Late Mbappe goal sends Lille top of Ligue 1
PARIS: Ethan Mbappe redeemed himself after his Champions League red card by scoring a late goal in a 2-0 win over Troyes on Sunday that sent Lille top of Ligue 1.
Ethan Mbappe ended his recent poor form by scoring a crucial late goal in Lille's 2-0 victory over Troyes, propelling the team to the top of Ligue 1. The 19-year-old, son of France and Real Madrid star Kylian Mbappe, had been sent off just three days prior for elbowing an opponent during a loss to Real Betis in the Champions League.
Mbappe's second goal came as a substitute against Troyes, sealing the win in the final moments of the game after the hosts had taken the lead through Portuguese full-back Tiago Santos. This goal was Mbappe's first since December, and he modestly apologized to fans for his red card. The win moved Lille above Monaco and Rennes in the table, with Lille securing 10 points from 12 possible after a strong start under new coach Davide Ancelotti.
Paris Saint-Germain, aiming for their first win of the league season, travel to Brest later on Sunday, having begun their campaign with two points from three matches.
Written by urgent.news from New Straits Times's reporting — not their text. Machine-written — may contain errors; check the original before relying on it.
This story
This is one outlet's version. Read the fullest account.
- Mbappe’s late goal sends Lille top of Ligue 1 freemalaysiatoday.com
- Late Mbappe goal sends Lille top of Ligue 1 punchng.com
