PSG 2-0 Lyon was the final score at the Parc des Princes on Monday night, as two substitutes changed a tight Ligue 1 game in the final 20 minutes. Senny Mayulu broke the deadlock in the 72nd minute and Mika Godts sealed it in the 84th, sending Paris Saint-Germain back to the top of the table, one point clear of Rennes. It was PSG’s eighth straight win in all competitions, despite a growing injury list.
PSG 2-0 Lyon: Key Facts
- Competition: Ligue 1
- Date: Monday, 26 October 2026
- Venue: Parc des Princes, Paris
- Score: PSG 2-0 Lyon
- Goals: Senny Mayulu 72′, Mika Godts 84′
- Assists: Godts for Mayulu, Quentin Ndjantou for Godts
- Table: PSG 1st, one point ahead of Rennes. Lyon 5th, three points off the top
- Note: the match was moved from Sunday to Monday at the request of Paris police because of protests in the city
How the Match Unfolded
This was not a comfortable night for PSG for long spells. Before kick-off, the two teams were level on 14 points, and Lyon came to Paris with a clear plan to stay compact and break quickly.
The visitors carried a real threat in the first half. Julien Duranville and Zachary Athekame both forced good saves from PSG goalkeeper Matvey Safonov in the first half, and on another night Lyon could have gone in ahead at the break.
PSG had plenty of the ball but struggled to turn possession into clear openings. Lyon goalkeeper Dominik Greif was busy, and the home side’s finishing let them down, with several efforts flying wide of the target. It was the kind of game that looked set for a goalless draw until Luis Enrique turned to his bench.
Mayulu Breaks the Deadlock
Both Mayulu and Godts came on in the second half, and the change in energy was obvious. In the 72nd minute, Godts worked the ball into Mayulu on the edge of the area and the young midfielder drove a powerful low shot into the bottom corner.
Godts Finishes It Off
With six minutes left, Quentin Ndjantou played a ball over the top for Godts, who ran clear and finished to make it 2-0. Having set up the first goal, Godts capped an excellent impact off the bench by scoring the second, and Lyon had no way back.
Talking Points
PSG’s depth is the difference
The most impressive part of this win was who PSG were missing. Ousmane Dembele and Khvicha Kvaratskhelia were both unavailable after getting hurt in last week’s 4-2 Champions League win over Barcelona, with Kvaratskhelia facing a long spell out after tearing his anterior cruciate ligament. Captain Marquinhos was also missing. Even so, Luis Enrique’s substitutes decided the game, which says a lot about the strength of this squad.
Lyon can take positives
Lyon will be disappointed to leave with nothing after a strong first half. They stayed organised, carried a threat on the break and tested Safonov more than once. The problem was the final 20 minutes, when tired legs and PSG’s fresh attackers made the difference. They stay fifth and only three points behind the leaders, so the title race in France is still very open.
A tight Ligue 1 title race
PSG’s win takes them above Rennes into first place. The top of Ligue 1 is crowded this season, and with so many clubs separated by a few points, every result matters.
What Comes Next
PSG travel to Le Havre on Friday, while Lyon host Angers on Saturday. You can find our early picks for both games on the Le Havre vs PSG prediction and Lyon vs Angers prediction pages. For more on PSG’s recent form, read our report on PSG 4-2 Barcelona. Official results and standings are on the Ligue 1 website.
FAQ
Who scored in PSG vs Lyon?
Substitutes Senny Mayulu (72′) and Mika Godts (84′) scored as PSG beat Lyon 2-0 in Ligue 1 on Monday, 26 October 2026.
Why was PSG vs Lyon played on Monday?
The match was moved back 24 hours from Sunday at the request of Paris police, who needed resources to deal with protests in the city.
Are PSG top of Ligue 1?
Yes. The win moved PSG to the top of Ligue 1, one point ahead of Rennes.
Is Kvaratskhelia injured?
Yes. Khvicha Kvaratskhelia tore his anterior cruciate ligament in the win over Barcelona and is expected to be out for months.
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