Kylian Mbappe celebrated his 25th birthday in style, delivering a stunning performance that guided Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) to a 3-1 victory against Metz in Ligue 1.
The forward’s exceptional play included a captivating brace, contributing significantly to PSG’s dominance at the halfway stage of the season, now positioned five points clear at the league’s summit.
While the Parisians faced initial struggles, Vitinha’s breakthrough early in the second half, courtesy of Lee Kang-in’s precise delivery, marked the opening goal. However, it was Mbappe who stole the spotlight, showcasing his trademark brilliance with a mesmerizing strike from outside the box, extending PSG’s lead to 2-0.
Metz displayed resilience, narrowing the deficit through Matthieu Udol’s goal off a corner. Yet, Mbappe wasn’t finished, capitalizing on a defensive mistake to secure his 18th league goal this campaign and seal the win at 3-1.
Despite PSG’s occasional lackluster displays this season, Mbappe’s impactful performance ensured a comfortable victory, maintaining their five-point advantage atop Ligue 1 as they head into the Christmas break.
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