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PSG misses trophy! Winning streak broken after Lee Kang-in's departure; suffer shocking 0-1 loss to 10-man Lens, ending
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PSG misses trophy! Winning streak broken after Lee Kang-in's departure; suffer shocking 0-1 loss to 10-man Lens, ending bid for 5th straight Super Cup

From Chosun Ilbo · () Korean

Translated from Korean, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) lost the French Super Cup 0-1 to RC Lens, ending their four-year winning streak.
  • The defeat occurred despite PSG having a numerical advantage over Lens.
  • This loss means PSG will not achieve a fifth consecutive Super Cup title.

Paris Saint-Germain's quest for a fifth consecutive French Super Cup title has been dashed following a surprising 0-1 defeat to RC Lens. The Parisian club, playing with a man advantage, failed to break down Lens' defense and ultimately conceded a decisive goal, ending their dominant run in the competition.

The match, held at the Stade Bollaert-Delelis, saw PSG unable to capitalize on their superior numbers. Despite controlling possession for large parts of the game, they lacked the cutting edge to score against a resilient Lens side. The loss marks a significant setback for PSG and highlights potential issues in their offensive strategy, especially following the departure of key player Lee Kang-in.

This unexpected result not only halts PSG's streak of four consecutive Super Cup victories but also raises questions about the team's form and consistency. The defeat serves as a stark reminder that even with a numerical advantage, victory is not guaranteed, and it opens the door for rivals to challenge their dominance in French football.

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Originally published by Chosun Ilbo in Korean. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.