French Soccer League Predictions and Discussion Thread (Ligue 1)

[Slow death]

I'm very curious to see Messi's first debut for PSG today. Do you think it's time for the coach to put Messi in and pair those 3 world stickers today? If he comes on in the second half, hopefully it will be a great debut for him with a goal or an assist.

why the hell didn't the coach put Messi right at the start of the game? just in the debut of one of the greatest players, the coach does not put him at the beginning of the game and leaves him for the second  half (if he really plays today), I think it was not so good, Messi was hardly sitting on the bench in barcelona and it seems to me that on PSG everything will change for him, well he chose that.

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[LGD2Business]

I'm very curious to see Messi's first debut for PSG today. Do you think it's time for the coach to put Messi in and pair those 3 world stickers today? If he comes on in the second half, hopefully it will be a great debut for him with a goal or an assist.

Reims scored but VAR cancelled it, it was offside. It could be 1-1 but now it's 2-0, PSG scored second goal. I'm waiting for Messi's debut as well, I wonder when will Pochettino give chance to him. I'm sure everybody wait for it. Score is already 2-0, bring him in you don't lose anything. The main problem is who will be out? Mbappe, Di Maria and Neymar play in attacking third, I guess it's hard to touch any of them. Since Mbappe is on the hat-trick verge, Neymar is another untouchable. It's either Di Maria or somebody from midfield. Come on Pochettino, let's see Messi!

[Turbolinea]

By Mbappe's two goals so far, PSG are 2-0 ahead against Reims. And a few minutes ago, Messi finally entered his first official match at PSG. Neymar was replaced by him. As Di Maria made an assist, I guess the coach didn't prefer to replace him. Maybe he won't be able to do much in a short time. But I expect to see Messi in the starting eleven from now on.

[Harkorede]

Come on Pochettino, let's see Messi!

And on he comes! Lionel Messi finally making is debut for PSG, it still pretty much feels like a dream though, but we've all gotta move on  

It's probably an already settled game, with PSG ahead by two goals, but I'll seeing out the rest of the game two catch a glimpse of Messi's debut performance.

EDIT: It's game over, there wasn't too much to see but I'm sure there is much more to look forward in the upcoming fixtures.

[suzanne5223]

Mbappe is the man of the moment and despite Messi play his first game for PSG I don't see his present affecting Mbappe playing today so if the transfer deal of Messi to PSG was the main reason Mbappe wants to move to Real Madrid as some rumor said then Mbappe is making a big mistake.
In the meantime, wonderful performance by the PSG 68% football possession with 88% accuracy passes.

[kayiboyu]

I really appreciate Pochettino that he finally preferred Messi in a league match. I know that he was lacking fitness but we left many games behind so far. Even if he didn't play for a very long time, this is a good start. It felt different to see him wearing a different shirt rather than Barcelona's. I can't wait to see him in the Champions League also. By the way, Mbappe was the man of the match as he scored 2 goals.

[LGD2Business]

Come on Pochettino, let's see Messi!

And on he comes! Lionel Messi finally making is debut for PSG, it still pretty much feels like a dream though, but we've all gotta move on 

It's probably an already settled game, with PSG ahead by two goals, but I'll seeing out the rest of the game two catch a glimpse of Messi's debut performance.

EDIT: It's game over, there wasn't too much to see but I'm sure there is much more to look forward in the upcoming fixtures.

It was a short time and Messi couldn't play much with ball but still it's nice to see him in the pitch. I hope next games he will play in starting eleven so we can watch more of him. Reims had at least two defenders to hold him, I think a lot of teams will do that strategy. That would bring Mbappe and others more positions because they can't hold Messi and other attackers all the time. PSG is a big threat when Messi is in the game, they showed it today. There is no team in France to stop this PSG.

[W Jr.]

Lionel Messi entered the game for the first time with the Paris SG jersey in the match where Paris SG beat Reims 2-0. It was curious that Messi, who replaced Neymar, would play the first match. Paris SG got 4 wins in 4 matches. The win over Reims brought Kylian Mbappe's goals.

[Cafex]

Lionel Messi entered the game for the first time with the Paris SG jersey in the match where Paris SG beat Reims 2-0. It was curious that Messi, who replaced Neymar, would play the first match. Paris SG got 4 wins in 4 matches. The win over Reims brought Kylian Mbappe's goals.

It was really good to see Messi starting to play finally. He played for around 35 minutes but I didn't expect much from him as he needs to adapt to the team first. After some games, I hope to see the usual Messi at PSG. However, PSG's game plan is not the same as Barcelona's. So, I don't know how long it could take him to adapt.

[W Jr.]

Lionel Messi entered the game for the first time with the Paris SG jersey in the match where Paris SG beat Reims 2-0. It was curious that Messi, who replaced Neymar, would play the first match. Paris SG got 4 wins in 4 matches. The win over Reims brought Kylian Mbappe's goals.

It was really good to see Messi starting to play finally. He played for around 35 minutes but I didn't expect much from him as he needs to adapt to the team first. After some games, I hope to see the usual Messi at PSG. However, PSG's game plan is not the same as Barcelona's. So, I don't know how long it could take him to adapt.

It was a moment followed with interest not only for Paris SG but also for the whole world. Messi is one of the two best living players who lived with Barcelona, ​​became famous, won the Ballon D'or awards. -I think Cristiano and Messi are the two best people.- I have no doubt that he will be as effective as Barcelona in the matches he played with the Paris SG jersey. I still have some questions in mind. Will the difference between the French league and the Spanish league be reflected in Messi's game? Will we be able to see the wonders of the Spanish league in the French league as well? I look forward to the day when he will play among the starting 11 players.

[Slow death]

It was curious that Messi, who replaced Neymar, would play the first match.

when I was watching this game I clearly noticed that neymar didn't like to be replaced by messi, neymar's surprised face was visible, besides, i didn't understand why to take neymar, but anyway, coach knows what he's doing.

Paris SG got 4 wins in 4 matches.

they may have this winning streak, but they have conceded 5 goals in 4 games and at least in today's game they won't concede goals, their biggest problem is in defense, they concede goals in most of the games they play.

[DIA7]

Donnarumma went to Paris to grow and get better but the problem he is still on the bench until this moment, and it seems that he has not been watered as it should, so we have not seen his growth yet.
There is no gloating about you, my boy, because you deserve to get the best ,But the garden you went to grow in.. It is never planted in it. Rather, roses are bought prepared and ready.
There are many examples before him. He could have written your name among the club's legends and he might be a prominent name in Milan's return to the fore but his thinking is very clever, so moved to a team that have not guaranteed until now only a square meter in a bench next to the seam line.

[ingiltere]

Donnarumma went to Paris to grow and get better but the problem he is still on the bench until this moment, and it seems that he has not been watered as it should, so we have not seen his growth yet.

I don't know why he picked PSG when he can't even take the shirt from Navas, maybe a loan move would be better for his development but transfer window is almost closing down. We will see if he can takeover but so far Pochettino is pleased with Navas.
On the other hand Messi already did his debut, not a fancy one but he showed who's the boss. Every player try to pass him in PSG, unfortunately he couldn't find a good position in his limited time. I expect a good performance from him after international break. This break is good for his adaptation to his new team, you can see from his face he doesn't believe he is under shirt of another team other than Barcelona. Give him some time and he will show why he is the number one of all time.

[swogerino]

Ligue 1 now is becoming a good league in terms of quality players that Paris have and everyone want to watch the game when Paris is playing,it doesn't matter against who.On the other hand it is losing interest as all the other teams there now cannot compete against Paris with the coming of Messi here.This team is like a dream team.For the Ligue 1 there is no discussion as who is going to win it,all eyes are now on Paris if they can win the Champions league with all those stars players they have.

[Newlifebtc]

Ligue 1 now is becoming a good league in terms of quality players that Paris have and everyone want to watch the game when Paris is playing,it doesn't matter against who.On the other hand it is losing interest as all the other teams there now cannot compete against Paris with the coming of Messi here.This team is like a dream team.For the Ligue 1 there is no discussion as who is going to win it,all eyes are now on Paris if they can win the Champions league with all those stars players they have.

Well said about who's gonna win the league, it's quite obvious.
With the quality of players and depth they have, in my own perspective, I feel the Champions League is there main aim for this season.
The opposing team showered much love on Lionel Messi yesterday, I got goosebumps all over my body seeing that.

[OcTradism]

Ligue 1 now is becoming a good league in terms of quality players that Paris have and everyone want to watch the game when Paris is playing,it doesn't matter against who.

You are discussing about a league, not a team so only PSG is not enough to help Lique 1 is good league. Ligue 1 has lower quality on average than Bundesliga. I know PSG dominates Ligue 1 and Bayern dominates Bundesliga but there are more competitive teams in Bundesliga than in Ligue 1.

I don't know why he picked PSG when he can't even take the shirt from Navas, maybe a loan move would be better for his development but transfer window is almost closing down. We will see if he can takeover but so far Pochettino is pleased with Navas.

Donnarumma will beat Navas and take the first goalkeeper position from Navas. That time will come because now Navas is the main goalkeeper because he has more experience than Donnarumma. I don't think in comparison about talent and goal-saving skills, Donnarumma is worse than Navas.

On the other hand Messi already did his debut, not a fancy one but he showed who's the boss. Every player try to pass him in PSG, unfortunately he couldn't find a good position in his limited time. I expect a good performance from him after international break. This break is good for his adaptation to his new team, you can see from his face he doesn't believe he is under shirt of another team other than Barcelona. Give him some time and he will show why he is the number one of all time.

Mbappe still played for PSG in that match so will he finally stay in PSG? Will PSG accept the risk that they will lose Mbappe in a free transfer next summer? Or will Mbappe change his mind and renew his contract there?

[acquafredda]

I imagine PSG will win something like 2-0 or 3-1.

And what do you think I chose between the two end results?
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Of course 3-1! 
You all know by now that PSG won 2-0 and I should have followed my guts as that was my first idea!
That is a pity, I could have started my betting experience this year with a great win but that is okay, I will try again.
Great to see Kylian so focused even taking into account the huge market rumors on his side: a truly great player.

[KTChampions]

And what do you think I chose between the two end results?
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Of course 3-1! 
You all know by now that PSG won 2-0 and I should have followed my guts as that was my first idea!
That is a pity, I could have started my betting experience this year with a great win but that is okay, I will try again.
Great to see Kylian so focused even taking into account the huge market rumors on his side: a truly great player.

When you are betting on the exact score, it is better to select several results - this way you will receive less profit, but more often.
As for Mbappe, now he is in a relaxed state and plays for his own pleasure, the main things are not being decided on the playing field now, and during the game he can just be distracted from everything.

[onecall123]

Ligue 1 now is becoming a good league in terms of quality players that Paris have and everyone want to watch the game when Paris is playing,it doesn't matter against who.On the other hand it is losing interest as all the other teams there now cannot compete against Paris with the coming of Messi here.This team is like a dream team.For the Ligue 1 there is no discussion as who is going to win it,all eyes are now on Paris if they can win the Champions league with all those stars players they have.

Match between REIMS and PSG attracted over 10.5 Million TV viewers, becoming the most watched Ligue1 match in French TV history. The Leo Messi effect and his grant appearance might change the normal scenario of Ligue 1. Individuals can be bigger than institutions. He is a legend who is already breaking records at his normal age. Any trophy can be conquered by this dream team.

[nelson4lov]

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Match between REIMS and PSG attracted over 10.5 Million TV viewers, becoming the most watched Ligue1 match in French TV history. The Leo Messi effect and his grant appearance might change the normal scenario of Ligue 1. Individuals can be bigger than institutions. He is a legend who is already breaking records at his normal age. Any trophy can be conquered by this dream team.

High viewership will be around for the first few matches. Those numbers will most likely dwindle with time but it would maintain a relatively high figures that would be more sustainable. The messi effect was an expected one. I could remember how juventus tv views went haywire in the first couple of months. Same will play out here which is a good thing for ligue 1 considered they recently dropped to 6th places on top football leagues.