Paris Saint-Germain vs Real Madrid
Champions League, Europe
Date: Wednesday, 18th September 2019
Kick off at: 20.00 UK Time
Venue: Parc des Princes, Paris, France
France giant, Paris Saint-Germain will be opening their Champions League campaign in a tough fashion. Thomas Tuchel’s side are set to host Spanish outfit, Real Madrid on Wednesday at Parc des Princes stadium.
Paris Saint-Germain vs Real Madrid Possible Lineups
Here are the possible lineups for both teams as they gear up for their upcoming Champions League battle. Let’s take a look at the potential lineups and formation that they could be preparing to help them get all three points.
Paris Saint-Germain
Expected Formation: 4-3-3
Probable Lineups: Navas(g); Meunier, Marquinhos, Thiago Silva, Kimpembe(def);Verratti, Gueye, Di Maria(mid);Sarabia, Icardi, Choupo-Moting(att)
Real Madrid
Expected Formation: 4-3-3
Probable Lineups: Courtouis(g);Carvajal, Varane, Eder Militao, Mendy(def);Casemiro, Kroos, J. Rodriguez(mid);Bale, Benzema, Hazard(att)
Recent Form
Before going into this midweek Champions League battle both teams have been involved in other matches. Let’s check out the latest results that they have been getting to have more information about their current form.
Paris Saint-Germain
Recent form in all competition (last five matches):WLWWW
PSG surprisingly didn’t have a perfect start into their Ligue 1 season so far picking up four wins and one defeat. Tuchel’s side last match was far from convincing though as they needed a late goal to beat Strasbourg at home.
Nevertheless, playing against a more offensive side, the French side will hope to find more space. Naturally, Tuchel is hoping that they can create more opportunities and grab all three points against Madrid.
Real Madrid
Recent form in all competition (last five matches) : LWDDW
Madrid’s start to their La Liga season have also been nothing more than decent with two wins and two draws. However, they did won their latest league game, defeating Levante 3-2 at Santiago Bernebau.
That positive result could provide Los Blancos with enough confidence ahead of their midweek clash against PSG. Playing away from home won’t be easy, but Zinedine Zidane is hoping he still has that mojo in Europe.
Team News
Paris Saint-Germain
Tuchel’s side are currently troubled with injury problems and suspension ahead of their big match tie. The Ligue 1 outfit will be missing important names such as Kylian Mbappe, Edinson Cavani, Julian Draxler all due to injury issues.
Not only that, PSG won’t be able to play Neymar as the Brazilian is still suspended for Wednesday. Those absentees up front could trigger Tuchel to start Mauro Icardi up front.
Real Madrid
Zidane is also struggling with unavailable players with Isco, Asensio, Modric and Marcelo are out. Meanwhile, Sergio Ramos along with Nancho won’t be picked either due to their suspension.
However, Madrid fans might be able to see Eden Hazard playing from the start this midweek. The Belgium star will complete Los Blancos trio up front with Benzema and Bale.
Head to Head Records:
In their last five meetings, Madrid are more dominant than their rival as Los Blancos grabbing three wins, one draw and one defeat
Both teams most recent matchup happened in Champions League knock out round back on March 7, 2018 which Zidane’s side won 2-1.
Match Prediction
Having many star players out might make PSG playing slightly cautious, thouth they will still push for victory. Tuchel is hoping that their home advantage can really help his players putting on a solid display on Wednesday.
Madrid themselves are looking to finally discover that consistency which can help them improve more. This big match tie could go either way as both teams have their injury issues and unconvincing performances so far.
Final Score: 1-1
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