'%20x='0'%20y='0'%20height='100%25'%20width='100%25'%20%0A%20%20%20%20%20%20%20%20%20%20xlink%3Ahref='data:image/jpg;base64,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'%3E%3C/image%3E%3C/svg%3E)
PSG beat Olympique Lyonnais 4-2 to go top of the 2020-21 Ligue 1 table with just eight games remaining in the season.
Kylian Mbappe opened the scoring for PSG after Marco Verratti's effort was saved by the Lyon custodian. Danilo Pereira then doubled the visitors' advantage when he volleyed past Anthony Lopes.
Angel di Maria scored a free-kick at the start of the second half for PSG's third of the night. Mbappe then seemingly put the game to bed with his second of the night after combining well with Verratti up front.
Islam Slimani and Maxwell Cornet grabbed two late goals for the hosts, but that was too little too late for Lyon as PSG grabbed all three points on the night.
On that note, let's have a look at the player ratings in the game.
Lyon Player Ratings against PSG
Anthony Lopes - 5/10
Anthony Lopes made some good saves, but there were instances he could have done better, like the Di Maria free-kick. Moreover, he could have done better to deal with Marco Verratti's attempt early on in the first half, which was eventually tucked in by Mbappe for PSG's first goal of the night.
Mattia De Sciglio - 6/10
Mattia De Sciglio had a decent game. The Juventus loanee struggled a bit defensively but was good going down the line. He provided an additional outlet for the hosts when attacking.
Marcelo - 5.5/10
Marcelo endured a difficult night against PSG. He struggled to deal with the daunting pace of Mbappe. Moreover, Verratti's presence high up the pitch created more problems for the Brazilian.
Jason Denayer - 5/10
Jason Denayer had a night to forget. The former Manchester City defender struggled all night to win his duels and challenges. Moreover, Mbappe and Di Maria were too hot for him to handle.
Maxwell Cornet - 7/10
Maxwell Cornet had his fair share of troubles at the back but was a constant threat when he advanced to the other end of the pitch. He set up Slimani's goal around the hour mark and also scored in the dying moments of the game.
Lucas Paqueta - 7/10
Lucas Paqueta was the link between defence and attack for Lyon. He eased up the process of transitioning for the hosts. The Brazilian won seven duels, made five recoveries and completed two dribbles all night.
Thiago Mendes - 6/10
Thiago Mendes failed to keep hold of the ball in the centre, as Idrissa Gueye and Danilo took complete charge. Moreover, he was taken for a ride by PSG's forwards as their swift moves bamboozled the 29-year-old.
Maxence Caqueret - 7.5/10
Maxence Caqueret put in a massive shift in the centre of the park against PSG. The Frenchman successfully won five tackles and won 13 duels in the game. Caqueret also gave the visitors a hard time in midfield.
Tino Kadewere - 5.5/10
Tino Kadewere was largely anonymous against PSG. The 25-year-old was hardly involved in the play and was very well tracked by Abdou Diallo at the back.
Memphis Depay - 6/10
Memphis Depay failed to leave his mark on the game. The Dutch international was kept quiet by the PSG duo of Presnel Kimpembe and Marquinhos. Depay's runs yielded no end results, too, as he was unable to produce anything substantial.
Karl Ekambi - 6.5/10
Karl Ekambi did not see much of the ball, as he looked isolated high up the pitch. But the 28-year-old came close to scoring when he drew a full-stretch save from PSG custodian Keylor Navas in the second half.
Ratings of Lyon substitutes against PSG:
Leo Dubois - 6/10
Leo Dubois did not have much to do. That's because, by the time he entered the action, Lyon were putting pressure on PSG at the other end of the pitch.
Islam Slimani - 7.5/10
Islam Slimani made an immediate impact, as he scored minutes after coming on. He did a better job than Memphis Depay in engaging with the PSG defence.
Bruno Guimaraes - 6/10
Bruno Guimaraes pumped in some much-needed energy for Lyon. He took on every duel with an intent to win it for his side.
Rayan Cherki - 7/10
Rayan Cherki set up Cornet for Lyon's second goal of the night. PSG switched off at the back, and Cherki took full advantage of that.
Sinaly Diomande - N/A
Sinaly Diomande did not have much impact on the game.
PSG Player Ratings
Keylor Navas - 7/10
Continuing his impressive form, Keylor Navas stood out for PSG once again. The Costa Rican made some fabulous saves to deny the hosts any chance of a comeback. Although he conceded twice, there was nothing he could have done to keep those efforts out.
Alessandro Florenzi - 6/10
Alessandro Florenzi did not have the best of nights. The 30-year-old was troubled by Ekambi all night. Moreover, Caqueret made it difficult for him to advance higher up the pitch.
Marquinhos - 7/10
Marquinhos put in a solid display for PSG at the back. The Brazilian orchestrated play from the back and completed the most passes (81) by any player in the game. Marquinhos also set up Danilo for PSG's second goal of the night as he rose above Denayer to produce the assist.
Presnel Kimpembe - 6.5/10
Presnel Kimpembe combined well with Marquinhos at the back. The PSG duo completely neutralised the threat of Memphis Depay. Kimpembe won six duels, made two clearances and recovered possession four times.
Abdou Diallo - 6.5/10
Abdou Diallo had a decent outing for PSG. The left-back provided a good option up front when attacking. Diallo won three duels, completed two dribbles, made two clearances and made six recoveries in the game.
Idrissa Gueye - 7/10
Idrissa Gueye combined well with Danilo to take charge for PSG at the centre of the park. He was rock solid in midfield, winning 10 duels, making six recoveries, completing two dribbles, making two clearances and winning two tackles too.
Danilo Pereira - 8/10
Nothing went past Danilo Pereira on the night. The Portuguese international was clutch, both offensively and defensively. Danilo also scored PSG's second of the night, smashing past Anthony Lopes at the half-hour mark.
Marco Verratti - 8/10
Marco Verratti had a great performance despite struggling with Lyon's physicality. The Italian international was key to PSG's opening goal. He also set up Mbappe for the Frenchman's second of the night. Verratti created the most chances (3) in the game as well.
Angel di Maria - 8.5/10
Angel di Maria enjoyed an impressive outing against Lyon. The Argentine scored a superb free-kick in the beginning of the second half. Di Maria won nine duels, made four recoveries, created three chances and won four tackles on the night.
Kylian Mbappe - 9/10
Kylian Mbappe opened the scoring for PSG when he thumped one in from a tight angle. The Frenchman completed his brace early on in the second half after combining well with Verratti. With his double, Mbappe became the youngest player to score 100 Ligue 1 goals.
Ratings of PSG Substitutes
Neymar - 6/10
After missing some crucial games, the reigning champions were happy to have the Brazilian back on the pitch. Neymar will need some time to get back into his rhythm, though.
Colin Dagba - N/A
Colin Dagba did not have an impact on the game.
Ander Herrera - N/A
Ander Herrera entered the fray when PSG were already cruising in the game.
Julian Draxler - N/A
Julian Draxler came on too late for PSG to merit a rating
