Paris FC defeated Rennes FC 4-3 in a dramatic Ligue 1 match on Sunday at Stade Jean Bouin. Maxime López scored twice for Paris, while Esteban Lepaul netted a hat-trick for Rennes, including two penalties.

The scoring opened in the 14th minute when Maxime López found the net with an assist from Lassine Sinayoko, making it 1-0. Rennes equalised in the 29th minute through a penalty converted by Esteban Lepaul, bringing the score to 1-1.

Just before half-time, in stoppage time at 45+4 minutes, López struck again, assisted by Sinayoko, to give Paris a 2-1 lead. Rennes responded with another penalty from Lepaul in the 74th minute, levelling the match at 2-2.

Paris regained the lead in the 76th minute when Lassine Sinayoko scored, making it 3-2. However, Lepaul completed his hat-trick with a penalty in the 88th minute, equalising once more at 3-3.

In a thrilling finish, Paris was awarded a penalty in the 90+7 minute, which Sinayoko converted to secure a 4-3 victory for the home side.

The match featured seven yellow cards, with Rennes' Przemysław Frankowski, Djaoui Cissé, Adrien Thomasson, and Anthony Rouault all booked, alongside Paris' Samir Chergui, Ilan Kebbal, and Hamari Traore.

Key statistics showed Paris FC had 53% possession and an expected goals (xG) of 3.7 compared to Rennes' 3.1. Both teams had 9 shots on target, with Paris earning 3 corners to Rennes' 4.

Going into the game, Rennes were in 3rd place with 13 points, while Paris FC were 5th with 11 points. This victory boosts Paris FC's position in the league as they continue their strong form.