September 14, 2025 — Parc des Princes, Paris. Paris Saint‑Germain kept their perfect start to the 2025‑26 Ligue 1 season alive with a 2‑0 home win over Lens. For US soccer fans, this shows PSG’s depth and rising stars continuing to deliver even without some big names.
What you missed
- PSG beat Lens 2‑0. Bradley Barcola scored both goals: once in the 15th minute and again just after the break in the 51st. (ESPN)
- Lens had limited success breaking through. A few chances, but PSG’s defense held firm.
- Paris dominated possession (~68%) and created better chances.
- Injuries forced changes, but PSG’s bench depth stepped up.
Who popped
- Bradley Barcola — two composed finishes (15′, 51′) and dangerous throughout.
- Danilo & Marquinhos — marshaled the back line to keep Lens quiet.
- Vitinha — linked play and helped maintain control in midfield.
Moments that swung it
- 15’: Barcola breaks the deadlock after good movement in the box.
- 51’: A clinical strike from Barcola doubles PSG’s lead early in the second half.
- Lens reaction: a late push, but PSG’s control never really cracked.
What they said
“Bradley took his chances well. The team played with intensity and balance.”— Luis Enrique, via Reuters
What’s next
- PSG now top the Ligue 1 table with four wins from four.
- Champions League opener vs Atalanta next — rotation expected.
- Lens sits mid-table (6 pts) and hosts Rennes next week.
- US fans: Barcola, Zaire-Emery, and Ugarte continue to look like key breakout names.
Numbers that tell the story
| Stat | PSG | Lens |
|---|---|---|
| Score | 2 | 0 |
| Goalscorer(s) | Bradley Barcola (15′, 51′) | — |
| Possession | 68.3% | 31.7% |
| Total shots | 14 | 11 |
| Shots on target | 6 | 3 |
| Corners | 4 | 3 |
| Expected Goals (xG) | TBD | TBD |
Sources: Reuters, ESPN, BeIN Sports.