Mbappe sends PSG13 points clear - KBC

Kylian Mbappe sent Paris St-Germain 13 points clear at the top of Ligue 1 with the only goal against Nantes.

Mbappe, who turned 20 on Thursday, netted from close range – his 13th goal in 12 league games this season.

Neymar was allowed to miss the game and return to Brazil to recover from a groin injury he has played through recently.

Second-placed Lille – who have played two games more than unbeaten PSG – lost 2-1 at home to Toulouse.

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Former Premier League winger Max Gradel scored two second-half penalties in the surprise win.

Elsewhere, Monaco’s relegation concerns increased as they lost 2-0 at home to the only team below them in the table – Guingamp. Marcus Thuram, son of ex-Monaco defender Lillian, scored the opening goal.

Thierry Henry’s side are three points adrift of safety – and only two above bottom spot.

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