Kylian Mbappe played his final match for Paris Saint-Germain on Saturday, ending his tenure with a thrilling victory in the French Cup final against Lyon.
The match marked the conclusion of an era for both Mbappe and PSG, as the star forward looks ahead to new opportunities.
In a gripping encounter, the Ligue 1 champions secured a 2-1 win over Lyon, with Ousmane Dembele and Fabio Ruiz finding the back of the net for PSG.
Dembele opened the scoring, setting the tone for the match, while Ruiz’s goal solidified PSG’s lead.
Lyon’s Jake O’Biren managed to pull one back in the second half, but PSG’s defense, led by goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma, held firm.
Donnarumma’s outstanding save shortly after O’Biren’s goal was a crucial moment, ensuring PSG’s victory.
With this win, PSG extended their record to a 15th French Cup title, their first since 2021. This triumph adds to their successful season, having already clinched the Ligue 1 title and the French Super Cup.
Despite their domestic success, PSG’s European campaign fell short as they were eliminated in the Champions League semi-finals by Borussia Dortmund.
As Mbappe leaves PSG as a free agent, speculation about his next move is rife, with Real Madrid being the anticipated destination.