French Soccer League Predictions and Discussion Thread (Ligue 1)

[Swordsoffreedom]

PSG are going to play a really tough match against Rennes away. Because PSG can't win against them away for 3 years. In this season, Rennes haven't started very good but they collected nearly all of their points in their home matches. I know also that PSG have an eight-win streak now. And they defeated Manchester City also. Both teams should be ready for a competitive match. I think both teams will score.

PSG are now in such a winning continuum, it is not easy for Rennes to defeat them. This season's PSG team is stronger, more stable than the previous season's PSG team. Moreover, in the previous match, they have been winning against a strong team like Manchester City. Messi is back in form, he has scored. If Pocchetinno also forms this squad against Rennes then I can say without a doubt that PSG will definitely win this match.

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[rmhuntley]

PSG are going to play a really tough match against Rennes away. Because PSG can't win against them away for 3 years. In this season, Rennes haven't started very good but they collected nearly all of their points in their home matches. I know also that PSG have an eight-win streak now. And they defeated Manchester City also. Both teams should be ready for a competitive match. I think both teams will score.

PSG are now in such a winning continuum, it is not easy for Rennes to defeat them. This season's PSG team is stronger, more stable than the previous season's PSG team. Moreover, in the previous match, they have been winning against a strong team like Manchester City. Messi is back in form, he has scored. If Pocchetinno also forms this squad against Rennes then I can say without a doubt that PSG will definitely win this match.

PSG success defeat Manchester City last night and Messi make first goal but not guarantee they will keep continue best performance faced with Rennes, I think have possibility they can defeat by Rennes how ever almost on domestic league performance PSG not impressive and many time almost loss from other team, Rennes can give different result for PSG on the domestic league in this week.

[poldanmig]

PSG are going to play a really tough match against Rennes away. Because PSG can't win against them away for 3 years. In this season, Rennes haven't started very good but they collected nearly all of their points in their home matches. I know also that PSG have an eight-win streak now. And they defeated Manchester City also. Both teams should be ready for a competitive match. I think both teams will score.

Victory against manchester city in the champions league will certainly increase the confidence of PSG players to face rennes, PSG this season is not PSG last season, this season PSG has transformed into a club that contains the best players and now PSG have 8 won of 8 matches in the league and it shows if PSG have a squad that is quite capable in every position, I am a little doubtful if rennes will be able to beat PSG later, especially now that Rennes are not in good shape and they have only managed to win 2 matches so far from 8 matches.

[judas]

I examined the games of this weekend and decided that the most important and delightful one is Lille vs Marseille. There is only a 3-point gap between these teams now. Marseille started the season much better than Lille but they couldn't get any win for two weeks. They got a really unfortunate defeat against Lens home by 3-2 last week. Lille got very bad results on the first weeks. But for two weeks, they have been winning. Lille defeated Marseille here by 2-0 last season. Before that, Marseille beat them by 2-1. So, either team have a big probability to win. But in my opinion, each team will score and we might see it ending in a draw.

[jaberwock]

Messi scoring a goal for PSG was a big deal, but it was even bigger when he did that give and go with Mbappe. That is exactly how he likes to play and that is what Mbappe did on that possession as well. Normally PSG doesn't play too well for Messi's style, not that PSG is bad, they are probably one of the best teams in the world right now, maybe even the best, but the style is not exactly one with Messi.

In that short span it was exactly what Messi was trying to do and thank god Mbappe didn't just took it and tried to turn around and shoot, he would not only fail to score, but he would also piss off Messi even more as well. If they keep this up, I can see league+cup+ucl all together for them this season.

[LUCKMCFLY]

It was great to see the last champions Lille winning another match in the league this season. They beat Reims by 2-1 but I must say also that it was a quite balanced match. Burak Yilmaz didn't score but made 2 assists. And I think that he was the player of the match. I hope to see Lille getting better in the coming weeks also. This is not the form we want to see from them in the end.

After watching PSG's match against Metz yesterday, I was wondering how weak their forward lineup is, depending on a defender's two goals to win against their weaker Metz! Even then PSG scored their second goal in 90 + 5 minutes. Their luck is very good, otherwise they would not have won this match. Despite having so many good players on the team, I am not enjoying their gameplay at all. Now, I think they are an average quality team. They should be stronger.

90+5 Another Hard Day with a luck!
PSG keeps 100% Ligue 1 record through Achraf Hakimi's heroics, but yet another hard day for them. Although they have quality strikers, they constantly showcase their weaknesses on attacking. An experienced coach is needed for PSG. Pochetino cannot manage the team effectively. Playing like this against Mertz, what would happen if they met a stronger team? In the same manner as the previous season, the team continues to struggle this season, as they lack chemistry and their midfield players are not strong.

PSG has such a strong striker of quality, they should continue to attack the opponent for a full 90 minutes. At least 25+ shots and 10+ on target shots should be completed in each of their Ligue 1 matches. Because every part of their team is strong now. But they can't do anything. I am completely disappointed with the gameplay of the strikers in particular. Mbappe performed well in the first few matches but now he is not performing well. Neymar and Messi do not seem to be in form.

Well I know that they have not given the best of the games, sometimes when there is bad luck it can be reflected even in the best players, and if the team is not at 100% then you can lose even with the least thought team. Although in PSG there is a lot of quality in football, for now Messi also has a knee injury, and for this reason it was that they took him out of the game, and yes, Mbappé did not show much, and Neymar now has the shadow of the bad , in the QATAR qualifiers, he himself said that he had a good record, that he does not understand the teasing, I think that a lot of player problems can sometimes be reflected on the playing field.

The real big ordeal for PSG will be facing Manchester City in the near future, PSG so far have not shown their best performance even though they continue to get wins in Ligue 1 but it looks like it's just luck. Because even in the first UCL match yesterday, the fact that PSG only got a 1-1 draw against Club Brugge even though PSG played all their best players. I agree about the possibility that this problem lies with Pochettino who still can't build a better team, because when all the star players are in the squad at least it can be easy for Pochettino to develop some strategies in the game but the fact is PSG still need time to become the strongest team in Europe.

You are right, in fact when you have this type of team when they have such good players and being stars, a strategy must be established where everyone understands each other, I know that many talk about Mbappé, Neymar and Messi, but they also cannot forget their best throws, which is DiMaria, who has more than 84 assists, becoming one of the best in PSG.

Of course, the team can sometimes have its falls, it is normal, sometimes things do not go as desired, injuries are the main obstacle as in the case of Messi, but for me in my personal opinion the best in Europe or the best almost that of the World team is PSG, the French league is that springboard to show in the world, the Champions League is like that most precious trophy that everyone is looking for and that PSG is closer to obtaining it.

[Spack17]

Rennes are going to be a really tough competitor for PSG this weekend. But PSG have an incredibly good form now. Even Messi finally scored against Manchester City in the Champions League and the goal was really good. Rennes haven't done very good so far this season. But still they won't let PSG win the match very easily I think. But at the end of the game, PSG may manage to win it by one goal difference at least.

[snipie]

Messi scored finally his first goal today vs City and PSG won with 2 goals to 0
That's a nice result and a nice message to everyone doubting about the ability of this team to compete and win CL title!
https://youtu.be/Q9gMcatrJPI to watch the goal

Messi finally showed why he is one of the best of all time.Scoring against a team that is one of the favorites to win the CL title. Messi played overall really good in this match.Was expecting a lot more goals in this match and some big missed chances from City in this match.

I was waiting to see media to be happy with Messi's first goal but instead basically social media are talking about how they could dare letting Messi's stay in the ground in City's free kick. That's weird and confusing, he is a player after all, he wasn't tall and obeyed to coach's order without hesitation. I respect that from him.

[BuNga_cute]

One of the attracting teams recently are Lens. They are at the second position now in the league and they have a really good form recently. Last, they managed to defeat Marseille away by 3-2. This is a really huge result for them as Marseille were in a really good form then. It was not easy for Lens to be the winner in this match as Marseille made a comeback from 2-0 to 2-2. I'll keep following Lens closely in the coming games also and maybe I can even think of placing a bet on them for some matches.

With the quality of players who are mediocre to be able to rank 2 in Ligue 1 until week 8 is a tremendous achievement for Lens. I agree with you,
Lens is one of the most interesting teams to watch this season, their performances have been extraordinary. To beat Monaco, Lille and Marseille
was a surprise for me. I want to know if Lens can stay in the top 4 or not until the end of the season, if Lens can stay in the top 4 at least Lens
can play in the Europa League.

Lens performance against Marseille was impressive, they were able win the match after Said scored in 71 minutes. Although, this is Marseille first lost match, and they are currently one point below Lens on the standings. The last time Lens played in the Europe League was 2007/2008, I would love to see them play in the Europe League next season. If they keep up winning more matches, they can probably end this season in the top 4.

A very interesting match was Marseille vs Lens, because many goals were created in that match, so as a spectator, we will be very entertained.
Victory against Marseille is very important to make the morale of Lens players increase again, after previously losing against Strasbourg.
Now the Lens players are on fire, so I predict that against Reims it looks like Lens can win again. Because Reims has played so inconsistently
this season, it is very possible that Reims was defeated by Lens. Moreover, as you said it has been a long time since Lens has played in
the Europe League, so this is a motivation for Lens players to be able to play consistently, so that they can stay in the top 4 until the end of the season.
 

[hahay]

Rennes are going to be a really tough competitor for PSG this weekend. But PSG have an incredibly good form now. Even Messi finally scored against Manchester City in the Champions League and the goal was really good. Rennes haven't done very good so far this season. But still they won't let PSG win the match very easily I think. But at the end of the game, PSG may manage to win it by one goal difference at least.

Lol, how can you say Rennes are PSG's tough competitor for this weekend's game? Even you yourself are aware, that Rennes has not performed well so far and besides, according to the statistics of the eight matches played so far. Rennes was only able to win 2 lose and draw 3, the acquisition was very different from what PSG had achieved with 0 draws and defeats. Therefore, I really can't say that Rennes is a tough competitor for PSG but indeed, every team will not let their team lose easily and they will certainly try their best to keep getting points.

[savetheFORUM]

PSG are going to play a really tough match against Rennes away. Because PSG can't win against them away for 3 years. In this season, Rennes haven't started very good but they collected nearly all of their points in their home matches. I know also that PSG have an eight-win streak now. And they defeated Manchester City also. Both teams should be ready for a competitive match. I think both teams will score.

Victory against manchester city in the champions league will certainly increase the confidence of PSG players to face rennes, PSG this season is not PSG last season, this season PSG has transformed into a club that contains the best players and now PSG have 8 won of 8 matches in the league and it shows if PSG have a squad that is quite capable in every position, I am a little doubtful if rennes will be able to beat PSG later, especially now that Rennes are not in good shape and they have only managed to win 2 matches so far from 8 matches.

Winning against Manchester City is very big achievement for them because they were looking for break like this, and it's happen in good time they already very good team in Ligue but their Champions League ability is still waiting for better results from them after arrival of Messi many were thinking now can they break the shekels as they are looking for first title in Europe for long time hopefully now their confidence is very high, and they will use all their abilities for better results in this league.

Currently, in Ligue no team is going to challenge PSG even Rennes is also good but still not able to give good challenge at home as PSG attack is more lethal and use case for better results.

[BALIK]

Rennes are going to be a really tough competitor for PSG this weekend. But PSG have an incredibly good form now. Even Messi finally scored against Manchester City in the Champions League and the goal was really good. Rennes haven't done very good so far this season. But still they won't let PSG win the match very easily I think. But at the end of the game, PSG may manage to win it by one goal difference at least.

Lol, how can you say Rennes are PSG's tough competitor for this weekend's game? Even you yourself are aware, that Rennes has not performed well so far and besides, according to the statistics of the eight matches played so far. Rennes was only able to win 2 lose and draw 3, the acquisition was very different from what PSG had achieved with 0 draws and defeats. Therefore, I really can't say that Rennes is a tough competitor for PSG but indeed, every team will not let their team lose easily and they will certainly try their best to keep getting points.

Rennes is no match for PSG. Just have a look at PSG's squad. An in-form Messi, Mbappe, Neymar is the deadliest attacking trio in the world right now. They also have a pretty decent defense with Marquinhos and Kimpembe. Nuno has also been playing well lately. And verrati is the heart of their midfield. I'm not expecting a fully one sided match but PSG should be able to win this match.

[jakdanyel]

One of the attracting teams recently are Lens. They are at the second position now in the league and they have a really good form recently. Last, they managed to defeat Marseille away by 3-2. This is a really huge result for them as Marseille were in a really good form then. It was not easy for Lens to be the winner in this match as Marseille made a comeback from 2-0 to 2-2. I'll keep following Lens closely in the coming games also and maybe I can even think of placing a bet on them for some matches.

With the quality of players who are mediocre to be able to rank 2 in Ligue 1 until week 8 is a tremendous achievement for Lens. I agree with you,
Lens is one of the most interesting teams to watch this season, their performances have been extraordinary. To beat Monaco, Lille and Marseille
was a surprise for me. I want to know if Lens can stay in the top 4 or not until the end of the season, if Lens can stay in the top 4 at least Lens
can play in the Europa League.

Lens' probability of ending in top 4 will be depending on the performances of the teams which are Lille, Monaco and Lyon. If these big teams keep up a good form and capture the top places again, Lens might have a low chance to qualify for the Europe League by ending at the 4th place. Even the 5th place would be at risk for them as Marseille and Nice are also very good this season.

[slaman29]

Messi scoring a goal for PSG was a big deal, but it was even bigger when he did that give and go with Mbappe. That is exactly how he likes to play and that is what Mbappe did on that possession as well. Normally PSG doesn't play too well for Messi's style, not that PSG is bad, they are probably one of the best teams in the world right now, maybe even the best, but the style is not exactly one with Messi.

In that short span it was exactly what Messi was trying to do and thank god Mbappe didn't just took it and tried to turn around and shoot, he would not only fail to score, but he would also piss off Messi even more as well. If they keep this up, I can see league+cup+ucl all together for them this season.

Actually, the biggest moment for me is Messi lying down and being the cannon fodder for that new style of freekick defence.

Which of course makes sense because he is not as tall as the others and not useful in the wall.

But can you ever imagine a world footballer and ballon d'or winner being chosen to lie down? And even more, imagine him to agree?

Ronaldo would never agree

[hd49728]

Winning against Manchester City is very big achievement for them because they were looking for break like this, and it's happen in good time they already very good team in Ligue but their Champions League ability is still waiting for better results from them after arrival of Messi many were thinking now can they break the shekels as they are looking for first title in Europe for long time hopefully now their confidence is very high, and they will use all their abilities for better results in this league.

PSG have enough players at top notch level to beat any giant club in Europe and I feel very happy that Messi had his first goal for PSG and PSG beat Manchester City.

I think one match does not mean PSG will win Champions League or they will be able to beat any club. Champions League is very difficult to win and being strong is not enough but club needs to have lucky to win it.

Currently, in Ligue no team is going to challenge PSG even Rennes is also good but still not able to give good challenge at home as PSG attack is more lethal and use case for better results.

In Ligue 1, only if PSG lost their players from injuries or their club get internal problems, even with their secondary squad, they can win Ligue 1. Many players on the bench of PSG are players that can be in main squads in other clubs.

[DU18]

Rennes is no match for PSG. Just have a look at PSG's squad. An in-form Messi, Mbappe, Neymar is the deadliest attacking trio in the world right now. They also have a pretty decent defense with Marquinhos and Kimpembe. Nuno has also been playing well lately. And verrati is the heart of their midfield. I'm not expecting a fully one sided match but PSG should be able to win this match.

With the current PSG squad, I don't think rennes is a team that PSG need to be afraid of right now, especially now that rennes is only able to win two wins in 8 matches this season and it's different with PSG who are unbeaten and they haven't even got a draw at this time in league, So I think it will be a 9 win streak for PSG this season .

[BALIK]

Rennes is no match for PSG. Just have a look at PSG's squad. An in-form Messi, Mbappe, Neymar is the deadliest attacking trio in the world right now. They also have a pretty decent defense with Marquinhos and Kimpembe. Nuno has also been playing well lately. And verrati is the heart of their midfield. I'm not expecting a fully one sided match but PSG should be able to win this match.

With the current PSG squad, I don't think rennes is a team that PSG need to be afraid of right now, especially now that rennes is only able to win two wins in 8 matches this season and it's different with PSG who are unbeaten and they haven't even got a draw at this time in league, So I think it will be a 9 win streak for PSG this season .

I hope so, this will be the ninth victory of PSG. The players got the rhythm back. Messi managed to score. Stability is returning. Now I'm waiting for Neymar to score. We haven't seen good gameplay from Neymar yet. My prediction is that PSG will win 3-1 against Rennes. Neymar and Mbappe will score in this match. And Messi will assist.

[slaman29]

Marseille screwed me up last night in Europa league betting, had 2 multi bets with them inside, and guess what? They were the ones with the least odds to win, and yet they couldn't score. I know they have been in a lot of trouble but still, usually clubs in trouble try to find some good news to motivate themselves when playing inter-Europe, guess I was wrong!

[OcTradism]

With the current PSG squad, I don't think rennes is a team that PSG need to be afraid of right now, especially now that rennes is only able to win two wins in 8 matches this season and it's different with PSG who are unbeaten and they haven't even got a draw at this time in league, So I think it will be a 9 win streak for PSG this season .

PSG won't get troubles in Ligue 1 but in Champions League it would be different. The win against Manchester United does not change the fact that PSG only can win it with a few moments from star players. Manchester City have their chances to score goals as well.

A serious issue is Neymar, Mbappe and Messi don't contribute to defense system even when they lose their ball possession. When PSG play with big clubs, it would be their big problems. They can not win with a goalkeeper and other 7 players for defense while their three attacking players are not ready to hunt for ball and do gegen pressing.

I hope so, this will be the ninth victory of PSG. The players got the rhythm back. Messi managed to score. Stability is returning. Now I'm waiting for Neymar to score. We haven't seen good gameplay from Neymar yet. My prediction is that PSG will win 3-1 against Rennes. Neymar and Mbappe will score in this match. And Messi will assist.

PSG will try to complete their task in Ligue 1 as fast as possible and concentrate resources to Champions League. If they have too big gap with other clubs when Champions League is at quarter and semi final, they will have more chance to win it.

[BuNga_cute]

One of the attracting teams recently are Lens. They are at the second position now in the league and they have a really good form recently. Last, they managed to defeat Marseille away by 3-2. This is a really huge result for them as Marseille were in a really good form then. It was not easy for Lens to be the winner in this match as Marseille made a comeback from 2-0 to 2-2. I'll keep following Lens closely in the coming games also and maybe I can even think of placing a bet on them for some matches.

With the quality of players who are mediocre to be able to rank 2 in Ligue 1 until week 8 is a tremendous achievement for Lens. I agree with you,
Lens is one of the most interesting teams to watch this season, their performances have been extraordinary. To beat Monaco, Lille and Marseille
was a surprise for me. I want to know if Lens can stay in the top 4 or not until the end of the season, if Lens can stay in the top 4 at least Lens
can play in the Europa League.

Lens' probability of ending in top 4 will be depending on the performances of the teams which are Lille, Monaco and Lyon. If these big teams keep up a good form and capture the top places again, Lens might have a low chance to qualify for the Europe League by ending at the 4th place. Even the 5th place would be at risk for them as Marseille and Nice are also very good this season.

Lyon, Monaco and Lille did not play consistently at the start of the season, but if the games of these three big teams find their best form, it will
make it difficult for Lens to stay in the top 4. Moreover, there are still Marseille and Nice who still have one game left, if both of them win the match
their position will rise above Lens. The conclusion Lens not only needs hard work to play consistently, but it takes luck hoping the other competitor
loses a lot of points.