Team analysis: Paris Saint-Germain
Paris Saint-Germain enter this duel with a clear desire to confirm their dominance in Ligue 1 and regain their confidence, which was partially shaken by their performances in the Champions League. Luis Enrique’s team currently holds first place in the table with a 5-point lead over second-placed Olympique Marseille. However, despite a solid position, PSG only achieved draws in the last two league games, against Nantes (1:1) at Parc des Princes and Auxerre (0:0) away.
At home, Paris have been dominant throughout the season and their unbeaten run in Ligue 1 now runs to 14 games. An attack led by the young and talented Brendley Barcol, Goncalho Ramos and Nuna Mendes compensates for the absence of Kylian Mbappe, who left the club this summer. PSG have scored a lot of goals in the league since the start of the season, but recently they have encountered some problems in the realization against teams that retreat to a deep defensive position, such as Nantes and Auxerre.
Defensively, the return of Lucas Hernandez and Presnel Kimpembe is a huge boost for Luis Enrique, as they will further stabilize a backline that is already among the best in the league. In addition, Ousmane Dembele returns to the starting line-up following his Champions League suspension, meaning PSG will have additional attacking width on the wings.
Form in Europe remains a major challenge for Paris, who have won just one of their first five Champions League group stage games. However, the home form and the overall quality of the team give them enough confidence to impose their rhythm in the match against Lyon and record a victory that would further strengthen their position at the top of the table.
Team analysis: Olympique Lyonnais
Olympique Lyonnais come to Paris on a high and with great confidence after a run of nine consecutive matches without defeat in all competitions. Pierre Sage’s team has shown a serious improvement in form since the start of the season, especially away from home, where they have not been defeated since the end of August.
In the last two rounds of League 1, Lyon achieved convincing victories – first they defeated Nice 4:1 at home, and then they were convincing against Angers (3:0) away. These victories showed not only their offensive prowess, but also their ability to control the tempo of the game against weaker opponents.
The contribution of young players like Ryan Sherky, who is already a target of Premier League clubs, and Ernesto Nuamah, who is increasingly deciding games with his goals and assists, should be highlighted. The experienced Alexandre Lacazette, as the leader of the attack, provides stability and leadership to this young team, while the defensive line led by Nick Kaleta-Cara has shown considerable solidity, conceding just six goals in the last seven league matches.
Although Lyon are mid-table, their current run of results suggests they can match the strongest teams in the league. Pierre Sage will rely on disciplined defensive play and quick counters, given that PSG like to play with high possession and often leave space behind their back line.
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The match between Paris Saint-Germain and Olympique Lyon promises an open and dynamic game with plenty of opportunities, especially due to the tactical style of both teams. PSG are known for often attacking down the wing, with the likes of Ousmane Dembele and Noon Mendes often resulting in numerous corners. On the other hand, Lyon rely on quick counters and shots from distance, which can also contribute to the number of breakaways.
Odds 1.75
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