Montpellier 2-6 Paris Saint-Germain: Kylian Mbappe nets three goals as Luis Enrique’s team edges closer to the championship.

Paris Saint-Germain put on a dazzling display as they thrashed Montpellier 6-2 in Ligue 1, with Kylian Mbappe stealing the show with a sensational hat-trick. The reigning champions, who are well on their way to securing their 12th league title, ended their three-game winless streak and extended their lead at the top to 12 points ahead of second-placed Brest.

PSG started the game strong, taking a two-goal lead through Vitinha and Mbappe. However, they allowed Montpellier to get back into the game by conceding two goals. Arnaud Nordin and Teji Savanier were the scorers for the home side. It was a careless performance from PSG, a recurring issue for them this season.

But the contentious penalty decision seemed to ignite a fire in PSG, as they completely dominated the second half. Mbappe completed his hat-trick, with his second goal being a strike of phenomenal quality from outside the box. Lee Kang-in added another stunning goal to the tally, leaving Montpellier goalkeeper Dimitry Bertraud helpless.

From that point on, PSG controlled the game with authority. Mbappe scored his third goal, bringing his tally for the season closer to 40 goals. Nuno Mendes sealed the victory with a well-taken goal in the dying minutes of the match.

The departure of Mbappe at the end of the season will undoubtedly leave a void in Ligue 1. The Frenchman has been the league’s biggest star and has brought a lot of attention to the competition. His hat-trick tonight showcased his talent and reminded everyone of the impact he has had on the league. Ligue 1 and its fans should cherish every moment of Mbappe’s presence before he leaves, as he has truly changed the league forever.

Mbappe was undoubtedly the standout player of the match, although Vitinha also put in an impressive performance. Mbappe’s hat-trick has put PSG in a strong position to secure another league title and potentially even European glory as they face Barcelona in the Champions League quarter-finals.

Player Ratings:
PSG: Donnarumma 5, Hernandez 6, Beraldo 4, Danilo 4, Hakimi 7, Lee Kang-in 7, Ugarte 6, Vitinha 9, Mbappe 9, Kolo Muani 6, Barcola 5
Subs: Mendes 7, Mukiele 6, Zaire-Emery 6, Mayulu 6, Ramos 7.

Montpellier: Bertraud 3, Omeragic 4, Tchato 4, Mincarelli 5, Kouyate 4, Savanier 6, Ferri 5, Leroy 5, Coulibaly 7, Nordin 7, Khazri 5
Subs: Fayad 5, Jullien 4, Sacko 4, Adams 5, Tamari 5

In terms of key stats, this was Mbappe’s 200th Ligue 1 game, and his hat-trick means he has now been involved in over 450 goals for club and country, with 323 goals and 130 assists.