Neymar dazzles as Monaco holds PSG to draw in classic showdown

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Neymar Jr. scored two as Monaco twice came from behind to earn a point off of PSG in a six-goal thriller at the Perc des Princes.

Neymar opened his account in the 3rd minute of the game but the visitors quickly turned the game around as Gelson Martin’s and Ben Yedder scored six minutes to lead in the match after just 13 minutes on the clock.

The visitors were at it again but this time it was on the wrong end of the pitch as Ballo-Toure’s own goal brought things level.

Neymar scored his second from the penalty spot in the 42nd minute to give PSG the lead at half-time.

Islam Slimani scored for the visitors in the 70th minute to bring things level again and deny the champions victory.

Kylian Mbappe and Edinson Cavani both had chances to win it for the hosts but misfired.

PSG stay five points clear of closest contenders Marseille while Monaco moves up to 8th on the log.

 

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