Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) secured the French Super Cup title, edging Olympique Marseille 4–1 in a penalty shootout following a dramatic 2–2 draw at the end of regulation time on January 8, 2026, at Jaber Al-Ahmad International Stadium in Kuwait City. The match showcased the technical brilliance and championship mentality that have defined Luis Enrique’s tenure at the Parisian club while demonstrating Marseille’s fighting spirit under Roberto De Zerbi’s tactical guidance.
Ousmane Dembele’s early strike sets the tone
Paris Saint-Germain dictated proceedings from the opening whistle, with Ousmane Dembele delivering a clinical finish to break the deadlock in the 13th minute. The French winger’s composed execution provided PSG with an early advantage in what would become a fiercely contested encounter between French football’s most storied rivals.
PSG’s superior possession control and technical proficiency were evident throughout the opening stages, as Luis Enrique’s men sought to establish dominance on neutral ground in Kuwait.
Marseille’s penalty equalizer and PSG’s own goal drama
Despite falling behind, Marseille displayed resilience and tactical discipline. Mason Greenwood converted from the penalty spot in the 76th minute, drawing the Olympiens level and injecting renewed belief into their campaign. However, the match took an unexpected turn when PSG defender Willian Pacho inadvertently scored an own goal in the 87th minute, giving Marseille what appeared to be a decisive 2–1 advantage with just minutes remaining in regulation time.
Ramos’s dramatic late equalizer forces shootout
Just as Marseille looked poised to claim the Super Cup, Goncalo Ramos emerged as the unlikely savior for PSG. He struck a dramatic equalizer in the 95th minute, forcing the contest into a penalty shootout.
Details about the penalty shootout
In the subsequent penalty shootout, Paris Saint-Germain proved their superior nerve and composure, prevailing 4–1 to secure the trophy and extend their dominance in this competition.
Desire Doue, Nuno Mendes, Vitinha, and Goncalo Ramos powered their team to victory, along with PSG’s star goalkeeper Lucas Chevalier, who saved two penalties in the shootout to help Paris Saint-Germain clinch the Trophée des Champions.
