PSG Falls to Paris FC in Final Ligue 1 Match Before Champions League Final

PSG stumbles in Paris derby before Champions League final

Paris, May 2026 – Despite clinching the Ligue 1 title, Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) ended the season on a sour note with a 2-1 defeat to Paris FC.

A surprising loss: PSG, already crowned champions, were defeated by Paris FC despite initially leading the match. Bradley Barcola scored first for PSG at the start of the second half. However, Alimani Gory turned the game around with a late brace, securing a memorable win for Paris FC.

Focus shifts to Champions League final: While Paris FC wrapped up their 2025-2026 season with this victory, PSG’s attention now turns to the Champions League final against Arsenal F.C., set to take place in Budapest on May 30.

PSG’s preparation for Budapest

Squad rotation: In the last Ligue 1 match, coach Luis Enrique opted for squad rotation. Despite this, he fielded a prominent offensive trio featuring Bradley Barcola, Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, and Ousmane Dembélé.

Unexpected challenges: The match took an unexpected turn when the 2025 Ballon d’Or winner was substituted in the 27th minute due to calf discomfort, making way for Gonçalo Ramos. This substitution was a precautionary measure, according to initial reports.

Match dynamics: After an initial struggle, PSG found the back of the net through Bradley Barcola’s goal in the 50th minute. This lead was short-lived as Alimani Gory equalized in the 76th minute, then clinched the victory for Paris FC in stoppage time, assisted by Luca Koleosho.

A pivotal moment for PSG: Despite the defeat, PSG remains focused on their upcoming European challenge, aiming to capitalize on their strengths against Arsenal in the Champions League showdown.