Illia Zabarnyi delivered the decisive moment as Paris Saint-Germain secured a 1-0 victory against Troyes in their latest Ligue 1 clash on Saturday, extending their winning streak to eleven consecutive matches across all competitions.
The only goal of the match arrived in the 39th minute when Zabarnyi, the Ukrainian defender, rose to head home a precise cross from Senny Mayulu at the Parc des Princes. This strike proved to be enough, despite the persistent efforts of the newly promoted Troyes, who currently find themselves struggling in the league’s relegation zone.
PSG faced this fixture without several key players due to injury and rotation. Notably absent were Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, Ousmane Dembele, Nuno Mendes, Maghnes Akliouche, and captain Marquinhos. Achraf Hakimi was rested, and Joao Neves began the match on the bench. Even with these absences, the squad demonstrated enough quality to overcome their determined but limited opponents.
Troyes, backed by the City Football Group, have shown resilience but are still expected to face a tough battle to maintain their place in Ligue 1 this season. Meanwhile, PSG’s form remains formidable, having recently delivered a stunning 6-0 away victory over Villarreal in the Champions League midweek.
PSG’s Dominance Continues Under Luis Enrique
Under the management of Luis Enrique, who took charge in 2023, PSG have now amassed seven consecutive league wins, pushing them three points clear at the summit of the Ligue 1 table, ahead of Paris FC. Their current run of eleven straight wins across all competitions marks the longest streak during Enrique’s tenure.
Zabarnyi’s goal was his second of the season and followed a swift corner taken by Desire Doue. While the scoreline remained narrow, PSG appeared poised to extend their lead further. However, despite several promising opportunities, Spain World Cup finalist Ferran Torres was unable to convert his chances into goals, adding a note of frustration amid PSG’s otherwise dominant performance.