Paris Saint-Germain suffered their third winless result to start the Ligue 1 season, falling 2-1 to AS Monaco on Saturday, September 4. The defeat came on the same day the club announced manager Luis Enrique had signed a contract extension until 2030, a move confirmed just before kick-off.
Marquinhos had given Paris Saint-Germain the lead in the 31st minute, finishing an assist from Khvicha Kvaratskhelia. The goal, his second in as many games after scoring against Lille, was allowed to stand following a VAR check for a possible handball. Monaco turned the game around in the second half with goals from Nazinho in the 58th minute, from a Jordan Teze cross, and Stanis Idumbo in the 72nd. The win sent Monaco to the top of Ligue 1 with a perfect nine points from three matches.
Why Paris Saint-Germain extended Luis Enrique's contract now
The timing of Luis Enrique's contract announcement, right before a key match, sends a strong message from the club's hierarchy. The Spanish coach, who joined in 2023 after stints with Barcelona and the Spanish national team, has overseen the most successful period in the club's history. Under his guidance, Paris Saint-Germain has won two consecutive Champions League titles and three Ligue 1 crowns. The 2024-25 season was especially fruitful with six trophies in total, and the team also reached the final of the inaugural FIFA Club World Cup in the United States.
Who else signed new contracts with Paris Saint-Germain
September 4 was a busy day for contract extensions at the Parc des Princes. Five other players committed their long-term futures to the club. Defenders Lucas Beraldo and Willian Pacho, midfielder Joao Neves, and academy graduate Senny Mayulu all signed deals running until 2031. Spanish midfielder Fabian Ruiz agreed to a contract until 2028 with an option for a further year. According to a report by Straits Times Sport, Ruiz, aged 30, has made 171 appearances for Paris Saint-Germain since arriving from Napoli in 2022, scoring 16 goals and providing 28 assists.
These players are core members of the squad. Joao Neves, signed from Benfica in 2024, has already made 100 appearances. Willian Pacho, recruited the same year from Eintracht Frankfurt, has played 105 times. Lucas Beraldo joined from São Paulo in January 2024. Senny Mayulu represents the success of the youth academy, having been with the club since he was 12 years old. You can view the full squad list on our squad page.
What is Paris Saint-Germain's situation in the league standings
With just one point from a possible nine, Paris Saint-Germain's start to the Ligue 1 campaign is concerning. The club finds itself in an unfamiliar position in the table, far from its usual targets. The loss to Monaco highlights the team's current struggles to convert chances and hold onto leads. The Parisians' league campaign can be tracked on our standings page.
Elsewhere, Olympique Lyonnais secured a second straight win by beating AJ Auxerre 3-1. Ernest Nuamah was instrumental with a goal and an assist. Felix Bacher opened the scoring from a corner in the 28th minute, and Zachary Athekame added a second three minutes later. Cameron Archer pulled one back for Auxerre before halftime, scoring his first goal for the club. Nuamah restored the two-goal cushion after the break, and Kail Boudache later hit the woodwork for Lyon. Paris Saint-Germain must now regroup for their next Ligue 1 fixture, scheduled for next weekend, details of which are in our fixtures calendar.
