Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) will face Strasbourg in round eight of the French Ligue 1 at the Parc des Princes this Friday. The match comes after an international break and marks a critical point for both teams as they seek to maintain strong starts to the season.
Paris Saint-Germain enters this game reeling from a 1-1 draw against LOSC Lille, a result that left them wanting more after securing a 2-1 win over Barcelona in their UEFA Champions League opener earlier in October. Despite the setback, PSG has had an impressive run in Ligue 1, achieving five wins, one draw, and one loss in their first seven matches, which positions them at the top of the league standings with 16 points.
Conversely, Strasbourg is riding high after a commanding 5-0 victory over Angers in their last match. Under the guidance of manager Liam Rosenior, the team has shown resilience, winning four of their last five matches in all competitions, including a 2-1 victory against Slovan Bratislava in the UEFA Conference League. Currently, Strasbourg sits third in the league with 15 points, tied with Olympique Marseille in second place.
Historically, PSG has dominated the head-to-head encounters with Strasbourg, winning 20 out of the last 30 meetings. They have also enjoyed a significant home advantage, with six consecutive victories against the Strasbourg side at the Parc des Princes. Notably, PSG has remained unbeaten in their last 18 home league games against Strasbourg since January 1998.
On the other hand, Strasbourg’s away performance has been commendable, remaining unbeaten in seven of their last nine Ligue 1 away matches since February, recording six wins and a draw.
Looking ahead to the upcoming match, predictions lean towards PSG continuing their winning form at home despite Strasbourg’s recent strong performances. Fans can expect an engaging match, with the potential for multiple goals, as both teams have shown offensive prowess this season.
Predicted match outcome: Paris Saint-Germain 3-1 Strasbourg. The encounter promises to be an exciting one as both sides exhibit the ambition and talent necessary for a thrilling contest.