Paris Saint-Germain gears up for a pivotal Ligue 1 matchup against Olympique Lyon, set to take place at the Parc des Princes.
With PSG aiming to secure another victory and extend their lead at the top of the league, this encounter promises to be highly competitive.
Currently, PSG sits four points ahead of second-place Olympique de Marseille, who dropped points with a draw in matchday 15. A win here would further solidify PSG’s dominance.
Predicted starting XI
Here is the lineup Luis Enrique is expected to field for this important fixture:
- Goalkeeper: Arnau Tenas
- Defenders: Lucas Beraldo, Lucas Hernández, William Pacho, Achraf Hakimi
- Midfielders: Vitinha, Warren Zaire-Emery, Fabian Ruiz
- Forwards: Ousmane Dembélé, Gonçalo Ramos, Désiré Doué
This lineup reflects a balance of quality and potential rotations compared to the team that faced Salzburg in the UEFA Champions League on December 10.
A formidable challenge
The match against Olympique Lyon is anticipated to be fiercely contested, as the visitors, currently 6th in the Ligue 1 standings, are pushing for European qualification.
Lyon has been in excellent form, unbeaten since October 24 in all competitions, including strong performances in the Europa League.
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While the historical record slightly favors PSG, Lyon’s recent resurgence adds a layer of unpredictability to this clash.
For PSG, it’s not just about maintaining their position at the top but also continuing their momentum in what has been a tightly contested Ligue 1 season.
With both teams in solid form and high stakes on the line, fans can expect a thrilling encounter between two of France’s most competitive sides.
