Paris Saint-Germain Women’s team emerged victorious once again, claiming their fourth trophy in the club’s history in the Coupe de France final against Fleury. Lieke Martens played a crucial role in securing the win for PSG with a goal in a rather lackluster final that failed to excite the spectators. The Parisian club’s consistency at the highest level of women’s soccer in France was evident in their performance in the final, despite the physical toll of previous matches.
In a match that saw little action in the first half, PSG managed to break the deadlock thanks to a goal from Lieke Martens, assisted by Jade Le Guilly. Fleury failed to equalize, and PSG had several scoring opportunities to double their lead. With the victory in the Coupe de France final, PSG now look ahead to the D1 Arkéma Playoffs where they will face Paris FC in the semi-final. Fleury, on the other hand, will need to secure their fourth position in the league to advance to face Lyon in the playoffs.
Charlotte Fernandes of Fleury expressed disappointment in missing opportunities in the final, while PSG captain Grace Geyoro acknowledged the difficult conditions of the match due to the heat. Geyoro also discussed the impact of receiving a red card early on in the match but praised her team for holding on to secure the win. The starting elevens for the final featured key players for both teams, with Martens proving to be the difference-maker for PSG.
The victory in the Coupe de France final adds to PSG Women’s impressive record in recent years, securing their third trophy in the last four years. Despite challenges faced in the match against Fleury, PSG demonstrated their quality and determination to come out on top. The focus now shifts to the D1 Arkéma Playoffs, where PSG will look to continue their success and add to their trophy cabinet. With key players like Martens in top form, PSG will be a strong contender in the playoffs and aim to finish the season on a high note.
