PSG Rennes 2-0: Mayulu, Kvaratskhelia Shine

PSG Dominates Rennes with a 2-0 Victory in Ligue 1

The Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) secured a convincing 2-0 victory against Stade Rennais at the Parc des Princes on Saturday, December 6th, 2025. The home team showcased their attacking prowess, with Senny Mayulu and Khvicha Kvaratskhelia finding the net to propel PSG to a crucial win in the Ligue 1 title race.

First Half Dominance

PSG set the tone early, controlling possession and creating dangerous opportunities. The breakthrough came from Kvaratskhelia in a swift counter-attack. The Georgian winger, who has been in fine form, finished clinically to open the scoring. This was his second goal in the league this season.

Despite PSG's dominance, Rennes proved resilient. The visitors from Brittany created two excellent chances of their own in the 28th and 33rd minutes, testing the PSG defense. However, their efforts were thwarted by the solid backline and the performance of the PSG goalkeeper.

Extending the Lead

The Parisians doubled their advantage just before the halftime whistle. A beautiful team sequence involving Barcola, João Neves, and culminating in a clinical finish from Mayulu sealed the result before the break. Barcola provided his first assist of the Ligue 1 season for this goal.

"The first period saw PSG in control, with two goals in two shots on target from Kvaratskhelia and Mayulu. Rennes suffered more than they would have liked but managed to create two good opportunities."

The second half saw Rennes press for a goal, but PSG's defense stood firm. Luis Enrique's men managed the game effectively to see out the victory.

Goalkeeping Situation at PSG

This match also brought attention to the PSG goalkeeping situation. With first-choice keeper Lucas Chevalier injured, the spotlight fell on Matveï Safonov. The Russian keeper was given the nod to start, marking his first Ligue 1 appearance of the season. For Safonov, this was a significant opportunity to prove he can be a reliable number one and provide genuine competition in the role.

Rennes' Absences

Rennes traveled to Paris without key defender Illia Zabarnyi, who was a last-minute withdrawal due to illness. His absence was a blow to the visiting side, as he has been a rock at the heart of their defense this season.

What's Next?

The win moves PSG closer to the top of the Ligue 1 table, keeping their title hopes alive. They will look to build on this momentum in their upcoming fixtures. For Rennes, despite the defeat, they remain in a strong position and will aim to bounce back in their next match.