PSG Dominates Montpellier, Secures Top Spot in Starligue
Paris Saint-Germain Handball solidified its position at the top of the Liqui Moly Starligue with a 30-32 victory over Montpellier on Saturday, March 7, 2026. The win extends PSG’s lead to two points over Nantes, who were at rest this weekend.
Match Highlights
The match, held in Montpellier, was a closely contested affair, particularly in the closing minutes. Paris established a lead in the first half, going up 14-18, capitalizing on temporary exclusions of Montpellier players. Yahia Omar was instrumental in building this advantage, scoring 8 goals throughout the game.
Montpellier mounted a strong comeback in the second half, fueled by Charles Bolzinger and Kylian Prat, narrowing the gap to a single goal (30-31) with just under a minute remaining. However, Wallem Peleka secured the win for PSG with a composed final goal.
Goalkeeper Duel and Key Performances
The first period featured a competitive duel between the goalkeepers, Rémi Desbonnet of Montpellier and Mikkel Lovkvist of Paris. Although Desbonnet made several key saves, Lovkvist’s performance helped Paris regain control of the score.
Key performers for PSG included Yahia Omar (8 goals), Ferran Solé Sala (5 goals), and Wallem Peleka (5 goals). For Montpellier, Agustín Casado and Arthur Lenne each contributed 3 goals, while Kylian Prat played a crucial role in their late-game surge.
League Standings and Implications
With this victory, Paris Saint-Germain maintains its undefeated streak in the Liqui Moly Starligue, extending it to 19 matches. The team now leads Nantes by two points. Montpellier remains in third place, but their chances of qualifying for the Champions League are becoming more challenging.
Karl Konan, a defender for Paris-SG, stated after the match, “We knew how to manage from beginning to end and stay focused.”
Looking Ahead
PSG will appear to continue its dominant form in the Starligue as the season progresses, while Montpellier will aim to regain momentum and secure a Champions League spot.