The French Ligue 1 match between Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) and Angers delivered more than just football action. While Lionel Charbonnier predicted an Ousmane Dembélé double (at odds of 3.60), and anticipated PSG dominance leading to a potential penalty (2.95), the game took an unexpected turn.
Dembélé to Shine?
Charbonnier's prediction centered around PSG's expected victory celebration at Parc des Princes. He saw Dembélé, a potential Ballon d'Or contender, as a key protagonist, potentially scoring twice against Angers. He also highlighted the potential for goals from Dembélé and Ruiz, with the Spanish midfielder being his favourite player. A penalty for PSG was also on his radar, anticipating Angers' defensive approach leading to fouls.
Unexpected Referee Spotlight
However, the spotlight shifted unexpectedly when the fourth official, Mickaël Leleu, was called into action. Replacing the injured Hakim Ben El Hadj in the 20th minute, Leleu's impressive physique quickly became a talking point. Cameras captured his muscular build, turning him into an overnight social media sensation.
From Ligue 2 to Centre Stage
Leleu, more accustomed to Ligue 2 matches, was officiating only his second Ligue 1 game. Despite his relative inexperience at this level, he was immediately thrust into a crucial decision. Just four minutes after entering the pitch, he awarded a penalty to PSG for a foul on João Neves. Unfortunately for PSG, Ousmane Dembélé failed to convert the penalty.
- Dembélé's potential double miss
- Referee's muscular physique steals the show
- PSG awarded penalty
The PSG-Angers match provided a blend of expected football narratives and unexpected moments, making it a memorable Ligue 1 encounter.