Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) booked their place in the French Cup final after a hard-fought 4-2 victory against Dunkerque. The semi-final clash, held at Stade de la Licorne, saw the Ligue 1 giants survive an early scare before mounting a strong comeback.
Dunkerque’s surprise lead
Dunkerque, a third-tier club, stunned PSG in the first half by taking an early lead. Their aggressive start put pressure on the Parisian defence, with a well-placed goal giving them an unexpected advantage. The underdogs displayed impressive resilience, forcing PSG to work harder than expected.
PSG’s strong response
Despite the initial setback, PSG found their rhythm before halftime. Ousmane Dembélé and Vitinha led the fightback, with Dembélé scoring a crucial equaliser. A well-executed attack saw Vitinha add another, putting PSG ahead before the break.
Second-Half domination
Dunkerque attempted to maintain their momentum, but PSG’s experience and quality proved too much. Kylian Mbappé and Gonçalo Ramos extended PSG’s lead with clinical finishes, securing the win. Dunkerque managed to pull one goal back late in the game, but it was not enough to alter the outcome.
French cup final awaits
With this victory, PSG moves one step closer to adding another French Cup title to their collection. They will now prepare for the final, where they will face a yet-to-be-determined opponent.
