarter-final against Bayern Munich, with many expecting a strong challenge from PSG in Europe's elite competition.
Manager Mauricio Pochettino praised the team's resilience after the match, stating, "We showed great character and determination tonight. We controlled the game, and even when Lens scored, we didn't panic. This win is a step forward, and we're focused on finishing the season strongly."
PSG's next fixture is against Reims on April 22nd, and fans will be eager to see if the team can maintain their momentum in what promises to be a thrilling end to the season.