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PSG predicted starting XI vs Manchester City – Champions League

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PSG have their eyes set on their upcoming crucial clash against Manchester City in the UEFA Champions League.

Following Bernardo Silva’s recent comments praising the Parisian club, expectations are sky-high, anticipating it to be one of the best matches of 2025 and this season’s European competition.

With PSG at a key moment in the transfer window, their focus is firmly on this duel, considered vital to their aspirations in the competition.


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PSG predicted starting XI to seek glory for Luis Enrique in the Champions League

Luis Enrique’s side could field a star-studded starting XI against Manchester City on January 22 at the Parc des Princes, in search of a Champions League victory.

Goalkeeper:

  • Gianluigi Donnarumma

Defenders:

  • Achraf Hakimi
  • Marquinhos
  • William Pacho
  • Nuno Mendes

Midfielders:

  • Joao Neves
  • Vitinha
  • Fabian Ruiz

Forwards:

  • Bradley Barcola
  • Goncalo Ramos
  • Ousmane Dembele

This team, loaded with talent, will form with the usual 4-3-3 formation, where the Parisians have the mission of getting a victory that brings them closer to qualifying for the next phase of the tournament.


The urgency of victory for both teams in the Champions League

Currently, PSG occupies position number 25 in the table, being out of the next round, which generates concern among fans and within the team itself.

PSG’s ambition is not to stay in the group stage, but to advance as far as possible, with the ultimate goal of winning this tournament. In their previous matches shown by SofaScore, PSG have lined up very important players.

However, the physical condition of some players could be an obstacle, generating doubts about their 100% availability for this match.

Manchester City are also under pressure to secure all three points as they find themselves in positions that leave them close to elimination.

With two games remaining, emotions are running high with several teams fighting to secure a place in the next round of the UEFA Champions League.

This clash promises to be a tactical battle between two of the world’s best managers, Luis Enrique and Pep Guardiola, who will be looking to lead their teams to success in this competition.