Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) secured their first victory in the UEFA Champions League this season by defeating Ajaccio 3-0 on Saturday night at Parc des Princes.
The match was a high-scoring affair, with both teams showing strong performances throughout. PSG started brightly, with Neymar Jr. breaking the deadlock in the 18th minute after receiving a pass from Kylian Mbappé. The Brazilian forward then added another goal in the 27th minute, completing his double for the evening.
Ajaccio came back to life in the second half, but PSG maintained their lead through the efforts of Lionel Messi. The Argentine superstar played a key role in the team's defense, making several crucial saves and disrupting Ajaccio's attack. In the 64th minute, Messi assisted Neymar Jr. again, setting up the final goal for the French club.
The victory over Ajaccio was significant for PSG as it marked their first win in the Champions League since the start of the season. The team now has a record of 1-5-1 in their opening group stage matches, which is not ideal but still better than some other teams in the competition.
Mbappé and Messi were instrumental in PSG's success, with Mbappé scoring two goals and Messi providing an assist. Both players have been impressive throughout the season so far, with Mbappé leading the way with seven goals and four assists, while Messi has contributed eight goals and three assists.
Overall, Paris Saint-Germain demonstrated their strength and resilience in the face of adversity, earning themselves a much-needed victory against Ajaccio. With the group stage nearly halfway complete, they will be looking to continue their form and secure a spot in the knockout stages.