Soccer-PSG get hard-fought 2-1 win over Nantes to extend lead in Ligue 1

Soccer Football - Ligue 1 - Paris St Germain v Nantes - Parc des Princes, Paris, France - December 9, 2023 Paris St Germain's Randal Kolo Muani celebrates scoring their second goal with Lucas Hernandez REUTERS/Sarah Meyssonnier

PARIS (Reuters) -Randal Kolo Muani's late goal helped Paris St Germain secure a 2-1 victory over Nantes on Saturday to claim an eighth straight Ligue 1 win and extend their lead at the top of the standings.

PSG moved to 36 points, six points clear of AS Monaco, who beat Stade Rennais 2-1. Third-placed Nice are on 29 points and will host Reims on Sunday.