Paris FC has extended their lead over Lyon in the Ligue 1 round 23, with a narrow victory against Montpellier at Stade de France. The match was tight throughout, with both teams displaying excellent defensive performances and creating scoring opportunities.
In the first half, Paris FC took control of the game and dominated possession, but were unable to find the back of the net. However, in the second half, they found their chance when Maxime Lopez scored a stunning goal from outside the box to give them a 1-0 lead.
Lyon, on the other hand, had been performing well recently and were looking to respond to Paris FC's win. They started off strongly and created several chances, but were unable to convert them into goals.
Despite being behind, Lyon continued to push for an equalizer, but Paris FC held firm and secured the three points. With this win, Paris FC now leads Lyon by four points in the standings, and are still in contention for the title.
Meanwhile, Marseille have resumed their top three status in the league table after defeating Nantes 2-1 at Stade Vélodrome. The match was closely contested, with both teams showing great determination and attacking prowess.
Marseille got off to a strong start and took the lead through a fine strike from Dimitri Payet. However, Nantes fought back and levelled the scoreline through a penalty kick from Moussa Dembélé.
Marseille responded immediately and regained the lead through a goal from Florian Thauvin. Despite Nantes pushing hard in the final minutes, Marseille held onto their advantage and claimed all three points.
This win sees Marseille move up to third place in the league table, just one point behind PSG and Monaco. It is a big boost for the club, who have struggled in recent weeks and needed a positive result to keep their hopes of European football alive.
Overall, these results show that Paris FC and Marseille are two of the most competitive sides in Ligue 1, and will be tough opponents for any team looking to secure a spot in Europe next season.