### Ligue 1 Round 18 Recap: Paris Saint-Germain Leads Second Place by 5 Points, Nice Breaks Into Top Six
#### Paris Saint-Germain Continues Dominance
Paris Saint-Germain continued their impressive start to the season with a commanding victory over Bordeaux on Sunday. The French giants dominated the game from start to finish, securing a comfortable 4-1 win that pushed them up to second place in the league standings. With this performance, they now trail leaders Monaco by just five points.
#### Nice Seals Top Six Position
Meanwhile, Nice secured their first top-six position of the season with a hard-fought 2-1 win against Lyon. This result lifted the Italian club into seventh place and marked a significant milestone for coach Claudio Ranieri's team. The victory was particularly noteworthy given the opposition, who had won three straight matches before facing Nice.
#### Key Performances
- **Paris Saint-Germain**: Goals were scored by Kevin De Bruyne (twice), Kylian Mbappe, and Édouard Mendy. De Bruyne's double was particularly crucial as it helped seal the win.
- **Nice**: Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang scored both goals for Nice, showcasing his scoring prowess in the tournament.
#### Match Details
- **Paris Saint-Germain vs. Bordeaux**: A high-scoring affair saw De Bruyne break the deadlock early in the match, followed by Mbappe's goal in the 29th minute. Mendy added another goal in the 67th minute to secure the victory.
- **Nice vs. Lyon**: Despite Lyon's recent success, Nice managed to find the back of the net twice to take all three points. Aubameyang's first goal came in the 19th minute, while he doubled the lead in the 55th minute.
#### Next Matches
Paris Saint-Germain will face off against Lille in the next round, aiming to solidify their top spot. Meanwhile, Nice will look to maintain their momentum against Toulouse in their upcoming match.
Overall, these results continue to highlight the strong performances of key players like Mbappe and Aubameyang, as well as the competitiveness of the Ligue 1 table. The remaining rounds of the season promise to be thrilling, with many teams vying for a top-six finish.