Ferran Torres saves Paris Saint-Germain in Ligue 1 season opener draw against Rennes

Paris Saint-Germain began their Ligue 1 campaign on Sunday, August 23, 2026, with an unexpected 2-2 draw against Rennes. Despite the Parisians entering the season as defending champions, they found themselves struggling early in the match.

Rennes took a commanding lead in the first half with goals from Szymanski in the 9th minute and Lepol in the 38th minute, the latter assisted by Frankowski. However, Paris Saint-Germain coach Luis Enrique adjusted his tactical approach after halftime, leading to increased pressure on the hosts. New signing Ferran Torres proved pivotal to the comeback, scoring in the 71st minute and leveling the match with a header in the 82nd minute. In another Ligue 1 fixture held the same day, Monaco secured a narrow 1-0 away victory against Le Havre, courtesy of a header by Dier.

The draw marks a challenging start for the title holders, highlighting the resilience of Rennes. While the investigation or aftermath for this match remains standard for league play, the performance of Torres is expected to play a significant role in upcoming tactical decisions for the Parisians as they navigate the remainder of the season.