Hillel Konate produced a standout display for Troyes as Paris Saint-Germain secured a 1-0 victory at the Parc des Princes on Saturday in the 10th round of Ligue 1.
The result keeps the Parisian club at the top of the French championship, but Troyes goalkeeper Konate played a major part in ensuring the score remained close throughout the match.
The Burkina Faso international made his first important intervention in the fifth minute, tipping Senny Mayulu’s effort onto the crossbar. He was eventually beaten in the 39th minute when Ilya Zabarnyi headed Paris Saint-Germain into the lead.
Konate then denied Ferran Torres on several occasions, producing further saves both before and after half-time. The 31-year-old finished the match with six saves in total.
Although Troyes suffered defeat and Konate conceded for the first time in three appearances in the top flight, his performance underlined his growing influence in the team. He had previously kept consecutive clean sheets against Toulouse and Le Mans.
The goalkeeper’s form also represents another step in a career that has largely been spent in France’s lower divisions. He became a regular starter last season after Nicolas Lemaitre suffered a knee injury in October 2025.
Since then, Konate has retained the confidence of his manager, remaining ahead of summer signing Patrick Beach in the competition for the starting position.
His display against Paris Saint-Germain adds further evidence of his ability to perform at the highest level, even in a match where Troyes were unable to take anything from the Parc des Princes.
Troyes will next face Le Havre in the 11th round of the French championship.