Ilan Kebbal played a pivotal role in Paris FC’s 2-0 win over Clermont, a result that significantly boosts the club’s hopes of securing promotion to Ligue 1.
The Algerian international was instrumental from the outset, delivering the assist for the opening goal just eight minutes into the match.
Operating from the left wing, Kebbal linked up smartly with his opposite winger, Cafaro, in a well-executed move that highlighted Paris FC’s attacking intent.
After receiving a cross from Cafaro, Kebbal initially miscontrolled the ball but quickly regained composure, deceived a defender with a feint, and then returned the favour by finding Cafaro unmarked in the box. The forward made no mistake from close range, putting the hosts ahead.
Kebbal’s vision and creativity were on full display in that sequence, underlining why he remains a key figure in Paris FC’s promotion push.
The assist was his sixth of the season, to go alongside five goals—figures that reflect his growing influence on the team’s fortunes.
The 25-year-old was substituted early in the second half as manager Stéphane Gilli looked to rotate his squad with the demanding final stretch of the season in mind.
His withdrawal did little to slow the hosts’ momentum. Paris FC doubled their advantage in the second half through a goal by Mbow, who was set up by Maxime Lopez.
The two-goal cushion proved enough to secure all three points in a match that could prove decisive in the race for automatic promotion.
With the victory, Paris FC temporarily climbed to second place in the Ligue 2 standings. Their position could change depending on the outcome of the fixture between Caen and Metz scheduled for later in the afternoon, but the result firmly places them in contention for a return to France’s top tier.
For Kebbal, it was another strong performance in what has been a productive campaign. Since joining Paris FC, the midfielder has steadily established himself as one of the side’s most creative outlets, combining technical ability with intelligent movement and a knack for delivering in key moments.
His contributions have been vital in keeping Paris FC in the promotion picture, and the club will be hoping he maintains his form as the season approaches its conclusion.
Clermont, meanwhile, struggled to find answers to Paris FC’s fluid attack. Despite a few promising spells of possession, they failed to truly threaten and were ultimately undone by defensive lapses and a lack of cutting edge in the final third.
With just a few matches remaining, every point is critical, and Paris FC’s victory over Clermont could prove to be one of the defining moments of their campaign. As fans await the outcome of their promotion rivals’ match, Paris FC and Kebbal can reflect on a job well done—at least for now.
