Paris FC wins dramatic Ligue 1 match

Paris FC defeated Stade Rennais 4-3 in a high-stakes Ligue 1 match on Sunday, 18 October 2026, at Stade Jean Bouin. The victory helped Paris FC climb into the top four of the league, joining teams like PSG and LOSC, while Rennes stayed in fifth place.

Scoring highlights of the match

Paris FC’s goals were scored by M. Lopez in the 14th and 49th minutes, and L. Sinayoko in the 76th and 96th minutes. Stade Rennais’ Esteban Lepaul scored three times, all from penalty kicks, in the 29th, 74th, and 87th minutes.

Key moments and penalties

The match featured multiple penalty kicks, with Paris FC scoring two and Rennes scoring one. A crucial moment came in the 94th minute when Paris FC was awarded a penalty after Valentin Rongier was seen pulling the shirt of Lassine Sinayoko. Sinayoko converted the penalty to make it 4-3.

Injury affects Rennes' performance

Esteban Lepaul, who scored all three goals for Rennes, suffered an ankle injury in the 89th minute and had to leave the field. This left Rennes with 10 players for the remainder of the match, which may have impacted their ability to respond effectively.

Starting lineups and substitutions

Paris FC’s starting XI included players such as Trapp, Camara, and Sinayoko, while Stade Rennais started with Samba, Reynolds, and Lepaul. Both teams made several substitutions during the match, with Paris FC bringing on players like Ataíde da Silva and Mbemba Nlandu, and Rennes substituting players including Nkambadio and Chergui.

Match described as a thrilling spectacle

The game was praised for its intensity and skill, with both teams showing strong performances. Paris FC’s win was seen as a major milestone, bringing them closer to the top of the Ligue 1 table and highlighting their growing competitiveness in the league.