Overview
- Paris Saint‑Germain beat Auxerre 2-0 at the Parc des Princes to reclaim first place in Ligue 1.
- Defenders Illya Zabarnyi and Lucas Beraldo scored from set pieces in a rotated side short on regular starters.
- Vitinha departed after 35 minutes and Khvicha Kvaratskhelia was withdrawn at half-time with thigh discomfort, with Luis Enrique saying medical exams will determine the extent.
- PSG were already without Ousmane Dembélé, Désiré Doué, João Neves and Marquinhos, leading to extended roles for youngsters such as Senny Mayulu, Ibrahim Mbaye, Quentin Ndjantou and Mathis Jangeal.
- Lyon’s win at Lille left OL level on points with PSG, while Barcelona reported absences of their own as Lamine Yamal returned ahead of Wednesday’s Champions League meeting.