Paris FC beat Strasbourg 2-1 at Stade Jean Bouin.

The Ligue 1 clash on 19 September 2026 saw Paris FC host Strasbourg at the Stade Jean Bouin in Paris. Both sides entered the match looking to claim three points, and the atmosphere was charged as the home crowd awaited the first-half kickoff.

How it unfolded

The opening stages were tightly contested until the 18th minute, when Ilan Kebbal broke the deadlock for Paris FC. Kebbal received a left-footed pass from Lassine Sinayoko on the right side of the box and struck the ball into the high centre of the net, giving the hosts a 1-0 lead.

The balance shifted slightly before the hour-mark when Maxime López was booked in the 40th minute for a bad foul, a reminder that the match was becoming more physical.

Paris FC doubled their advantage in the 57th minute. A swift counter-attack saw Maxime López deliver a cross that Pablo Pagis met with a right-footed shot from the centre of the box, sending the ball to the top right corner for a 2-0 lead.

Strasbourg attempted to respond and saw two of their players cautioned in quick succession. Diogo Sousa was shown a yellow card in the 63rd minute for a bad foul, followed by Gessime Yassine in the 67th minute for a similar infringement.

The visitors finally got on the scoresheet in the 88th minute, but it came via an own goal. Moustapha Mbow inadvertently deflected the ball into his own net, reducing the margin to 2-1.

The final minutes were marked by further disciplinary action. Thibault De Smet received a yellow card in the 90th minute, and Luca Koleosho was booked in stoppage time (90'+4") for a bad foul, concluding a match that featured five cautions in total.

Standout performers

Ilan Kebbal provided the opening strike, showcasing composure and an accurate left-footed finish. Pablo Pagis added the second goal, converting a well-timed cross from Maxime López with a precise right-footed shot. Maxime López not only contributed the assist for the second goal but also earned a booking for a foul, reflecting his involvement on both ends of the pitch.

Match facts

  • Final score: Paris FC 2-1 Strasbourg
  • Scorers: Ilan Kebbal (18'), Pablo Pagis (57'), Moustapha Mbow (own goal, 88')
  • Bookings: Maxime López (40'), Diogo Sousa (63'), Gessime Yassine (67'), Thibault De Smet (90'), Luca Koleosho (90'+4')
  • Venue: Stade Jean Bouin, Paris

What it means

The victory secures three points for Paris FC, keeping their Ligue 1 campaign alive with a home win, while Strasbourg return home with a single point after a narrow defeat.