The Ligue 1 fixture, RC Strasbourg Alsace vs. Paris Saint-Germain FC, kicks off at 20:00 (GMT+1) on Friday, April 29, at Stade de la Meinau.
A 1-1 draw against ten-man RC Lens over the weekend saw PSG secure a record-equaling 10th Ligue 1 title. A fabulous goal from Lionel Messi (68’) had put Les Parisiens in front before Lens struck through Corentin Jean (88’). PSG now has as many Ligue 1 titles as AS Saint-Étienne (10), having secured the tenth with 13 points ahead of second-placed Marseille [65 points] while having four games left to play. With 78 points from 24W, 6D, and 4L, PSG remains unbeaten in five games, WWWWD, ahead of this dead-rubber clash against Strasbourg. Les Parisiens have won only two of their nine games in Ligue 1, played after they became mathematically assured of picking up the league title [2W, 4D, & 3L]. Dissatisfaction and hushed celebrations followed the league title, with the club and fans still bitter over the UEFA Champions League exit at the hands of Real Madrid in the round-of-16. Zidane is said to prefer a coaching role with the French national team, hence the hierarchy are lining up a replacement in the shape of Antonio Conte for the managerial role at the club. Mauricio Pochettino’s ongoing romance with Spurs leaves fingers pointing to a managerial merry-go-round with the duo expected to swap places. Having secured the league title, Pochettino may be bringing in unfamiliar faces when he lays out the 4—3—3 formation against Strasbourg on Friday.
The Ligue 1 fixture, Paris Saint-Germain vs. RC Lens, kicks off at 20:00 (GMT+1) on Saturday, April 23, at Parc des Princes.
PSG picked up a 3-0 win over SCO Angers on Wednesday at the Stade Raymond Kopa. Mbappe (28') opened the scoring with a powerful 18-yard-shot to leave Les Parisiens in the lead before Mohamed-Ali Cho struck the woodwork at the other end. But a fine header from Sergio Ramos (45'+2) at the stroke of half-time left PSG with a comfortable two-goal lead at the break. Minutes into the second half, Marquinhos (77') hit the back of the net with the third to put the game to bed. The victory leaves PSG with four wins in a row, LWWWW, while sitting at the top of the table with 77 points, 15 points clear of second-placed Marseille, after 24W, 5D, and 4L. "Yes, I think it was a good game and a very professional performance," said Mauricio Pochettino on the club’s website. "The three points are the most important things, and yes, I think we are closer to achieving what we want," the PSG boss added. If PSG picks up a draw or Marseille fails to win this weekend, Les Parisiens will be crowned French champions for the 10th time, which would equal St. Etienne as the most successful club in the history of Ligue 1, ahead of OM, who have nine Ligue 1 titles. "The most important thing is to be focused on Saturday and try to put in a very good performance again," Pochettino said ahead of the clash against Lens. The PSG boss lined up a rarely seen 3—5—2, leaving Mbappe and Di Maria, who bagged a brace of assists, in attack following the absence of Neymar and Messi. With Neymar making a return after a one-game suspension, a 4—3—3 formation could be on the horizon. Meanwhile, Messi is ruled out with an Achilles tendon injury.
Angers SCO vs. Paris Saint-Germain kicks off at 20:00 (GMT+1) on Wednesday, April 20, at the Stade Raymond Kopa.
PSG are now one win away from picking up their record 10th Ligue 1 title following the 2-1 victory over Marseille in Sunday’s Le Classique at Parc de Princes. A remarkable lob from Neymar (12’) over the goalkeeper after a laser-guided cross from Marco Verratti left PSG in the lead inside the first fifteen minutes. But Duje Ćaleta-Car (33’) poked home from close range to restore parity at both ends after a goal-mouth scramble. However, a well-taken penalty from Mbappe (45’+5) eventually divided both sides at the stroke of half-time and until full-time. It was a deserved win," Mauricio Pochettino said after the win in Sunday’s Le Classique. "What’s important is to get the three points. The intensity, we’re at the end of the season. There might be a bit of fatigue," the PSG boss added. Les Parisiens are 15 points clear at the top of the table with 74 points from 23W, 5D, and 4L. Furthermore, PSG has three wins in a row, WLWWW, ahead of this match against Angers. Mauricio Pochettino and Les Parisiens could line up the 4—3—3 formation with Ángel Di María, Messi, and Mbappe in attack for this game against Angers after Neymar picked up a yellow-card suspension.
Sunday’s Le Classique, Paris Saint-Germain vs. Olympique de Marseille, kicks off at 19:45 (GMT+1) on April 17, at Parc des Princes.
PSG picked Clermont Foot apart in a 6-1 win at the Stade Gabriel Montpied last weekend, which featured a hattrick from Neymar (6', 71' P., & 83') and Mbappe (19', 74', 80'). Having picked up back-to-back victories, LWLWW, PSG remains at the top of the table, 12 points clear of second-placed Marseille [59 points: 17W, 8D, & 6L], while having 71 points from 22W, 5D, & 4L. PSG are on course for a record 10th Ligue 1 title. A victory over Marseille would see Les Parisiens take a huge step in that direction as it would leave the Paris-based side 15 points clear at the top of the table. A remarkable record against Marseille leaves Mauricio Pochettino with an imaginary bag filled with three points, knowing his side has only lost one of their last 11 home games against Marseille in Ligue 1. A defeat that dates back to September 2020. In addition, PSG are unbeaten in their last 18 games at home in Ligue 1 [17W & 1D]. Having hit the back of the net 11 times in the last two games, PSG are left with an average goal ratio of 2.26 GPG this season, after 70 goals scored in 31 Ligue 1 games. Les Parisiens also have the joint-second best defense in Ligue 1, shipping 29 goals all season, an average of 0.94 goals conceded per game. A 4—3—3 formation with the deadly trio of Mbappe, Neymar, and Messi is expected from Mauricio Pochettino for Sunday’s Le Classique against Marseille. Meanwhile, Leandro Paredes and Julian Draxler are ruled out, along with Sergio Ramos, who is rumored to be contemplating an exit from the Paris-based club.
The Ligue 1 clash, Clermont Foot 63 vs. Paris Saint-Germain kicks off at 20:00 (GMT+1) on Saturday, April 9, at the Stade Gabriel Montpied.
PSG are coming off the back of a comfortable 5-1 win over FC Lorient at Parc des Princes. Le Parisiens are at the top of the table with 68 points, 12 points clear of second-placed Marseille [56 points] after 21W, 5D, and 4L. Looking to pick up back-to-back victories, WLWLW, PSG appear to be on course for their record 10th Ligue 1 title, despite recent unimpressive episodes. The last known promoted side to beat PSG while sitting at the top of the Ligue 1 table was Lorient, back in January 2021. Furthermore, PSG remains the only side still unbeaten against teams currently in the bottom half of the table in the league in this campaign [15G: 14W, 1D, & 0L]. Mauricio Pochettino saw his candidacy for the permanent managerial role at Manchester United take a dive following PSG’s dramatic exit from the UEFA Champions League. With Erik ten Hag closing in on the role with the Red Devils, Pochettino's future remains uncertain, with Zidane tipped to replace him in the summer. On Saturday, the 50-year-old could line up the same 4—4—2 with Mbappe and Messi in attack against Clermont as he did against Lorient. Several players are expected to rejoin the squad after being sidelined, with the exception of Leandro Paredes (groin injury) and Julian Draxler (knee injury).
Le Parisiens are back in the League of Talents, against the Dark Orange and Black, looking to shrug off the embarrassing defeat to Monaco on Ligue 1 Matchday 29. Paris Saint-Germain vs. FC Lorient kicks off at 19:45 (GMT+1) on Sunday, April 3, at Parc des Princes.
PSG were swept aside in the 3-0 defeat to AS Monaco at the Stade Louis II just before the international break. A remarkable opener from Wissam Ben Yedder (25'), in the shape of a side-footed flick-on, had put Monaco in front midway through the first half. Minutes into the second-half, PSG found themselves with a two-goal deficit after Kevin Volland (68') struck. Moments later, Gianluigi Donnarumma was unable to deny Ben Yedder (84' P.) from the penalty spot despite having a hand on the ball. The embarrassing loss was the third in five games for PSG, leaving Le Parisiens with only six points from a possible fifteen, LWLWL. However, PSG remains at the top of the table, 12 points ahead of their closest rivals, Marseille [53 points], while having 65 points from 20W, 5D, and 4L. PSG have won 13 of their 14 home Ligue 1 games this season (13W, D1, 0L) – the most in Europe's big five leagues – and will look to add to that tally on Sunday. In addition, the Paris-based club are one of three teams to remain unbeaten at home in Europe’s Big Five this season, along with the Premier League side, Liverpool, and the Spanish outfit, Sevilla. PSG were without Messi in the 3-0 thrashing at the hands of Monaco, but he is expected to rejoin the squad following international duty with Argentina against Ecuador [1-1]. A 4—3—3 formation with Messi, Di Maria, and Mbappe is expected for this clash against FC Lorient. Meanwhile, Sergio Ramos (calf injury) could be an option on the bench for the weekend’s clash, while Juan Bernat and Ander Herrera are both ruled out.
AS Monaco vs. Paris Saint-Germain F.C. kicks off at 13:00 (GMT+1) on Sunday, March 20, at the Stade Louis II.
PSG are looking to pick up back-to-back league victories (WLWLW), having swept Bordeaux aside in a 3-0 win last weekend. Goals from Mbappe (24'), Neymar (52'), and Paredes (61') paved the way for the three-goal haul as boos rang out each time the likes of Neymar and Messi touched the ball. The duo incurred the wrath of the PSG fanbase, who accused them of playing well below expectations following the club’s recent exit from the UEFA Champions League. Meanwhile, PSG remains at the top of the table with 65 points, 15 points clear of second-placed Marseille [50 points] after 20W, 5D, & 3L. Mauricio Pochettino, whose candidacy for the permanent managerial role at Manchester United suffered a huge blow following PSG’s UCL exit, would like to see his side pick up three points on Sunday. The Paris-based club has won just three [3W, 4D, & 3L] in ten away Ligue 1 games, losing their most recent two for the very first time in a single season since they last did so in April 2019. Les Parisiens could line up the 4—3—3 against Monaco, having Mbappe, Neymar, and Messi in attack once again. Angel Di Maria (hamstring) and Sergio Ramos (calf injury) are both in doubt for the weekend’s game.
After crashing out of the UEFA Champions League following a dramatic defeat to the Whites, Les Parisiens are back in the League of Talents looking to put Wednesday’s disappointing episode behind them. Paris Saint-Germain FC vs. FC Girondins de Bordeaux kicks off at 13:00 (GMT+1) on Sunday, March 13, at the Parc des Princes.
Despite a one-goal lead from the reverse fixture, PSG were sent packing out of the UEFA Champions League after a 3-2 aggregate defeat to Real Madrid on Wednesday night. Kylian Mbappe had struck in the 39th minute, leaving PSG with a foot in the quarter-finals, until an error from Gianluigi Donnarumma left Karim Benzema (61’) with the leveler. Les Parisiens tried to protect the narrow one-goal advantage from the first-leg, but collapsed completely in defense, leaving Karim Benzema (76’ & 78’) with the opportunity for a hat-trick, and the Paris-based club the luxury of using the exit after the 3-1 loss. "We had the better of the 180 minutes, but Real Madrid had nothing to lose at 1-1 and threw everything at us." Mauricio Pochettino said after the bitter defeat that was reported - according to Movistar's Monica Marchante - to have sent Nasser Al-Khelaifi into a flying rage at the Estadio Santiago Bernabeu. Back on French soil, PSG are also looking to bounce back to winning ways (WWLWL) having picked up a 1-0 defeat to OGC Nice at the Allianz Riviera last weekend. However, a 13-point gap remains between Le Parisiens and second-placed Nice [49 points]. PSG has 62 points from 19W, 5D, & 3L, and a victory on Sunday would see them take a step closer to another Ligue 1 title. Talk of an exit for Mauricio Pochettino has been widespread but has now intensified following the double whammy on two fronts. "Pochettino is still part of the project for this season." PSG’s director of football, Leonardo, told RMC Sport after Wednesday's exit from the UEFA Champions League, sending a clear signal that a new face will be at the helm next season. Radical changes may be seen in Pochettino's 4—3—3 formation against Bordeaux, with Mbappe returning to the starting line-up in attack. Meanwhile, Marco Verratti is suspended for this game.
Looking to erase a one-goal deficit picked up in the first-leg, Los Blancos are back on European soil, seeking gains for a place in the last eight at the expense of Les Parisiens. The reverse fixture of the UEFA Champions League round-of-16 clash between Real Madrid CF and Paris Saint-Germain kicks off at 21:00 (GMT+1) on Wednesday, March 9 at the Santiago Bernabéu.
The runaway Ligue 1 leaders, PSG, remain 13 points clear at the top of the table, despite a shock 1-0 defeat to OGC Nice at the weekend. A remarkable half-volley from Andy Delort (88') left Le Parisiens with their second defeat in five games across all competitions, WWLWL. Pochettino would like to see his team defend a one-goal lead on Wednesday as they look to secure a spot in the UEFA Champions League quarter-finals. Historically, despite winning the first leg, the nine-time French champions have been eliminated in three of eight previous UCL episodes, and an aggregate defeat here would tie them with the likes of Barcelona [4]. PSG were without the suspended Kylian Mbappe for the weekend, but the 23-year-old will return to the starting line-up in Pochettino’s 4—3—3 formation, alongside Neymar and Messi, for this clash against Real Madrid. Gianluigi Donnarumma will replace Kaylor Navas in goal for Wednesday's game, while the ex-Madrid captain, Sergio Ramos, remains doubtful with a niggling calf injury.
After cruising into the French Cup final following a comfortable victory over Versailles, Les Aiglons are back in the League of Talents to take on Le Parisiens looking to move into second place. The Ligue 1 fixture, OGC Nice vs. Paris Saint-Germain, kicks off at 21:00 (GMT+1) on Saturday, March 5, at the Allianz Riviera.
PSG completed the comeback with a 3-1 win over AS Saint-Étienne last weekend on home soil. Having gone down by a goal from Saint-Étienne's Denis Bouanga (16’) inside the first twenty minutes, PSG found their way back into the game after Mbappe (42’) struck for the leveler. Two minutes after the break, Mbappe (47’) completed the brace to leave Les Parisiens in the lead. Moments before the hour mark, Danilo Pereira (52’), who was responsible for the error in PSG’s goal, found the back of the net to wrap up all three points for the league leaders. Sitting at the top of the table, PSG, with 62 points from 19W, 5D, and 2L, are 15 points clear of their closest rivals, Marseille [47 points]. The Paris-based club have lost only one of their last five Ligue 1 fixtures, WWWLW, and are looking to pick up back-to-back victories at the end of the weekend. Mauricio Pochettino will be without Kylian Mbappe, who is suspended for this one, leaving Mauro Icardi gunning for a rare start. A 4—3—3 formation with Di Maria, Neymar, and Icardi in attack is expected. Meanwhile, Sergio Ramos remains doubtful for this clash against the Eaglets.