# Paris and Lens Secure Champions League Qualification Slots
Paris Saint-Germain and RC Lens have taken a significant step toward securing their places in the Ligue 1 Champions League qualification race with victories over Marseille and Monaco, respectively. Both teams demonstrated their credentials as title contenders with dominant performances, leaving their rivals trailing in their wake.
Paris Saint-Germain kicked off the weekend with a thrilling 3-1 victory over Marseille, a result that extended their unbeaten run and showcased their attacking prowess. Kylian Mbappé was the star of the show, netting a brace, while Marco Verratti and Neymar Jr. also contributed to the win. The Parisians, under the guidance of head coach Mauricio Pochettino, seem to be hitting their stride at the perfect time, with the Champions League on the horizon.
Meanwhile, RC Lens continued their impressive form with a 2-1 win over Monaco, moving them closer to a historic Champions League berth. Lens, who have been the story of Ligue 1 this season, once again relied on their solid defense and clinical finishing. Manager Julien Löve has masterminded a remarkable turnaround at the Stade Bollaert-Delelis, and the players’ determination has been key to their success.
Both teams have now set their sights on finishing in the top four of Ligue 1, a prerequisite for automatic Champions League qualification. Paris Saint-Germain, chasing a fourth consecutive title, will aim to maintain their momentum, while Lens, who are competing in European competitions for the first time in decades, will look to build on their recent form.
As the race for qualification heats up, the battle between these two teams, along with others like Nice and Marseille, promises to be one of the most thrilling in recent memory. With the Champions League spots hanging in the balance, both Paris and Lens will be determined to finish strong.