Moses Simon scores winning goal as Paris FC defeats Metz 3-2 in France

Super Eagles of Nigeria star Moses Simon was the hero as Paris FC secured a 3-2 victory over Metz in a Ligue 1 encounter at the Stade Charléty.

Simon who completed a massive move in France, switching from Nantes to Paris FC provided two key moments to win the game.

The game began with Metz taking an early lead through Sadibou Sané, assisted by Gauthier Hein, in the 22nd minute capitalizing on a well-worked move.

However, Paris FC responded equalizing in additional time of the first half through a penalty converted by Ilan Kebbal as both teams went to the break level.

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In the second half, Moses Simon made his impact felt with an assist for Kebbal to put the hosts in front in the 52nd minute with a clinical finish.

Just two minutes later, in the 54th minute, Boubacar Traoré equalized for Metz, assisted by Georgiy Tsitaishvili as both sides continued to battle.

Simon would score the winner in the 67th minute, assisted by Maxime Lopez, driving a well placed ball home.

As Metz pushed for an equalizer in the final stages, Simon was taken off for Nouha Dicko in the 90th minute with Paris FC able to hold on for the win.

Simon's goal was his second goal in Ligue 1 appearances for his new club, his first coming in their 5-2 loss against Marseille.