PSG Advances in Coupe de France via Penalties

Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) advanced to the Coupe de France Round of 32 after a tense 4-3 penalty shootout win against RC Lens, following a 1-1 draw in regulation time. Lens took the lead in the 66th minute with a goal from M'bala Nzola, but PSG equalized shortly after through Gonçalo Ramos. The match was marked by PSG's struggle to break down a resilient Lens defense, which led to a penalty shootout where PSG scored all four of their attempts. PSG's goalkeeper Matvey Safonov emerged as a hero by saving two penalties, securing the victory for his team. This match sets the stage for the upcoming draw for the Round of 16, featuring several top teams still in contention. Lens, while defeated, showed improved form recently, having moved up in Ligue 1 standings prior to this match.