Ferran Torres scored his seventh goal in six appearances for Paris Saint-Germain, securing a 2-1 victory over bitter rivals Marseille at the Vélodrome, according to match reports from AFP. The win lifts the French and European champions to sixth in the Ligue 1 table, sitting five points behind league leaders Monaco.
Ferran Torres Extends Scoring Run for Paris Saint-Germain
Torres entered the match just before the hour mark, coming off the bench to replace Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, as reported by AFP. The Spain international broke the deadlock in the 66th minute by heading in a cross from Désiré Doué. According to AFP, Torres has now started just three times since joining PSG from Barcelona, yet he boasts seven goals across all competitions, including a winning goal against Brest the previous weekend.
“We knew that for us it was one of the most important matches of the season. We knew it wouldn’t be easy but we managed to get the victory,” Torres told reporters after the final whistle, according to AFP.
Late Drama Seals Victory at the Vélodrome
Marseille responded quickly to the opening goal. England midfielder Angel Gomes leveled the score with an excellent strike in the 72nd minute, according to match accounts. However, PSG captain Marquinhos restored the visitors’ lead just three minutes later. The Brazilian defender met a cross from Nuno Mendes, and after his initial effort was saved by Marseille goalkeeper Jeffrey de Lange, Marquinhos bundled in the rebound.
Marseille finished the match a man down after United States star Timothy Weah, a former PSG player, received his second booking and a subsequent red card. The defeat leaves struggling Marseille in the Ligue 1 relegation zone after suffering four consecutive league defeats and five losses in a row across all competitions, as noted by AFP.
Did You Know? Ferran Torres scored an extra-time goal to secure Spain’s victory over Argentina in the World Cup final held in the United States in July, anchoring his status as a key figure for both club and country.
Monaco Leads Ligue 1 as Domestic Action Pauses
At the top of the table, Monaco extended their unbeaten start to the campaign by defeating Lens 2-1 on Friday, placing them two points clear of Lyon and Paris FC, according to AFP. Lyon routed Rennes 4-0 on Saturday, while Paris FC recorded a 2-1 win against Strasbourg. Elsewhere in Ligue 1, Lille missed a chance to move level with Monaco after a 2-1 loss at Nice, where Algerian international Mohamed Amoura scored the winner and Japan’s Ayase Ueda netted for Lille. Auxerre also defeated Brest 2-1 behind a goal from former Aston Villa striker Cameron Archer, who scored in his third straight match under Will Still’s management.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many goals has Ferran Torres scored for PSG?
According to AFP, Ferran Torres has scored seven goals in six appearances across all competitions since joining Paris Saint-Germain from Barcelona.
Where does Marseille stand in Ligue 1 following the match?
Marseille sits in the relegation zone after suffering four consecutive Ligue 1 defeats, as reported by AFP.
Who leads the Ligue 1 table after the latest fixtures?
Monaco holds the top spot in Ligue 1, sitting two points clear of both Lyon and Paris FC following a 2-1 victory over Lens.
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