PSG is playing big against Manchester City in the Champions League. Between two struggling giants, who will come out on top and maintain their chances of qualifying for the rest of the competition? Deciphering an expected shock…
It’s a crucial meeting that awaits Paris Saint-Germain this Wednesday evening. Stuck in 25th place in its Champions League group after six days, the capital club no longer has the right to make mistakes against Manchester City. Only a victory would allow the Parisians to still believe in their chances of qualifying for the play-offs.
A PSG with its back to the wall
Despite encouraging results in the league in recent weeks, PSG is struggling to convince on the European scene. With just one point on the clock, Christophe Galtier’s men find themselves virtually eliminated. Against them, Manchester City is not much better off. The Skyblues, 22nd in the standings, have only one point more than their evening opponent.
“It’s a decisive match for the rest of our European journey. We know that we no longer have a choice, we will have to give everything to win. »
– Marquinhos, captain of PSG
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Executives expected
In this tense context, PSG hopes to be able to count on its stars. If Kylian Mbappé seems to have regained color after a mixed start to the season, Lionel Messi and Neymar are still looking for their best level. Against City, their talent could make the difference, provided they have a big night.
Manchester City in search of redemption
For his part, the reigning English champion approaches this meeting with the ambition of relaunching himself. After a failed start to the European campaign, Pep Guardiola’s men seem to have regained momentum in the Premier League, like their 6-0 card against Ipswich last Sunday. Enough to arrive at the Parc des Princes with high morale.
The keys to the match
Beyond individualities, it is undoubtedly state of mind and collective cohesion who will make the difference in this summit clash. PSG will notably have to demonstrate more mastery in the use of the ball, an area where they have often been found wanting this season in the Champions League. On the City side, we will scrutinize the team’s ability to play the game and create clear opportunities, facing a seemingly grouped Parisian block.
- Ball control
- Offensive efficiency
- Defensive solidity
On paper, the two teams have the weapons to win. But in this duel of wounded giants, it is undoubtedly the most mentally strong team who will come out on top. Response Wednesday evening at the Parc des Princes, for a match to follow live and in full on Canal+ from 9 p.m.
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