French Soccer League Predictions and Discussion Thread (Ligue 1)

[Distraction]

There were some speculations about Neymar to leave the team before. However I don't see such thing anymore. It was because of the so-called disagreements between Mbappe and Neymar. People were saying that Mbappe wasn't finding Neymar's actions professional and he was pushing PSG to sell him. Actually we didn't see any problem between them in their matches. There wasn't such thing like they weren't passing the ball to each other or so. On the contrary, they were making assists to each other and they were celebrating the goals together cheerfully.

I don't think we will see any problem between these players on the field from now on also. Neymar likes Messi more than Mbappe of course but he doesn't play with only Messi in their matches at the same time.

[izsara]

I think that the competition in the French league is not the same as the competition in Europe. Bundesliga and League 1 are very comfortable in this regard. Bayern in the Bundesliga and Paris SG in League 1 are ahead in this regard. It has no rivals. There are times when they push a little, but towards the end of the league, the gap between them increases. Therefore, we can say that Paris SG, which has an excellent staff, cannot show itself fully.

One of the reasons why they are a little difficult when they are in the Champions League even though they are filled with players who can be said to be star players.
They are comfortable with their conditions so when challenged with bigger competitions they will run into a bit of a problem.
On the other hand, I don't really know why, but I see that PSG are always looking for coaches who don't really have much experience because at the moment Galtier I don't even know whether he has coached a club that is already in the Champions League or not and Pochetino's previous season. It would be better if they actually sign someone with a lot of experience to broaden their horizons when it comes to the Champions League.

the french league is not competitive, there is no tight competition to win the title like currently PSG is dominating a lot maybe because that makes them unable to compete strictly on the European stage.
however, at this time PSG continues to grow and their new coach Galtier cannot be said to be a failure because he has just managed the PSG team, we'll see if he can bring PSG to achieve their target of winning the Champions League, as a squad they currently have is very qualified .

As @W Jr. said earlier, PSG is too comfortable in Ligue 1 so it is difficult when facing stronger opponents in the Champions League even though the team's condition is very good.
As for Galtier don't get me wrong, I don't think he's a failure it's just that in the conditions of the Champions League of course he has very little experience and we know that so it will be a burden for him as well.

[boltz]

I think Mbappe will stay with PSG to win UCL and then he will move to Real Madrid but if he somehow achieves to win UCL this season with PSG , he will more likely move to Real Madrid. On the same time , imagine if Messi wins UCL with PSG after winning WC with Argentina as that would be a season that won't be replicated for many years to come

[shinratensei_]

I don't have any doubt that Real Madrid would be able to provide the same contract conditions to Mbappe if they want. However I don't expect any official offer from them in the near future. Especially after he has preferred to stay instead of signing for Real Madrid, there is no need to push their luck now. Mbappe is clearly happy with his game here.

There would really be another opportunity for Real Madrid in the future. But they don't even need him for now to be successful. Ancelotti is very pleased with the team quality now and he is already doing a marvelous work. While you are able to win the Champions League with the current squad, there is no need to splurge on a player.

The claim Real Madrid made as he failed to sign for them during the last transfer window will be the only reason they wouldn't bid for Mbappe, but dip in their heart if they will have him in their squad it will be a good advantage for them, and Mbappe will also achieve more goals even though I know he will do so in PSG too.

There are many rumors that Real Madrid is still trying to sign Kylian Mbappe. But on the other hand, many do not want Mbappe to wear a Los Blancos uniform after the incident in the last transfer market. The rejection was allegedly because Mbappe was more tempted by what he got at Paris Saint Germain. In fact, it's fine if Real Madrid are still hunting for this player, because he is indeed a player who has very good abilities on the field. But right now nothing could be closer than Mbappe's stay with Paris Saint Germain.

Mbappe has been changing his mind about real madrid. he was stating if he wanna move to the real madrid but perez was feeling disappointed with him by rejecting first offer by madrid. This time mbappe must think again if real madrid will be giving second offer for him. I guess that mbappe didn't feel satisfied with the result in the PSG. It seems that madrid is really serious to get him in the upcoming transfer season. https://www.sportbible.com/football/kylian-mbappe-real-madrid-psg-490419-20221222
1 billion was a very big amounts of money if mbappe will be leaving from PSG. real madrid pays a very big amounts of money for him if that will come true.

[martyns]

Kylian mbappe is the only guy trending in France because of his incredible performance in the world cup. He's just 24 and he's already achieving what took some players their life time to achive. He have already equal Pele record for highest goal scoring in the world cup. Mbappe still have more years to play football and he's already breaking records kept by big names in football history. He's currently in Paris training with his teammates for the reopening of the Ligue 1. His coach, Christophe Galtier like his pattern of game and he always add him to starting lineups.

[snipie]

PSG is one of the best teams in Ligue 1.

The only team that owned by billionaire from arab and it has unlimited funds. No doubt if PSG has become the best team in the ligue 1.
~

Lyon switched hand to US billionaire so can we see it competing PSG for the first place in the near future? They have good budget now that will be spent in the next transfer window I assume.
Unfortunately, money becomes an important game changer in football, the price of the players is getting higher every season and some teams seems to have unlimited money that they simply get a player to not allow the others to profit from him..

[GiftedMAN]

I think Mbappe will stay with PSG to win UCL and then he will move to Real Madrid but if he somehow achieves to win UCL this season with PSG , he will more likely move to Real Madrid. On the same time , imagine if Messi wins UCL with PSG after winning WC with Argentina as that would be a season that won't be replicated for many years to come

I do think that Mbappe is considering a move to Real Madrid despite the rumors of him being linked with a move to Real Madrid when his contract expires with PSG, the main reason why PSG brought Messi, Mbappe, and  Naymer together is because of the UCL and it will be a thing of joy if Mbappe lift the trophy with PSG but then he may not consider moving to Real Madrid because the opportunity he has in PSG to determine the player that stays or leaves the club can not be given to him in Madrid I think Mbappe will remain with PSG even after he has won the UCL with PSG.

[redsun114]

I think no other club would have given Mbappe the number of opportunities PSG management has given him. And that's why Mbappe has been interested in joining Madrid every season, but he ended up signing a contract extension with PSG. PSG paid a lot of money for Mbappe. But teams like Madrid or Manchester United are ready to spend this amount of money. But they won't let Mbappe interfere in the club's internal affairs. PSG management, on the other hand, prioritizes Mbappe's opinion on all matters internal to the club. This is why Mbappe is not leaving PSG. It is foolish to think that Mbappe is only at PSG for money.

Most chances in near future we have no chance for Mbappé to join Real Madrid because both parties are happy, and they are doing good job even now this season important for them with having chance of winning Champions League will increase their enjoyment and PSG management will be keep their faith in this system but if they fail to win again then surely things could be change even management can sell this club because we have reports like these few months back with the change of coach and bringing few changes they are having full commitment for the Champions League title and in case of fail we can expect changes and then may be Mbappé will also try to join Real Madrid but now this all will be happened on Real Madrid rules which can cut his salary as well which is he taking from PSG right now.

[jaberwock]

PSG are the kings of ligue 1 and no single club can compete with them. They are always consistent in every match and always win it. Mbappe, Messi and Neymar are the most dangerous trio so far for any club in Ligue 1, it's clear that PSG will lock in the Ligue 1 title this season. About fighting Bayern Munich in the UCL competition it seems that it is quite difficult, these two teams are the same as the top standings and indeed from statistics Bayern Munich always excels in UCL matches, so I think Bayern Munich will win this match again when they meet PSG later.

Staying with the tag of King of Ligue 1 has never been ideal because they want to be King in Europe as well with this squad and quality because now things are to change, and they must need to achieve this which is possible in this season because now they are impressive in all departments even in last few matches they have issues, but they are still able to settle these things quickly.

Mbappé saga is surely right now at the top, but they also need to have good results for having better future and maintain their this system now after two months they are going to face Bayern Munich which is also having same tag in Germany even their record in Europe is also amazing which will help them for having better results, but now we will have good contest between these two teams and first test after world cup for the Mbappé and Messi.

[rendravolt]

Past statistics won't help forever, this season you have to be able to think of something different because PSG's quality is much better than Bayern Munich. I really want to see how PSG eliminate Bayern Munich, which they say is very difficult to beat, and Christophe Galtier really has to prove that to his president. Nothing is impossible to beat Bayern Munich in the Champions League, it's possible.

I've never felt PSG were incapable, but they can still fail if the coach's strategy doesn't completely kill Bayern Munich in the round of 16. Even if it fails, that is normal but of course it is very surprising for all parties, especially the supporters.

I have never hesitated to favor Bayern Munich against PSG later in the play-off round. Moreover, Bayern Munich has a lot of experience in the champions league, they always qualify for the quarter-finals and it looks like this will be a tough homework for PSG coaches and players.

Staying with the tag of King of Ligue 1 has never been ideal because they want to be King in Europe as well with this squad and quality because now things are to change, and they must need to achieve this which is possible in this season because now they are impressive in all departments even in last few matches they have issues, but they are still able to settle these things quickly.

Mbappé saga is surely right now at the top, but they also need to have good results for having better future and maintain their this system now after two months they are going to face Bayern Munich which is also having same tag in Germany even their record in Europe is also amazing which will help them for having better results, but now we will have good contest between these two teams and first test after world cup for the Mbappé and Messi.

It seems that being the king of Europe is something that PSG has not achieved so far, I don't want to speculate further because the teams participating in the Champions League are the most competitive teams in Europe. Mbappe and messi after the world cup whether the two of them can get along or not I don't know, for sure there will be a bit of disagreement between the two.

[makishart]

I think Mbappe will stay with PSG to win UCL and then he will move to Real Madrid but if he somehow achieves to win UCL this season with PSG , he will more likely move to Real Madrid. On the same time , imagine if Messi wins UCL with PSG after winning WC with Argentina as that would be a season that won't be replicated for many years to come

I do think that Mbappe is considering a move to Real Madrid despite the rumors of him being linked with a move to Real Madrid when his contract expires with PSG, the main reason why PSG brought Messi, Mbappe, and  Naymer together is because of the UCL and it will be a thing of joy if Mbappe lift the trophy with PSG but then he may not consider moving to Real Madrid because the opportunity he has in PSG to determine the player that stays or leaves the club can not be given to him in Madrid I think Mbappe will remain with PSG even after he has won the UCL with PSG.

Mbappe has been playing in UCL with PSG in so many seasons but the result was always the same. Competing in UCL is even harder caused by you will be facing so many great clubs with the best players in the world.
I think that real madrid was still interested to get him. Mbappe itself can be considered as a good striker. His performance with france proven that if it's worthy to get him. I hope that mbappe will try to decide the best choice for his career.

[rozak]

I think Mbappe will stay with PSG to win UCL and then he will move to Real Madrid but if he somehow achieves to win UCL this season with PSG , he will more likely move to Real Madrid. On the same time , imagine if Messi wins UCL with PSG after winning WC with Argentina as that would be a season that won't be replicated for many years to come

I do think that Mbappe is considering a move to Real Madrid despite the rumors of him being linked with a move to Real Madrid when his contract expires with PSG, the main reason why PSG brought Messi, Mbappe, and  Naymer together is because of the UCL and it will be a thing of joy if Mbappe lift the trophy with PSG but then he may not consider moving to Real Madrid because the opportunity he has in PSG to determine the player that stays or leaves the club can not be given to him in Madrid I think Mbappe will remain with PSG even after he has won the UCL with PSG.

Mbappe has been playing in UCL with PSG in so many seasons but the result was always the same. Competing in UCL is even harder caused by you will be facing so many great clubs with the best players in the world.
I think that real madrid was still interested to get him. Mbappe itself can be considered as a good striker. His performance with france proven that if it's worthy to get him. I hope that mbappe will try to decide the best choice for his career.

Despite the controversy in the media, Mbappe is a young player who has very good skills. competition at UCL is very tough. there are many strong teams, and that makes it difficult for PSG with a star squad to get the UCL trophy in several seasons.
but this season, I think they will take their chances. as long as they don't throw away their current squad in the winter market.

[CryptoBuds]

I think Mbappe will stay with PSG to win UCL and then he will move to Real Madrid but if he somehow achieves to win UCL this season with PSG , he will more likely move to Real Madrid. On the same time , imagine if Messi wins UCL with PSG after winning WC with Argentina as that would be a season that won't be replicated for many years to come

I do think that Mbappe is considering a move to Real Madrid despite the rumors of him being linked with a move to Real Madrid when his contract expires with PSG, the main reason why PSG brought Messi, Mbappe, and  Naymer together is because of the UCL and it will be a thing of joy if Mbappe lift the trophy with PSG but then he may not consider moving to Real Madrid because the opportunity he has in PSG to determine the player that stays or leaves the club can not be given to him in Madrid I think Mbappe will remain with PSG even after he has won the UCL with PSG.

Mbappe has been playing in UCL with PSG in so many seasons but the result was always the same. Competing in UCL is even harder caused by you will be facing so many great clubs with the best players in the world.
I think that real madrid was still interested to get him. Mbappe itself can be considered as a good striker. His performance with france proven that if it's worthy to get him. I hope that mbappe will try to decide the best choice for his career.

After Mbappe's amazing performance in this World Cup, I think any renowned club would be interested in signing Mbappe. We saw a selfish Mbappe in the PSG team. But his performance in the World Cup was completely different. He played great. Any club would be keen to add a player like Mbappe to their squad. Real Madrid are still looking for a replacement for Benzema. Benzema is now quite old and his fitness is not good. Every season we see Mbappe interested in joining Madrid but at the last minute he extended his contract with PSG. I think Mbappe will stay with PSG for a few more seasons.

[Oluwa-btc]

I think Mbappe will stay with PSG to win UCL and then he will move to Real Madrid but if he somehow achieves to win UCL this season with PSG , he will more likely move to Real Madrid. On the same time , imagine if Messi wins UCL with PSG after winning WC with Argentina as that would be a season that won't be replicated for many years to come

I do think that Mbappe is considering a move to Real Madrid despite the rumors of him being linked with a move to Real Madrid when his contract expires with PSG, the main reason why PSG brought Messi, Mbappe, and  Naymer together is because of the UCL and it will be a thing of joy if Mbappe lift the trophy with PSG but then he may not consider moving to Real Madrid because the opportunity he has in PSG to determine the player that stays or leaves the club can not be given to him in Madrid I think Mbappe will remain with PSG even after he has won the UCL with PSG.

I think he would possibly leave maybe next season, representing a club like Manchester United would make lots of brains don't you think so also ? I'll so much love it if he would brace himself and leave Parish to explore other leagues.

I've also tipped em to win the Champions League, they should be really be favorites when they face up Bayern Munich during the Champions League. That is if your prediction goes well, Lionel Messi officially becomes Ballon d'or award winner for the eight time. Smiles.

[hahay]

PSG are the kings of ligue 1 and no single club can compete with them. They are always consistent in every match and always win it. Mbappe, Messi and Neymar are the most dangerous trio so far for any club in Ligue 1, it's clear that PSG will lock in the Ligue 1 title this season. About fighting Bayern Munich in the UCL competition it seems that it is quite difficult, these two teams are the same as the top standings and indeed from statistics Bayern Munich always excels in UCL matches, so I think Bayern Munich will win this match again when they meet PSG later.

Staying with the tag of King of Ligue 1 has never been ideal because they want to be King in Europe as well with this squad and quality because now things are to change, and they must need to achieve this which is possible in this season because now they are impressive in all departments even in last few matches they have issues, but they are still able to settle these things quickly.

Mbappé saga is surely right now at the top, but they also need to have good results for having better future and maintain their this system now after two months they are going to face Bayern Munich which is also having same tag in Germany even their record in Europe is also amazing which will help them for having better results, but now we will have good contest between these two teams and first test after world cup for the Mbappé and Messi.

Even though PSG is a strong team in Ligue 1, PSG doesn't always win and can still be beaten, at least PSG isn't always easy to win. Because after all, so far this season PSG has also got two draws in Ligue 1, these results certainly prove that even though they are the strongest team, they are not always easy for PSG to gain full points.
So yes, a king or not, in reality they won't always win in every match.

What's more, PSG in Ligue 1 haven't won enough titles, and if PSG wants to be like a more perfect king then PSG must be able to win more Ligue 1 titles and in a continuous way like Bayern Munich in the Bundesliga.
But regarding the match in the Champions League against Bayern Munich, basically PSG still has a chance to win, because at this moment the PSG players are in their best performance and chemistry. So yes, I personally am pretty sure that PSG can still beat Bayern Munich.

[rby]

I think Mbappe will stay with PSG to win UCL and then he will move to Real Madrid but if he somehow achieves to win UCL this season with PSG , he will more likely move to Real Madrid. On the same time , imagine if Messi wins UCL with PSG after winning WC with Argentina as that would be a season that won't be replicated for many years to come

I do think that Mbappe is considering a move to Real Madrid despite the rumors of him being linked with a move to Real Madrid when his contract expires with PSG, the main reason why PSG brought Messi, Mbappe, and  Naymer together is because of the UCL and it will be a thing of joy if Mbappe lift the trophy with PSG but then he may not consider moving to Real Madrid because the opportunity he has in PSG to determine the player that stays or leaves the club can not be given to him in Madrid I think Mbappe will remain with PSG even after he has won the UCL with PSG.

If Mbappe leaves psg the type of glory he has in the club may not be given him by any other club. I will think that he will want to remain where he is the boss and where he will take part in decision making of the club.
But it will be a shame to Mbappe, Neymar and Messi if they fail again this year to reach the Champions league finals.
Psg has invested much and they deserve to win.

[BALIK]

I think no other club would have given Mbappe the number of opportunities PSG management has given him. And that's why Mbappe has been interested in joining Madrid every season, but he ended up signing a contract extension with PSG. PSG paid a lot of money for Mbappe. But teams like Madrid or Manchester United are ready to spend this amount of money. But they won't let Mbappe interfere in the club's internal affairs. PSG management, on the other hand, prioritizes Mbappe's opinion on all matters internal to the club. This is why Mbappe is not leaving PSG. It is foolish to think that Mbappe is only at PSG for money.

The salary Mbappe is receiving in PSG with a new contract is insane which he can not find in other clubs. If big clubs keep raising their salary ceilings, soon we will see massive collapses in finance from them. I do think they know about risk they are facing with if they join the insane salary race.

Mbappe if want to join another big club, he will have to sacrifice his salary and accept a lower salary. He has to choose between winning trophies, personal awards rather than receiving highest salary. Honestly, at PSG level, they are already in a top range in Europe but to win trophies, awards, Real Madrid is a better choice for Mbappe. Beyond Real Madrid, I can not find another good club for him.

But one risk factor, the long time President of Real Madrid Florentino Perez is already too old and that club can have big change in upper structure any time. That can put Real Madrid in a few years of crisis if it happens.

Did Real Madrid offer Mbappe a lower salary than PSG? I don't remember this. If Real Madrid expects low wages how do they expect Mbappe to leave high wages to join Madrid? But I think Bayern Munich, City or Manchester United are ready to pay Mbappe the same wages as PSG.

Mbappe won't leave Ligue 1 unless he gets high wages. The best club in Ligue 1 is PSG. And almost every season they are able to win the title. Now PSG's hopes will be met if they win the Champions League title.

If Florentino Perez leaves Madrid then Madrid will face a crisis. Perez is very experienced and smart. Real Madrid is now strong and financially stable because of his decision. I think he is trying to build a strong Madrid squad with youth before he retires.

[Jody.Drummer]

If Mbappe leaves psg the type of glory he has in the club may not be given him by any other club. I will think that he will want to remain where he is the boss and where he will take part in decision making of the club.
But it will be a shame to Mbappe, Neymar and Messi if they fail again this year to reach the Champions league finals.
Psg has invested much and they deserve to win.

But actually that's very good, regardless of any condition Mbappe in Ligue 1 actually has more authority which makes them really hampered.
When he is at a club that treats him like a player in general and when the club has high competitive conditions in every game, this is actually a very good thing to take care of mentally and hone his players to be even better.

But the problem is I still feel that no one will dare to do that now, especially with the high release clause and the very large salary it is clear that it will be difficult for him to leave.

[rahmad2nd]

I think Mbappe will stay with PSG to win UCL and then he will move to Real Madrid but if he somehow achieves to win UCL this season with PSG , he will more likely move to Real Madrid. On the same time , imagine if Messi wins UCL with PSG after winning WC with Argentina as that would be a season that won't be replicated for many years to come

I do think that Mbappe is considering a move to Real Madrid despite the rumors of him being linked with a move to Real Madrid when his contract expires with PSG, the main reason why PSG brought Messi, Mbappe, and  Naymer together is because of the UCL and it will be a thing of joy if Mbappe lift the trophy with PSG but then he may not consider moving to Real Madrid because the opportunity he has in PSG to determine the player that stays or leaves the club can not be given to him in Madrid I think Mbappe will remain with PSG even after he has won the UCL with PSG.

Mbappe is not going anywhere before his contract expires with PSG. and even if Mbappe does leave PSG, it won't be for this season or in next summer's transfer window. imagine, how much transfer value does a club need to bring him from the Parc des Princes. the only one willing to bring in Mbappe for a fantastic transfer fee was Real Madrid, but the deal didn't go according to plan. So, I'm sure Mbappe will stay with PSG for at least one or two seasons. except, if Madrid still wants him. but so far, it is reported that Madrid are reluctant to sign Mbappe. most likely, no one will sign Mbappe in the near future, even if Madrid are interested, perhaps after Mbappe has finished his contract with SPG.

On the other hand, there are rumors that Messi will extend his contract with PSG, even so until now we have not heard an official statement from Messi regarding his future with PSG.

[hd49728]

After Mbappe's amazing performance in this World Cup, I think any renowned club would be interested in signing Mbappe. We saw a selfish Mbappe in the PSG team. But his performance in the World Cup was completely different. He played great. Any club would be keen to add a player like Mbappe to their squad.

Mbappe ability is well known and he is one of a few brightest stars of a new generation after Messi, Ronaldo and Hazard, Bale, Neymar. Haaland is the only player in this young generation can compete with Mbappe.

Both of them are like Cristiano Ronaldo, Ibrahimovic and Bale in some personal characterisitcs. But none of them are similar to Messi who is a genius with unique skills and too broad vision on field

The performance in World Cup 2022 helps Mbappe to increase his reputation and value.

Real Madrid are still looking for a replacement for Benzema. Benzema is now quite old and his fitness is not good. Every season we see Mbappe interested in joining Madrid but at the last minute he extended his contract with PSG. I think Mbappe will stay with PSG for a few more seasons.

They are looking for replacement of Benzema but Mbappe is not a player they want to sign with after what happened a few months ago. It is unbelievable that Mbappe canceled the transfer at very last minutes.

If not Real Madrid, if not Manchester City, it is impossible to find other clubs which can satisfy Mbappe from salary to chances for winning trophies.

Newcatsle United is rich too but they are not better than PSG so Mbappe difinitely won't join them.