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Blanc: First goal crucial in PSG triumph

Marquinhos bundled home the opener shortly before half-time at the Parc des Princes to cap a strong first-half performance.

Uruguay international Edinson Cavani then scored his fourth goal of the season from the penalty spot to secure the three points for Blanc's side.

"We expected to find a well-consolidated and well-organised team," he told the club's official website.

"This is what happened. As often happens when you score it unlocks the game.

"The opposing team takes more risks. It took a long time to score the second goal, but we succeeded."

"It feels good to be back on the field," he added. "It was four and a half months since I last started a game. So it was fun, especially to end with victory.

"Physically, I'm still a bit short, but you find your rhythm by playing."