Lyon 2-3 PSG Player Ratings: Vitinha Rated 9/10 as João Neves' Last-Gasp Header Seals 3-2 Thriller

Lyon and PSG played an exciting match that ended 3-2 in PSG’s favor after they scored a late winner. PSG were the better team for most of the game, creating more chances and controlling the play. Lyon fought hard to stay in it, but PSG’s late goal sealed all three points. With this win, PSG now move to the top of the Ligue 1 table, while Marseille drop to second place.

Here are Lyon Vs PSG Player Ratings

Olympique Lyonnais Player Ratings vs Paris Saint Germain

Here are Lyon Player Ratings vs PSG

Goalkeeper

Dominik Greif - 5.5: A tough night for the keeper. From our perspective, he couldn't have done much for the first two goals, which were clinical finishes. He made a good save to deny Kang-in Lee in the second half. However, conceding three goals at home is never a good look. The final goal from the corner was a chaotic moment, and he was left stranded. It just felt like a night where every big chance for PSG went in.

Defenders

Nicolás Tagliafico - 4.0: A nightmare evening for the captain. He showed some attacking intent, even rattling the woodwork. But his defensive performance was marred by fouls. The late red card for a second yellow was inexcusable. It left his team completely vulnerable in the dying moments, and PSG capitalized almost immediately. That decision single-handedly costs him several rating points.

Moussa Niakhaté - 7.0: One of Lyon's better performers on the night. He delivered a brilliant through-ball assist for Afonso Moreira's goal, showing great vision from the back. Defensively he was solid, making five crucial clearances. What stood out to us was his composure on the ball under pressure. He did what he could to stem the Parisian tide.

Ruben Kluivert - 5.5: It was a mixed bag for the central defender. He was busy all night, making a number of tackles and clearances. However, we noticed he was dribbled past on a couple of key occasions. He seemed to struggle with the movement of PSG's fluid attack. An okay performance, but not one that inspired immense confidence.

Clinton Mata - 6.0: A standard, battling performance from the defender. He picked up a yellow card for a cynical foul, but he was also adept at drawing fouls himself. He was tidy in possession with a 93% pass accuracy. He didn't make any glaring errors but also didn't have a standout impact on the game defensively.

Midfielders

Tanner Tessmann - 4.5: This was a performance he'll want to forget. The stat that jumps out is the error that led to a goal, a cardinal sin for a midfielder. While he did create three chances, the mistake was a massive blow. He also lost possession ten times, which just isn't good enough against a team like Paris Saint Germain.

Afonso Moreira - 7.0: He was Lyon's main attacking spark for large parts of the game. He took his goal well, showing great composure to bring his team level. He was a menace with his crossing and shooting attempts. The downside was losing the ball 17 times, but his attacking contribution was vital and he looked dangerous every time he got forward.

Tyler Morton - 7.5: A really impressive display in the middle of the park. He provided the assist for the second goal with a beautifully weighted pass. His own passing was incredibly secure, completing 96% of his attempts. He worked tirelessly, making key interceptions and tackles, though he did pick up a yellow card. A bright spot for Lyon.

Khalis Merah - 6.0: He had a relatively quiet 78 minutes on the pitch. He showed some nice touches and successful dribbles. But he failed to impose himself on the game in a meaningful way. A tidy but ultimately forgettable performance before being substituted.

Ainsley Maitland-Niles - 7.5: Scored a fantastic goal from outside the box to drag his team level again. It was a moment of pure quality. Beyond the goal, he worked hard and made some important tackles. He struggled in the air, but his goal was a massive contribution that earned his team a point, until the very end.

Forwards

Rachid Ghezza - 5.5: We expected more from him in his 64 minutes. He was largely anonymous, managing only one key pass. He was caught offside and lost possession a few too many times. He just couldn't get into the rhythm of the match before being withdrawn. A disappointing outing.

Paris Saint Germain Player Ratings vs Olympique Lyonnais

Here are PSG Player Ratings vs Lyon

Goalkeeper

Lucas Chevalier - 6.0: He conceded two goals, neither of which he could do much about. Ainsley Maitland-Niles's strike was perfectly placed. He wasn't forced into making many saves but was decisive when coming off his line, registering two punches and a good high claim. A quiet night in terms of shot-stopping.

Defenders

Ilya Zabarnyi - 7.0: A very composed performance at the back. He was a vacuum, making a remarkable 9 clearances. With 100 touches, he was constantly involved in building play from the back and was very secure in possession. A reliable and solid presence for his team.

Lucas Hernández - 6.5: A solid, if unspectacular, 74 minutes for the Frenchman. He was efficient with the ball and contributed to the defense with 5 clearances. He didn't make any errors and did his job before being substituted to sure up the defense.

Warren Zaïre-Emery - 8.0: What a talent. He opened the scoring with a brilliant, powerful finish from a tight angle. He was a force all over the pitch, winning the majority of his duels and contributing both offensively and defensively. His energy and quality were on full display.

Willian Pacho - 7.5: An absolute rock. He dominated his duels, winning 7 out of 10, and was commanding in the air. His passing from the back was exceptional, with over 100 passes completed. From our perspective, he was a key reason Lyon's forwards had such a quiet game for long stretches.

Midfielders

Fabián Ruiz - 6.5: He kept things ticking over nicely in midfield for his 74 minutes. His passing was neat and tidy, with 91% accuracy. However, he didn't offer a great deal of penetration or defensive grit. A solid role player, but he was overshadowed by his midfield partners.

Vitinha - 9.5: An absolute masterclass and the clear man of the match. He was the architect of everything good for PSG. He provided two beautiful assists and completely ran the show from midfield, amassing an incredible 139 touches. His vision, passing range, and control of the game's tempo were simply on another level. The best player on the pitch by a country mile.

João Neves - 8.5: A fantastic performance capped off by the most dramatic of winners. He was industrious and composed in midfield throughout the game. But to pop up with a decisive header in the 95th minute to win the match is the stuff of dreams. A heroic contribution.

Forwards

Khvicha Kvaratskhelia - 8.0: He was a constant threat. He took his goal with the coolness of a seasoned poacher to restore PSG's lead in the first half. His dribbling caused problems for the Lyon defense all night. He was taken off after 74 minutes, but his impact was already made.

Kang-in Lee - 8.0: A sublime creative performance. He bagged an assist for the winning goal from his corner delivery. His crossing was a weapon all evening, and he created several good opportunities for his teammates. A very intelligent and skillful display.

Senny Mayulu - 6.0: A frustrating night for the young attacker. He got into good positions but missed a big chance and lacked composure in the final third. He worked hard but was booked and eventually substituted. A learning experience for him.

Manager

L. Martínez García - 7.5: His team played some breathtaking attacking football. The game plan to use midfield runners like Vitinha and Warren Zaïre-Emery worked to perfection. He gets full credit for setting his team up to snatch a dramatic, and deserved, late victory on the road. The win is what matters.