Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) have clinched the lead in the French Ligue 1 standings after defeating Ajaccio 3-0 at Parc des Princes on Sunday.
The victory was a dominant display from PSG, who dominated possession and created numerous opportunities to score. Captain Thiago Silva scored the first goal for PSG just before half-time, before Lionel Messi added another in the second half to put PSG ahead by two goals.
The win moves PSG one point clear of Marseille, who lost 2-1 at home to Strasbourg. It also extends PSG's unbeaten run in all competitions to 16 games, and puts them in pole position to secure a top-four finish in the league this season.
The match saw some impressive performances from both sides, with PSG's young talent continuing to impress. Kylian Mbappe was particularly outstanding, scoring twice and creating several chances for his teammates. The French international has been in sensational form this season, and continues to be a key player for PSG.
Meanwhile, Messi also had a memorable afternoon, scoring his 5th goal of the season and setting up another for Mbappe. The Argentine is now just three goals behind Antoine Griezmann for the league lead, and his continued contributions will be crucial for PSG's title hopes.
Overall, it was a convincing win for PSG, and a strong statement of intent from the team as they look to secure their place in the Champions League next season. With the team performing well across all fronts, there is no doubt that PSG will be one of the top teams in Europe this season.