French Soccer League Predictions and Discussion Thread (Ligue 1)

[Donneski]

Winning the Champions League consecutively is something a great team can do, and PSG is achieving it. If they win the trophy again next season, it will be a huge success for them. PSG are already the biggest favorite in the Champions League.

to date, however, it remains the favorite team to win the Champions League. However, i don't think the other big names in Europe let them do it so easily. Certainly for Paris Saint-Germain it would perhaps be the most important after the second victory of the Champions League, because it would establish a further personal record as a club.

For now, we can say that they're the favourites to win the UEFA Champions League competition next season but that assertion might change when the campaign kicks off. There are other top European clubs that have been very active in the transfer market this summer to improve their squad. I expect a very strong competition next season in the UCL

[AYOBA]

We said this last season that other teams wouldn't make things easy for PSG, and no matter how other they tried to do so, Paris Saint Germain succeeded. Because they went from champions league playoffs and became the champions. One special thing about PSG is that, they have young talented players that can compete strongly for Luis Enrique. So if they can continue with that performance, I believe Luis Enrique can match Zidane's record, because currently only Bayern Munich I think could stop PSG in the Champions league.

It not that PSG have talented players than the other’s teams is just that last season was their time and that’s why they where able to defeated even the strongest teams, but here we go the new season is almost there we can see how their performances will goes this season. They where able to make it last season not mean they can did the same thing this coming season.

Because is only Bayern Munich that gave them tough time last season in champion league, that’s why you have confidence that is only Bayern Munich can stop them, which I disagree with that because there’s a lots of teams who are well prepared to fight for champion league also.

[Just Say]

Luis Enrique is a great coach and he had already demonstrated it when he coached Spain. Of course, winning the UCL twice was fantastic for Paris Saint-Germain who had been trying for many years without succeeding. Let's see if Luis Enrique can match Zidane's record, it's not easy but not impossible for the team they have. They are in favor of winning again but i think the other teams won't make things easy for them.

PSG may also have a chance to win the Champions League next season because we think that if Zidane can win the Champions League three times in a row, then why can't Luis Enrique make that record? This team has everything to become the champion next season because they are trying to keep their best players, for example, Liverpool wanted to buy a PSG player, but the French champions have already announced that Bradley Barcola will have to pay Liverpool a fee of 160 million euros to join the team, and they will not consider any offer lower than that.

Therefore  it is clear that Liverpool may not buy him for such a high price, which will result in the French player staying at the PSG club, which will increase the depth of PSG's team in the next Champions League.

PSG have informed Liverpool that any deal for Bradley Barcola would require a fee of at least £137.5M (€160M). The French champions have set their valuation and will not consider offers below that figure.

[Black Mbaye]

Winning the Champions League consecutively is something a great team can do, and PSG is achieving it. If they win the trophy again next season, it will be a huge success for them. PSG are already the biggest favorite in the Champions League.

to date, however, it remains the favorite team to win the Champions League. However, i don't think the other big names in Europe let them do it so easily. Certainly for Paris Saint-Germain it would perhaps be the most important after the second victory of the Champions League, because it would establish a further personal record as a club.

For now, we can say that they're the favourites to win the UEFA Champions League competition next season but that assertion might change when the campaign kicks off. There are other top European clubs that have been very active in the transfer market this summer to improve their squad. I expect a very strong competition next season in the UCL

Paris Saint-Germain's chances of winning the Champions League again next year are not very high. Because Real Madrid have significantly strengthened their team. Similarly, Bayern Munich have also added good players to their squad. I think these teams will be at least in the semi-finals next year. I also think Arsenal have acquired some good players. Therefore, I agree with what you said, believing the competition will be high next year. Moreover, the transfer window hasn't closed yet, and we may see new players joining different teams.

[Callido]

For now, we can say that they're the favourites to win the UEFA Champions League competition next season but that assertion might change when the campaign kicks off. There are other top European clubs that have been very active in the transfer market this summer to improve their squad. I expect a very strong competition next season in the UCL

You mean win the Champions League for the third time? Are there plans of turning the Champions League into a farmed league, it will be a disgrace that a club that hasn't won the Champions League comes for the first time, wins the league, and does it for the third time in a row, without any obstacle.

PSG are not my favorites next season, i don't support them, but also depending on the teams they will face in their journey to the final and in the final, if they make it up to that level, PSG should not win the UCL.

[Adbitco]

Another new season another challenge for the other teams in the league to fight their way to who will be second and below on the table because we all know who's winning the league even before the season starts. PSG will be more focused in the champions league as they have done on two previous occasions and it paid out well for them. Them winning the league is almost as good as certain, so more concentration will be on the European stage as Enrique has figured out in his last two seasons.

[Italian Panic]

Another new season another challenge for the other teams in the league to fight their way to who will be second and below on the table because we all know who's winning the league even before the season starts. PSG will be more focused in the champions league as they have done on two previous occasions and it paid out well for them. Them winning the league is almost as good as certain, so more concentration will be on the European stage as Enrique has figured out in his last two seasons.

As is the case every year, I think there’s little competition in Ligue 1, where Paris Saint Germain will in all likelihood be crowned champions for the umpteenth time. As you say, the team will focus much more on trying to win their third Champions League title, which for Luis Enrique would mean equalling the record set by Zinedine Zidane with Real Madrid. As for Paris Saint Germain’s rivals, I can only see Lyon and Olympique de Marseille. I’ve always been a big fan of Monaco too, but they often lack that little something extra to take that final step.

[GiftedMAN]

Another new season another challenge for the other teams in the league to fight their way to who will be second and below on the table because we all know who's winning the league even before the season starts. PSG will be more focused in the champions league as they have done on two previous occasions and it paid out well for them. Them winning the league is almost as good as certain, so more concentration will be on the European stage as Enrique has figured out in his last two seasons.

Last season it was Lens who was trying to outshine PSG for the league title but they finally lost the opportunity when they couldn't maintain their good performance to win their games, but coming to the new season we don't know what's going to happen but the ratings will still favour PSG as the favourite to win the league since they have the biggest squad depth. Coming to the champions where you said PSG will be focusing, it's not going to be an easy one but I think the plan will be to them to pursue both the league and the champions League cause they need both trophies.

[Inwestour]

Last season it was Lens who was trying to outshine PSG for the league title but they finally lost the opportunity when they couldn't maintain their good performance to win their games, but coming to the new season we don't know what's going to happen but the ratings will still favour PSG as the favourite to win the league since they have the biggest squad depth. Coming to the champions where you said PSG will be focusing, it's not going to be an easy one but I think the plan will be to them to pursue both the league and the champions League cause they need both trophies.

As for Lens, I think they couldn't play on equal terms with PSG because PSG always played according to the situation. For example, when Lens was winning a game, they also tried to win their own games to maintain their lead. But when Lens dropped points and PSG had important games, they took their own games more casually Enrique used rotation. Therefore PSG didn't feel any real competition from Lens.

[Lannakosa]

Another new season another challenge for the other teams in the league to fight their way to who will be second and below on the table because we all know who's winning the league even before the season starts. PSG will be more focused in the champions league as they have done on two previous occasions and it paid out well for them. Them winning the league is almost as good as certain, so more concentration will be on the European stage as Enrique has figured out in his last two seasons.

I think Enrique's biggest advantage right now is that he's won the Champions League twice in a row. If he doesn't manage to win it for a third time, I believe people will still be very understanding and supportive of him. Knowing that, he might even feel freer to make bold decisions because he won't have the constant threat of being sacked if the season doesn't go as planned.

To be honest, I have serious doubts that Enrique will be able to win the Champions League for a third straight season. However, I also think that every team will take PSG extremely seriously because of what they've achieved.

[giorgione]

You are right PSG will not sell Barcola but at the moment it seems that formal club-level talks have taken place between Premier League club Liverpool and PSG and my opinion Liverpool have already made an initial offer of around 100 million euros. Even if Paris Saint-Germain keep the player with the aim of winning the Champions League again next season, I still think they will definitely not be able to win it because winning the UCL for three consecutive seasons would be too challenging for them and even Real Madrid are building a high-level team next season which will allow them to dominate the Champions League.

If Liverpool makes a good offer above 100 million euros, then Paris Saint-Germain will think about whether to sell Barcola or not. Only the Premier League can afford these prices and even some Spanish teams.

Yes, its unlikely that i can get a hat-trick in UCL, but never say never, everything is possible. Real Madrid is making a good team but they also have a new coach, we'll see what happens.

[W Jr.]

You are right PSG will not sell Barcola but at the moment it seems that formal club-level talks have taken place between Premier League club Liverpool and PSG and my opinion Liverpool have already made an initial offer of around 100 million euros. Even if Paris Saint-Germain keep the player with the aim of winning the Champions League again next season, I still think they will definitely not be able to win it because winning the UCL for three consecutive seasons would be too challenging for them and even Real Madrid are building a high-level team next season which will allow them to dominate the Champions League.

If Liverpool makes a good offer above 100 million euros, then Paris Saint-Germain will think about whether to sell Barcola or not. Only the Premier League can afford these prices and even some Spanish teams.

Yes, its unlikely that i can get a hat-trick in UCL, but never say never, everything is possible. Real Madrid is making a good team but they also have a new coach, we'll see what happens.

After Salah's departure, the Barcola transfer has become even more important. Liverpool could make a very high transfer offer to Paris Saint-Germain. In my opinion, in today's football world, a player like him shouldn't be offered for less than 100 million. I'm sure Paris Saint-Germain will sell him for a good price. The team that has won the Champions League for the last two years has the best players, and Barcola could be sold for a good money.

[verdinio]

If you say that PSG wouldn't sell Barcola because they need him to be part of their squad next season, I can understand that but I don't think that it will make them win UCL because PSG wouldn't be able to win it for three consecutive seasons when we have other big clubs in the competition. They're dominating because Real Madrid isn't in form.

Barcola is an excellent player, a champion and will help Paris Saint-Germain to win, buying Barcola is not easy because he costs a lot and Paris Saint-Germain doesn't give players away. If Real Madrid are not in form it is only a temporary thing, but they will come back strong, they are strengthening well. The other important and historic teams in the competition will also try to win.

[kennycryptoitalia]

To win the champions league three times in a row? Hmm... It's possible. If Zidane can do it why can't Enrique? At the beginning of last season, I didn't expect PSG to win the champion league the second time but they did. So this season, I am not ruling it out. The French side is still one of the favorites and can stun everyone by winning it three consecutive times.

I believe that Real Madrid is strengthening to a small extent, but also for this reason. i believe that Real Madrid wants to remain the only team to have broken the record of three consecutive Champions Leagues. i don't think he'll let him do it at Paris Saint-Germain, just as i don't think many other teams will make his life much more complicated.

[pewboy]

You may have your own reasons why you don't want to put them as the favorite team to win the Champions League this season aga, but for me, winning the Champions League back to back not selling  their key players and not changing their manager are enough reasons to convince everyone that PSG are the favorites to win the Champions League again this season.Despite the fact that I know other teams have signed some great players and some have changed their managers to strengthen their team,as long as I haven't seen their performances, I will always use last season form to judge them. And if I have to judge based on last season's form, PSG are my strongest favorites to win the Champions League again this season.

The favorite to win the Champions League is definitely Paris Saint-Germain, we'll see if they manage to win it three times in a row, it will be a great feat. However, the other teams are strengthening and will certainly give Paris Saint-Germain a hard time. We'll see it as soon as the competition starts, it will be a great Champions League.

[changaa]

Normally, intercontinental competitions like world cup is an opportunity for players to display their great talents, especially those without much play time in their clubs. PSG has lost 3 players already and If Barcola leaves, then their wingers are very limited and they would really need replacements. I don't think Ferran is making it to the starting XI yet, he's just going to be a replacement for Kvarashkelia and Doue alike, which is PSG pattern of having a strong bench as well as the main team. PSG would have a good investment in Ferran Torres actually, he's a versatile youngster that can play either right wing, left wing or CF according to team's need.

Of course, Paris Saint-Germain would certainly be better off buying a player like Ferran Torres, who in any case when he comes off the bench is always ready to do damage. But we must also consider what Ferran Torres would like. If i were him, i think i would aim more for a team that can give me playing time and make me play, rather than being someone else's bench, as has been the case up until now at Barcelona.

[banana33]

We can't know for sure. Last year, it was said that it would be difficult for Paris Saint-Germain to win for the second time, but they managed it. This year they will be competing for the Champions League for the third time and will try to match Real Madrid's success. Real Madrid is building a very good squad this year with Jose Mourinho. That's why I think Paris Saint-Germain will continue to hold onto many of their players. Of course, if a very high transfer offer comes from Liverpool, they might try to sell him because Paris Saint-Germain's academy is very good and they can develop a good player from their youth system instead of Barcelona. Paris Saint-Germain's decision will be very influential here.

It's true, we didn't think that Paris Saint-Germain would be able to win the Champions League for the second time in a row, but they did it and both the players and Luis Enrigue were good.
Now Real Madrid will also be there with a good, strong team and a coach who knows how to win in the Champions League.
But the players must follow the coach. Paris Saint-Germain has many very good young players.

[Hyphen(-)]

The favorite to win the Champions League is definitely Paris Saint-Germain, we'll see if they manage to win it three times in a row, it will be a great feat. However, the other teams are strengthening and will certainly give Paris Saint-Germain a hard time. We'll see it as soon as the competition starts, it will be a great Champions League.

Is not possible for PSG to win the champions league back to back to back. Winning it three times in a row means other teams are not serious, and from many teams performance in the preseason and how active they have been in the transfer market, I don’t think PSG can go again next season.

Barcelona has strengthen their squad, Bayern Munich will try again next season because they had an incredible season last season, and their team looks well prepared for another season because the Champions League is their main target.

Furthermore, Arsenal is also another team to look after next season, they are also strengthen up their squad, they have signed some players to cover up for the lapses they had last season and I am very sure they can also go again next season.

[Pressurizedem]

You may have your own reasons why you don't want to put them as the favorite team to win the Champions League this season aga, but for me, winning the Champions League back to back not selling  their key players and not changing their manager are enough reasons to convince everyone that PSG are the favorites to win the Champions League again this season.Despite the fact that I know other teams have signed some great players and some have changed their managers to strengthen their team,as long as I haven't seen their performances, I will always use last season form to judge them. And if I have to judge based on last season's form, PSG are my strongest favorites to win the Champions League again this season.

The favorite to win the Champions League is definitely Paris Saint-Germain, we'll see if they manage to win it three times in a row, it will be a great feat. However, the other teams are strengthening and will certainly give Paris Saint-Germain a hard time. We'll see it as soon as the competition starts, it will be a great Champions League.

The fact that they won the Uefa champions league last season does not clearly make them the favourite for the champions league again next season. They are unarguably the best team in the world right now, but with what Madrid is building,  Arsenal is building, and Bayern being more eager to get it, I think it won't be an easy job for them to retain the champions league tittle back to back to back.  If they are able to get three times in a row, which I think no club in the history of football have been able to do, quote me wrong if I'm making a mistake, then they must have made history.
The champions league this coming season is really going to be tough, because lots of teams are getting strong, they are strengthening their squad ahead of the campaign, and one thing we must closely watch is Arsenal and Arteta. That man is a very stubborn coach, he does not back down till he achieves what he wants. For three seasons now, he has kept on banging on the doors of the champions league trophy, improving in all the season with a one step ahead in each of the campaign. His goal this season is simply clear, winning the champions league, that's why he is doing everything possible to strengthen his squad and get them ready for the champions league next season.

[bastisisca]

This leads to mental fatigue issues. The way to overcome this is with a deep, high-quality bench. If PSG wins Ligue 1 easily, they'll be that much more comfortable in the Champions League...

Which is exactly what i believe Luis Enrique wants to do, that is to try to distance himself as much as possible from the start to give more room for maneuver to other players when it comes to the championship, and thus leaving the owners the possibility of competing for the Champions League in a more rested way.