French Soccer League Predictions and Discussion Thread (Ligue 1)

[rendravolt]

Even though in their opening game Reims lost against Marseille, so far they have had pretty good results. They almost got 3 consecutive wins if they didn't get a draw last week against Metz. Apart from that, winning 7 points from 4 matches has put them in 4th place in the standings. Reims is not like last season which was famous for its strong defense and so far they have conceded 5 goals. However, I think Reims will still show their usual performance because it is still early in the season and their next opponent is Brest, which they should be able to overcome this time.

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[Litzki1990]

The truth is, they have to work harder to win the champions league. On the face of it, Mbappe is forced to assume the offensive power alone. In this case, it is bad for PSG that the offensive zone, which weakened without Messi and Neymar, is left alone in Mbappe. They have Dembele next to Mbappe, but they also need a finishing striker like Haaland in the future.

This season is the time for Mbappe and Dembele to work hard on PSG's front line and several other players must also be able to work hard on their respective lines so that PSG can compete better in the group stage in the Champions League and in Ligue 1 such as usually. Because it is too late for PSG to hope for a finishing striker like Haaland in their front line, so PSG can only hope that the existing players can work hard during this season.

Getting a striker like Haaland would be a miracle for PSG anyway. Things are not looking good at PSG at the moment. Especially after losing their important players, Mbappe will not be next year, so they will have to hold on tighter this year. This year may be better for PSG, of course, who will add to their squad during the interim transfer period, all will be shaped accordingly.

In this season, I think PSG only needs to stay focused only in Ligue 1 because it will only be useless if PSG focuses also in the Champions League. After all, even if PSG still prioritizes the Champions League then still, the end result PSG will still fail to advance further in the Champions League this season. Therefore, instead of dividing its focus with the Champion League which in reality still has no chance, it would be better for PSG to make its good performance consistent in Ligue 1. At least, if PSG can still focus on Ligue 1, then PSG still has a guarantee to win the trophy this season rather than not at all.

Last season's Ligue 1 champions PSG will see if they can retain the Ligue 1 title this season. Most of the players that were in the PSG team from the previous season are absent this season due to which it will be very difficult for PSG to win the League One title this season. PSG's most notable achievement throughout the season is the Ligue 1 title. PSG can't achieve much outside of that. If they fail to win the Ligue 1 title this season, they will truly be an all-round failure. If PSG fail to win the league title this season then Luis Enrique will be a failed manager because for good reason he was hired by PSG. Luis Enrique will definitely work on the team's weaknesses and he will definitely want to win the League One title again this season.

[fachant]

The truth is, they have to work harder to win the champions league. On the face of it, Mbappe is forced to assume the offensive power alone. In this case, it is bad for PSG that the offensive zone, which weakened without Messi and Neymar, is left alone in Mbappe. They have Dembele next to Mbappe, but they also need a finishing striker like Haaland in the future.

This season is the time for Mbappe and Dembele to work hard on PSG's front line and several other players must also be able to work hard on their respective lines so that PSG can compete better in the group stage in the Champions League and in Ligue 1 such as usually. Because it is too late for PSG to hope for a finishing striker like Haaland in their front line, so PSG can only hope that the existing players can work hard during this season.

Getting a striker like Haaland would be a miracle for PSG anyway. Things are not looking good at PSG at the moment. Especially after losing their important players, Mbappe will not be next year, so they will have to hold on tighter this year. This year may be better for PSG, of course, who will add to their squad during the interim transfer period, all will be shaped accordingly.

In this season, I think PSG only needs to stay focused only in Ligue 1 because it will only be useless if PSG focuses also in the Champions League. After all, even if PSG still prioritizes the Champions League then still, the end result PSG will still fail to advance further in the Champions League this season. Therefore, instead of dividing its focus with the Champion League which in reality still has no chance, it would be better for PSG to make its good performance consistent in Ligue 1. At least, if PSG can still focus on Ligue 1, then PSG still has a guarantee to win the trophy this season rather than not at all.

Last season's Ligue 1 champions PSG will see if they can retain the Ligue 1 title this season. Most of the players that were in the PSG team from the previous season are absent this season due to which it will be very difficult for PSG to win the League One title this season. PSG's most notable achievement throughout the season is the Ligue 1 title. PSG can't achieve much outside of that. If they fail to win the Ligue 1 title this season, they will truly be an all-round failure. If PSG fail to win the league title this season then Luis Enrique will be a failed manager because for good reason he was hired by PSG. Luis Enrique will definitely work on the team's weaknesses and he will definitely want to win the League One title again this season.

PSG is one of the best teams in Ligue 1. But the status of the team cannot be considered by the performance of PSG in League One, because the PSG team has to be compared with other big league teams.

[QueenVera]

 Last season's Ligue 1 champions PSG will see if they can retain the Ligue 1 title this season. Most of the players that were in the PSG team from the previous season are absent this season due to which it will be very difficult for PSG to win the League One title this season. PSG's most notable achievement throughout the season is the Ligue 1 title. PSG can't achieve much outside of that. If they fail to win the Ligue 1 title this season, they will truly be an all-round failure. If PSG fail to win the league title this season then Luis Enrique will be a failed manager because for good reason he was hired by PSG. Luis Enrique will definitely work on the team's weaknesses and he will definitely want to win the League One title again this season.

PSG is one of the best teams in Ligue 1. But the status of the team cannot be considered by the performance of PSG in League One, because the PSG team has to be compared with other big league teams.

They've been very dominant in the league over the years and have won it multiple times effortlessly, since last season their main priority have been to win the Champions League and that's why they signed a handful of experienced Champions League players into the team but it didn't work out, so I believe they'll still try to achieve it again this season even though they've offloaded most of the top players they got.
 And thing I like about PSG is that, even if they fail to win the Champions League, they'll still managed to settle with a trophy as compensation, which is the Ligue 1 trophy, atleast it's better to secure a domestic title than losing both, however their squad look great, they've got a good experience coach and some top players to help them on their journey to getting the Champions League trophy this season.

[Distraction]

Getting a striker like Haaland would be a miracle for PSG anyway. Things are not looking good at PSG at the moment. Especially after losing their important players, Mbappe will not be next year, so they will have to hold on tighter this year. This year may be better for PSG, of course, who will add to their squad during the interim transfer period, all will be shaped accordingly.

When it comes to Haaland he will have a release clause to be active next year. He will be able to be signed by spending 200 million euros if I'm not wrong. Haaland is also open to play for different teams throughout his career. Who knows maybe PSG can also try their luck with him. 

But it depends on whether they will lose Mbappe next summer. Because for now there is still no progress on his contract extension. It won't be easy for PSG this time to convince him to stay longer. But they had better do their best because they are getting really weak without him for now.

[rahmad2nd]

The truth is, they have to work harder to win the champions league. On the face of it, Mbappe is forced to assume the offensive power alone. In this case, it is bad for PSG that the offensive zone, which weakened without Messi and Neymar, is left alone in Mbappe. They have Dembele next to Mbappe, but they also need a finishing striker like Haaland in the future.

I'm not too sure if PSG this season are targeting the Champions League trophy, but rather rebuilding their squad under the tutelage of Luis Enrique. In fact, there is not much PSG or Luis Enrique can do to bring in the players they are targeting this summer. moreover, Financial Fair Play is shining a spotlight on them. Previously, PSG wanted Premier League captain Harry Kane, but he was not willing to join the French league giants. Apart from that, PSG targeted Bernardo Silva, and in fact they failed to bring him to the Parc des Princess.

But at least now PSG have many options, they have Goncalo Ramos, Kolo Muani, Dembele, Assensio, and finally their star Kylian Mbappe. In midfield, there are several players who are playing well even though they are still short on midfielders. back line, Enrique has many options. this time PSG is not like last season, even though Messi and Neymar left. but they have a competitive team, both in front, midfield and defence. thus, at least they can still defend the Ligue 1 trophy. For the Champions League, Enrique must build his team to be even more competitive. at least, he still needs some players who have above average quality than at the moment. So, I assume PSG is not aiming to win the Champions League trophy. but that doesn't mean they will just miss it. We'll see how far Enrique takes PSG.

[bitgolden]

This season is the time for Mbappe and Dembele to work hard on PSG's front line and several other players must also be able to work hard on their respective lines so that PSG can compete better in the group stage in the Champions League and in Ligue 1 such as usually. Because it is too late for PSG to hope for a finishing striker like Haaland in their front line, so PSG can only hope that the existing players can work hard during this season.

Getting a striker like Haaland would be a miracle for PSG anyway. Things are not looking good at PSG at the moment. Especially after losing their important players, Mbappe will not be next year, so they will have to hold on tighter this year. This year may be better for PSG, of course, who will add to their squad during the interim transfer period, all will be shaped accordingly.

Honestly they do not need a striker like that because they have Muani already for that position. They need a left winger, and if they can get a great left winger, then they do not need Mbappe anymore. Think about it, they are using Muani as more like a striker right now and Mbappe as a left winger in some games, that's still going on.

I believe PSG is getting ready and they are going to be quite good when the time comes, they are already good but they are trying to build that team for the next 10 years and that's going to be amazing, as long as they keep their players and build something strong like that, they could be finally getting one UCL eventually in the future with this amazing new young squad on their roster.

[shogun47]

This season is the time for Mbappe and Dembele to work hard on PSG's front line and several other players must also be able to work hard on their respective lines so that PSG can compete better in the group stage in the Champions League and in Ligue 1 such as usually. Because it is too late for PSG to hope for a finishing striker like Haaland in their front line, so PSG can only hope that the existing players can work hard during this season.

Getting a striker like Haaland would be a miracle for PSG anyway. Things are not looking good at PSG at the moment. Especially after losing their important players, Mbappe will not be next year, so they will have to hold on tighter this year. This year may be better for PSG, of course, who will add to their squad during the interim transfer period, all will be shaped accordingly.

Honestly they do not need a striker like that because they have Muani already for that position. They need a left winger, and if they can get a great left winger, then they do not need Mbappe anymore. Think about it, they are using Muani as more like a striker right now and Mbappe as a left winger in some games, that's still going on.

I believe PSG is getting ready and they are going to be quite good when the time comes, they are already good but they are trying to build that team for the next 10 years and that's going to be amazing, as long as they keep their players and build something strong like that, they could be finally getting one UCL eventually in the future with this amazing new young squad on their roster.

They don't need Mbappe anymore when they have someone to play on the left wing is a bold statement. Every team needs an Mbappe on the left win!

But Muani will do the job well, I am sure about that. He is a great player and has impressive quality in striking. But whether that is enough for the Champions League or not will not so much depend on their offensive game. It will be about their collective defensive performance and this is where they had problems in the past.

[Swordsoffreedom]

Getting a striker like Haaland would be a miracle for PSG anyway. Things are not looking good at PSG at the moment. Especially after losing their important players, Mbappe will not be next year, so they will have to hold on tighter this year. This year may be better for PSG, of course, who will add to their squad during the interim transfer period, all will be shaped accordingly.

When it comes to Haaland he will have a release clause to be active next year. He will be able to be signed by spending 200 million euros if I'm not wrong. Haaland is also open to play for different teams throughout his career. Who knows maybe PSG can also try their luck with him.  

But it depends on whether they will lose Mbappe next summer. Because for now there is still no progress on his contract extension. It won't be easy for PSG this time to convince him to stay longer. But they had better do their best because they are getting really weak without him for now.

As good as Haaland has been with Manchester City and Guardiola, I don't think he will be interested in leaving next season.  You know there is really very high chance Haaland might be able to win more titles if he stays with Manchester City. So I don't see any reason why he would attempt to leave Man city so quickly! Actually I think Guardiola is also likely to be keen to keep Haaland in his squad. However if they think about selling him in future then I'm sure they will not sell Haaland for less than 200 million. If I recall correctly Haaland was probably bought by Manchester City for around 60 million, so that will be very profitable.

Mbappe is unlikely to stay with PSG, I am yet to hear any news about his contract renewal. And so Luis Enrique will definitely be looking for an experienced striker next season, I think PSG will benefit if he spends 200 million to add Haaland to the squad. Because you know PSG wants the title, whatever money is not a big factor for them.

[klidex]

Even though in their opening game Reims lost against Marseille, so far they have had pretty good results. They almost got 3 consecutive wins if they didn't get a draw last week against Metz. Apart from that, winning 7 points from 4 matches has put them in 4th place in the standings. Reims is not like last season which was famous for its strong defense and so far they have conceded 5 goals. However, I think Reims will still show their usual performance because it is still early in the season and their next opponent is Brest, which they should be able to overcome this time.

If you compare last season, like Marseille and Reims, Marseille is much better, and sorry for this, I didnt see a good performance Reims defense, because last season this club was not in the top 10 of the standings, it just that this is the start of the season, which is normal if there are still many clubs appeared unstable when entire club was still looking for the best strategy.
But I was quite impressed with Reims performance in the previous few match because they were able to get more points than Lens, who was known as strong club last season and is currently almost failing to be very far from top of the standings.

[indah rezqi]

As good as Haaland has been with Manchester City and Guardiola, I don't think he will be interested in leaving next season. He might be able to win more titles if he stays with Manchester City. Why will he leave Manchester City so quickly? Guardiola is also likely to be keen to keep Haaland in his squad. However, if City has the intention of selling Haaland, then they will not sell Haaland for less than 200 million. Haaland was probably bought by Manchester City for 60 million. They will be very profitable.

Mbappe is unlikely to stay with PSG. We are yet to hear any news about his contract renewal. And so Luis Enrique will definitely be looking for an experienced striker next season. I think PSG will benefit if he spends 200 million to add Haaland to the squad. Because PSG wants the title, money is not a big factor for them.

In my opinion, this is very difficult to happen, if you look closely Halaand is quite happy at Man City. We know that the EPL is the highest level for professional players, all players dream of being able to experience and play there, especially with Man City coached by Pep Guardiola. The entire squad supports him to always be the top scorer for the club and the league, for the next two or three seasons Halaand will remain at Man City. What PSG can provide can also be done by Man City, these two clubs have good finances. However, Halaand could leave sooner if Pep stops and trains at another club.

For Mbappe, I also don't know for sure about his new contract extension with PSG, I think this is very secretive by PSG management so that it doesn't become a media conversation anymore.

[ndutndut]

Of course, many things will not be the same as before. PSG, which had a lot of power with Messi and Neymar, entered a much more difficult process with their separation. The biggest trump card they have right now is Mbappe. Together with him, they have spent this year in the best way and are the biggest candidates for the League 1 championship. If they become champions at the end of this year, I'm sure it will be different in the next transfer period. I guess they will make the sensational transfers next year.

We can see in PSG's last game, apart from 70% possession and a landslide victory over Lyon away, PSG's defense deserves criticism and must be fixed immediately. Letting Lyon create 19 kicks and 8 that are on target is not a good thing for PSG if they want to win the League and the UCL league. I remember PSG's defeat in the UCL when they were against Real Madrid 3-1 when PSG had won 1-0 first? Benzema's 2 goals as far as I know were due to collective errors in the back area. PSG must improve to improve the defense sector this season to be able to compete in Ligue 1 and in the UCL league.

I may have a different point of view from you, I don't think the departure of Messi and Neymar will affect PSG's strength this season because Mbappe is already there. We can see that when he is not playing, PSG's performance looks 180° different. Even with so many star players like Messi and Neymar it will make it irregular when in the game.

[snipie]

For Mbappe, I also don't know for sure about his new contract extension with PSG, I think this is very secretive by PSG management so that it doesn't become a media conversation anymore.

I presume Mbappe clan is in discussion with Real Madrid in addition to PSG to find the suitable contract for him. In any way Mbappe will not accept a contract that limit his possibilities to move whenever he wants.
Mbappe will try to avoid being a new Lukaku and PSG will avoid looking fool this year too.

[AakZaki]

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On the other hand, although speculation about Mbappe's future with PSG continues to be discussed, these two goals can temporarily dampen the issue of his departure.

The draw of the initial 2 matches cost them 4 points. At the moment they are in the second position. The result of the game against Lyon cannot be a proof for one season later. They need consistency of performances because they will be playing in a hectic schedule. UCL and domestic competitions. If they are going to let go of Mbappe they should start preparing with other players. Because the condition depends on Mbappe must be eliminated immediately.

[marcous]

~snip~

On the other hand, although speculation about Mbappe's future with PSG continues to be discussed, these two goals can temporarily dampen the issue of his departure.

The draw of the initial 2 matches cost them 4 points. At the moment they are in the second position. The result of the game against Lyon cannot be a proof for one season later. They need consistency of performances because they will be playing in a hectic schedule. UCL and domestic competitions. If they are going to let go of Mbappe they should start preparing with other players. Because the condition depends on Mbappe must be eliminated immediately.

It's difficult to find a player like Mbappe at the moment, his skills are above average. If Mbappe played in the EPL or La Liga, he would definitely be the best player one day. If you continue to stay at PSG, the chances of becoming the best are the same as PSG chances of winning the UCL, a little difficult to materialize.

If you see PSG opportunities in Ligue 1, I think Luis Enrique squad will be able to consistently earn points again. Because PSG dominance in Ligue 1 is almost the same as Bayern Munchen domination in the Bundesliga, their performance has been up and down but they have been able to win successive domestic league trophies.

[AakZaki]

Of course, many things will not be the same as before. PSG, which had a lot of power with Messi and Neymar, entered a much more difficult process with their separation. The biggest trump card they have right now is Mbappe. Together with him, they have spent this year in the best way and are the biggest candidates for the League 1 championship. If they become champions at the end of this year, I'm sure it will be different in the next transfer period. I guess they will make the sensational transfers next year.

Who is he? Indeed, PSG have a lot of money, but it seems quite difficult for them to get players who have the same ability as Mbappe. They will have to watch throughout the season to prepare to find a replacement for Mbappe. Maybe not next mid-season they can buy new players when the transfer window reopens.

[GiftedMAN]

The truth is, they have to work harder to win the champions league. On the face of it, Mbappe is forced to assume the offensive power alone. In this case, it is bad for PSG that the offensive zone, which weakened without Messi and Neymar, is left alone in Mbappe. They have Dembele next to Mbappe, but they also need a finishing striker like Haaland in the future.

This season is the time for Mbappe and Dembele to work hard on PSG's front line and several other players must also be able to work hard on their respective lines so that PSG can compete better in the group stage in the Champions League and in Ligue 1 such as usually. Because it is too late for PSG to hope for a finishing striker like Haaland in their front line, so PSG can only hope that the existing players can work hard during this season.

Getting a striker like Haaland would be a miracle for PSG anyway. Things are not looking good at PSG at the moment. Especially after losing their important players, Mbappe will not be next year, so they will have to hold on tighter this year. This year may be better for PSG, of course, who will add to their squad during the interim transfer period, all will be shaped accordingly.

PSG will really be a better team if they are able to get a sharp striker like Haaland but how's that going to be possible when he's doing well with Manchester city and they were winners of the EPL and the champions League last season do you think Manchester city will be willing to let him join another club? I guess the answer is no. PSG should work things out with Mbappe probably work on improving his pay and getting more players that will be willing to player team work game instead of playing individual football because that's the number one problem affecting the performance of the team. There are possible of PSG keeping Mbappe next season even though he will be leaving as a free agent, once they are able to convince him to sign another contract and Real Madrid didn't come up with another offer since Real Madrid coach sounds so convincing about not looking for a replacement for Benzema again I think Mbappe wouldn't want to go to Saudi Arabia at his age since he's looking at winning the champions League and becoming the world best player since Messi and Ronaldo is off the competition now.

[Docnaster]

Of course, many things will not be the same as before. PSG, which had a lot of power with Messi and Neymar, entered a much more difficult process with their separation. The biggest trump card they have right now is Mbappe. Together with him, they have spent this year in the best way and are the biggest candidates for the League 1 championship. If they become champions at the end of this year, I'm sure it will be different in the next transfer period. I guess they will make the sensational transfers next year.

Who is he? Indeed, PSG have a lot of money, but it seems quite difficult for them to get players who have the same ability as Mbappe. They will have to watch throughout the season to prepare to find a replacement for Mbappe. Maybe not next mid-season they can buy new players when the transfer window reopens.

PSG has made past mistakes of signing three superstars and same time in order to win the Champions League. But me and you and including the club have seen that it did not work and does not work that way. At a time the three superstars were giving the club a very good results, but when misunderstanding happened, 2 alliened together and left 1alone and due to that misunderstanding and disagreement, the team was severely affected. that is a very big lesson to PSG. When Mbappe refused to renew his contract that was another listen to PSG. So, I believe they will not make such mistake anymore. If Mbappe does not leave, another superstar might not come. As long as mbappe is in the club, he is the hero.

[Rengga Jati]

The draw of the initial 2 matches cost them 4 points. At the moment they are in the second position. The result of the game against Lyon cannot be a proof for one season later. They need consistency of performances because they will be playing in a hectic schedule. UCL and domestic competitions. If they are going to let go of Mbappe they should start preparing with other players. Because the condition depends on Mbappe must be eliminated immediately.

Yes, their first two matches could be said to be completely in vain. Although I'm sure that in the future, PSG will be even more careful. but it was the draw matches that made PSG still in second place. Although of course it probably won't be long now, PSG will take over first place. Because after all, you could say that no one has been able to compete with PSG in the France league, especially now that Mbappe is also back in the squad with more confidence. As if there were no rumors about him possibly moving clubs or not. At least they still have Mbappe for now, who incidentally has had quite a good impact.

[legendbtc]

Yes, their first two matches could be said to be completely in vain. Although I'm sure that in the future, PSG will be even more careful. but it was the draw matches that made PSG still in second place. Although of course it probably won't be long now, PSG will take over first place. Because after all, you could say that no one has been able to compete with PSG in the France league, especially now that Mbappe is also back in the squad with more confidence. As if there were no rumors about him possibly moving clubs or not. At least they still have Mbappe for now, who incidentally has had quite a good impact.

Of course, PSG will be at the top of the table, and this season's Ligue 1 championship is still the leading candidate. Let's see how Mbappé has returned and helped PSG Club prove what a true king it is. Maybe Mbappé and PSG will have a new contract. Mpbappe also clearly understood that PSG could not let him leave on a free transfer after investing so much money in him. Real Madrid will regret not bringing him to Santiago Bernabéu this season.
Real Madrid should offer additional alternatives if Mbappé goes on to extend his contract with PSG. I think striker Haaland is someone who can also replace Karim Benzema.