PSG 5-1 Lorient: 5 Talking Points as the Parisians run riot | Ligue 1 2021-22

#3 Neymar ran riot on the flank

Neymar was impressive for PSG.

Neymar was too good for PSG on the night. The Brazilian scored a brace for the hosts. He opened the scoring for the Ligue 1 leaders and put the finishing touches on a fine performance by Pochettino's side as he scored the fifth and final goal. His link-up play with Kylian Mbappe was enthralling.

Neymar won seven duels, made three recoveries, won two tackles, created five chances and completed four dribbles throughout the game. He was absolutely clinical in front of goal and looked threatening every time he pulled clear.

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#2 Magnificent front three

Paris Saint-Germain's magnificent three.

The front three were on fire against Lorient. Messi, Mbappe and Neymar got their names on the scoresheet. Fans have long waited to see them hammer down the opposition teams.

Mbappe set up both goals for Neymar. The Frenchman also set up Messi for his third league goal of the season.

The way they combined upfront was mesmerizing. Their chemistry was clearly visible on the night. The trio have had their moments in the past but it is now reflecting on the scoresheet as well.

If they keep performing the way they did against Lorient, the scoreline will look more and more emphatic.

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#1 Kylian Mbappe dazzles for PSG

Kylian Mbappe was PSG's star performer.

Kylian Mbappe was on a whole different level against Lorient. The PSG forward was no match for the visitors.

The Frenchman scored a brace and set up the other three goals. For his first, he fired a shot into the bottom left corner after receiving the ball from Idrissa Gueye.

But his second goal was even better. Mbappe drilled one low from outside the box after beating his man.

Mbappe won nine duels, completed seven dribbles, made one recovery and created four chances throughout the game. He even hit the woodwork once. All in all, it was a perfect game for the Frenchman.