Mbappe double helps PSG put pressure back on Lille

DPA Berlin Kylian Mbappe scored twice as Paris Saint-Germain claimed a straightforward 3-1 victory at Metz on Saturday to put the pressure back on Lille in...

DPABerlinKylian Mbappe scored twice as Paris Saint-Germain claimed a straightforward 3-1 victory at Metz on Saturday to put the pressure back on Lille in the Ligue 1 title race.By no means were Mauricio Pochettino’s side outstanding as a collective at Stade Saint-Symphorien, but Mbappe was, the France striker deadly in front of goal as he took his league tally to 25 for the campaign.Mbappe’s first arrived early on as PSG initially appeared in the mood, though they faded somewhat and failed to build on that goal despite Metz offering precious little themselves.At least, that was the case until the break. Metz levelled just 49 seconds into the second half thanks to Fabien Centonze as PSG looked in danger of dropping points for the third time in six games, but Mbappe’s deflected effort just before the hour restored the Parisians’ lead and a late Mauro Icardi penalty ensured there was no collapse from the defending champions, who go two points clear of Lille.PSG can now look forward to their date with Manchester City in the Champions League in midweek having not increased the heat on themselves.