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Simon reaches Ligue 1 landmark as Paris FC hold Strasbourg

Super Eagles winger Moses Simon marked his 200th Ligue 1 appearance as Paris FC drew 0–0 with Strasbourg at Stade de la Meinau.

Simon played 64 minutes in the contest as Paris FC secured an important point away from home.

The result leaves the club 13th in the league standings, nine points clear of the relegation zone.

Moses Simon reached Ligue 1 milestone as Paris FC drew 0–0 with Strasbourg, marking a major milestone in the Nigerian winger’s career.

Photo Credit: Imago

Since joining Paris FC in the summer of 2025, the Nigerian winger has made 23 league appearances, contributing three goals and two assists.

Before that move, Simon spent six seasons at Nantes, where he made 177 Ligue 1 appearances, scoring 33 goals and providing 37 assists while helping the club avoid relegation on several occasions.

Moses Simon reached Ligue 1 milestone as Paris FC drew 0–0 with Strasbourg, marking a major milestone in the Nigerian winger’s career.

Photo Credit: Imago

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Paris FC now turn their attention to a league meeting with Le Havre next week, with Simon hoping to end a goal drought that stretches back to November.

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Strasbourg, meanwhile, focus on European competition as they face HNK Rijeka in the second leg of their UEFA Europa Conference League round-of-16 tie, holding a 2–1 first-leg advantage.

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