Paris Saint-Germain 'Ruthlessly' Demolish Rivals Marseille (5-0) in Le Classique

In a night unlike any other "Classique," Paris Saint-Germain showcased their footballing prowess against traditional rivals Olympique Marseille, securing a resounding 5-0 victory. The match, part of Week 21 of the French League, took place on Sunday evening at the Parc des Princes.

The game began with a high tempo from the hosts, as Luis Enrique and his men gave the visitors no chance to catch their breath. It took just 12 minutes for the stands to erupt with the opening goal, scored by French international Ousmane Dembélé. Dembélé returned to double the lead in the 37th minute with a brilliant individual effort, ending the first half with a deserved advantage.

As the second half kicked off, everyone anticipated a reaction from Marseille, but the exact opposite occurred. The 66th and 67th minutes saw a dramatic turn; defender Facundo Medina scored an unfortunate own goal under attacking pressure. Before Marseille's players could recover from the shock, Georgian star Khvicha Kvaratskhelia surprised them with the fourth goal in the 66th minute with an unstoppable shot, effectively signaling the clinical end of the match.

The Parisian giants were not content with four goals and continued their thirst for more. South Korean substitute Lee Kang-in successfully netted the fifth goal in the 74th minute, capitalizing on the complete surrender displayed by Marseille's players.

Nayef Aguerd was absent for Olympique Marseille due to injury, while Achraf Hakimi missed the match for PSG due to suspension.

With this result, Paris Saint-Germain increased their tally to 51 points, sitting at the top of Ligue 1, two points clear of second-placed Lens (49 points). Marseille, meanwhile, left the capital with deep pain and wounds, occupying fourth place with 39 points.