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Neymar, PSG Stunned on Penalties by Rennes in 2019 French Cup Final

Neymar scored and assisted a goal, but couldn't prevent Paris Saint-Germain from slipping to a shock defeat against Rennes in the 2019 Coupe de France final.

The Ligue 1 champions lost 6-5 on penalties following a 2-2 draw after extra time at the Stade de France on Saturday night. Neymar scored during the shootout, but Christopher Nkunku blazed his spot-kick over the bar to give Rennes the win.

Kylian Mbappe might have taken the penalty, but Neymar's strike partner was shown a straight red card for a foul on Damien Da Silva deep into extra time.

Mbappe's gaffe wasted Neymar's assist for Dani Alves in the first half, as well as his superb lob to score:

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