French Soccer League Predictions and Discussion Thread (Ligue 1)

[Texac]

He didn't move to Real Madrid when the chance came up he decided to stay a season further with league one reigning Champions. With Real Madrid saying no to him now, I'm weighing the options where next he'll likely be! The Saudi Arabian Premier League, The Spanish League, Premier League and also an extension of his contract with Paris Saint Germans?

I'd love to see him in the Premier League. Manchester United or Liverpool would be considered great, with Mo Salah rumours of leaving Liverpool can afford his salaries. Same as Manchester United.

The Saudi Arabian Premier League will be more competitive than the European Competitions in no time soon, they're drawing all the best players out from Europe.

PSG did everything to make him remain in the French League when Real Madrid was desperately seeking for him. They made him the highest-paid and made him the most powerful player in a club that houses Messi and Neymar. I am surprised that Real Madrid has ended their interest in the player even when they had the opportunity to sign him for free.

From what I gathered his age is now a problem to the Los Blancos because they prefer to sign more younger players than the 26-year-old striker. His wage bill could also cause a financial burden on the club. I also suspect that some key players in Real Madrid might not be comfortable with Mbappé who is known to be bossy and self-centered. Maybe these stars might have discouraged the club from going for him to prevent a repeat of the personality clash that happened between Mbappé, Neymar and Messi in PSG.

Mbappé will have to remain in PSG until the end of his contract and PSG will like to persuade him to sign a new deal. I suspect he would reject such a move and seek another challenge somewhere else. He would never consider going to the Saudi Arabia Pro League regardless of the amount they will be willing to splash on him. Manchester United, Liverpool, Newcastle or Arsenal will be suitable for him to chase his dream of winning both club and individual trophies. I didn't mention Manchester City because they already have some of these best attackers which includes Erling Haaland.

PSG was obviously not going to let him go for free. They can at least get 150 million by selling him. So obviously there is no reason for them to let him go for free and they are obviously going to take action if he wants to make any loss for PSG. That's what they did. They did not want to play him when he said that he was going to leave at the end of the contract. But that also meant he was going to have to sit the whole season on the bench or even be in the reserve team. So he had to extend the contract. But now he has a really good chance of going to Real Madrid. And if a player actually wants to leave a club, the club cannot do much to keep him.

[Hirose UK]

It is true that Le Havre was able to start the season at the start of League 1 quite well and even managed to surpass several old teams competing there even though it was only in 7th position, but this was quite good achievement for newcomer.
If their performance in the future can get better, then for next season there is hope that Le Havre will be able to become one of the top teams that dominates the match and they have big chance of to get UCL ticket.

Unfortunately, I not sure Le Havre can maintain draw in this match because Monaco makes this match quite important in getting points to be able to overtake PSG.
But nothing is impossible in football match and surprises can happen, as was the case in the Premier League yesterday which saw Chelsea beat Tottenham.

Le Havre coming to the Ligue 1 and remaining 7th on the log is a good start to the season. You can compare them to the likes of Unai Emery’s Aston Villa who is building up fast and good and if they continue like this, even next season with better recruitments amd form, I think they’ll be competing for a spot in the UCL in coming season, I think football has gone beyond what’s played on the field to the club’s financial capacity. Would the owners of the team invest on this team to generate positive results, because that’s what’s needed.

 The match against Monaco over the weekend will be a big one, if Le Havre can take a point from this encounter then I think they’re on track for something great, but it's going to be very tough cause Monaco are a big side and one of the toughest in the league currently.

This season, there are many teams in each league that have started the season well even surpassing some of the top teams that always dominate the league, and one of them is League 1 with Le Havre being newcomer from League 2.
They have provided real proof that a promoted team like them is also worthy of competing in League 1 with other big and strong teams.
I also believe that if we succeed in making a lot of progress then Le Havre can appear to participate in the UCL in the future.

Their match will take place tomorrow and we can see if Le Havre can really put pressure on Monaco as expected and end the match with draw to at least get one point saved.
Monaco has big opportunity and they are the favorites in this match, but I still hope for surprises or unexpected things that could happen.

[bering]

Nice has just slipped yesterday this indeed very dissapoint result because i expect them can be playing more consistent and occupy first place much longer but they were just failed to win at Montpellier home ground and now it's PSG turn to taking advantages from that result because PSG only have 2 difference points below to Nice and Reims performance actually was quite stable because they only lose once from 6 matches but PSG is too strong for them especially PSG want to utilized this match to bounce back after defeated by AC Milan on champion league but PSG squad conditions a bit not good because if i am not mistaken their players Randal Kolo Muani and Hakimi will not in the squad because of card accumulation and these players is important players for PSG so hopefully losing them will have not any affect for PSG performance later

[klidex]

From the start of the season until today Nice has always performed extraordinary and the only bad thing this club has experienced is drawing and never being defeated.
Sometimes I really wonder if this club doesn't have high quality players but is very consistent without being defeated or maybe because this club is taking advantage of the situation when other clubs are planning to compete in other competitions as other people have said here.
The current score is still 0-0 and Nice almost scored but missed the wrong shot and if Montpellier managed to withstand any pressure from Nice it would probably only be a draw but if Nice loses luck is on Montpellier's side but the chances are very small.

Montpellier vs Nice The first half ended without a score (0-0), it seems like Nice have a tough opponent on matchday 12 tonight, but there is still the second half and I think Nice can still scored. In fact, even though they are playing away now, but the Nice team can control over the course of this match. And there is a possibility that Nice can increase their attacking power in the second half, to be able to scored and steal three points at the Mosson stadium.

In the end the match ended in a goalless draw, even though Nice did not manage to get three points in that match, at least Nice did not experience defeat and Nice managed to secure their goal so as not to concede a goal from the home team.

Honestly, I admit that Montpellier's defense was quite strong in that match and Nice took a shot towards goal but unfortunately it didn't produce a result even though Nice put up quite a strong fight in that match, they had to be satisfied with sharing the points and currently Nice is still at the top temporary standings until we see PSG's results in the match against Reims. If PSG manages to win the match, PSG will be at the top again, replacing Nice.

[piebeyb]

Tomorrow, PSG will visit Reims headquarters. and referring to the betting options, PSG is far superior to the home team. even based on odds, PSG has a low value with @1.56. on paper, PSG should be able to win this match.

If you look at the number of betting opportunities and look at the odds, maybe PSG is very favored, but today we will know who is more worthy of winning this match, Reims is playing at home and this is also the hope of all its supporters, especially since its position is very good in 4th place in the standings so only four points different from PSG who are in second place in the standings, I think Reims is a club that should be taken into account too and cannot be underestimated.

I hope the PSG players play fully considering that yesterday they played in the UCL and lost to MIilan, Enrique's task now is to pay attention to the players who will be fielded, make sure their performance and stamina are maintained against Reims today, I may not be too sure that PSG will play their best maybe but I hope they win the match by a close score or the result will be a draw, because Reims certainly doesn't want to lose points and will defend their position too.

[Bobrox]

Tomorrow, PSG will visit Reims headquarters. and referring to the betting options, PSG is far superior to the home team. even based on odds, PSG has a low value with @1.56. on paper, PSG should be able to win this match.

Depend on opponent team Reims have top fourth position standings and PSG odd @1.56 looks realistic, although on the paper PSG most favorite for winning but Reims will make hard fighting for take points with their away match. PSG should able to win with Reims opponent team after Nice failed with three points achievement and make on top standings position remaining 2 points, its bigger chance for PSG return to the top position place if can get three points from Reims.
I don't think problem with PSG for defeating  Reims although have bad performed last match in UEFA Champion League, can't be huge problem after PSG have poor performance in Champion League will continue in Ligue 1 because its great moment back to the top standings after the rival team Nice loss three points.

[X-ray]

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Montpellier vs Nice The first half ended without a score (0-0), it seems like Nice have a tough opponent on matchday 12 tonight, but there is still the second half and I think Nice can still scored. In fact, even though they are playing away now, but the Nice team can control over the course of this match. And there is a possibility that Nice can increase their attacking power in the second half, to be able to scored and steal three points at the Mosson stadium.

Finally the match between Nice vs Montpellier ended with a score of 0-0, even though there were quite a lot of good opportunities presented but none of them were scored, Montpellier's defense was really good today.  With only 2 points adrift, PSG's chances of returning to 1st place are very big, facing Reims later, PSG will definitely win well even though in the UCL match yesterday they lost 2-1 to Milan.  Monaco is also only 1 point away from PSG, if PSG is held to a draw or loses then Monaco will be in 2nd place ^{(Monaco will definitely win smoothly against Havre)}

Unacceptable result. Nice has been doing some great things

- Made lots of shoots
- Lots of goal attemps
- big ball possessions

The only problem that was preventing nice from winning this game is lack of proper finishing. Nice has been making some golden chances but the attackers were not lucky enough. The draw was not the result that wanted by lots of bettors and this is a very bad result.
If you ask me that why? it's caused by mostly bettors were picking nice instead of draw. The standing has become the sense reason but nice destroyed it.

I can't even describe how disappointed the result is.

[Velvet78]

There is a Lens - Marseille game tomorrow as well. Lens are of course the favoured side for the win and their odds are dropping as time goes on. Actually these teams aren't much different in general when we look at the standings. They have very similar statistics including the points. However there is an important difference as well.

While Lens are an average home team this season Marseille are really bad in away games. I mean they are the second worst team on it. Besides Lens beat them in both games last season too. Considering all of these things I think there is a good opportunity for Lens to win to climb more in the standings.

[Cryptmuster]

There is a Lens - Marseille game tomorrow as well. Lens are of course the favoured side for the win and their odds are dropping as time goes on. Actually these teams aren't much different in general when we look at the standings. They have very similar statistics including the points. However there is an important difference as well.

While Lens are an average home team this season Marseille are really bad in away games. I mean they are the second worst team on it. Besides Lens beat them in both games last season too. Considering all of these things I think there is a good opportunity for Lens to win to climb more in the standings.

Lens started the season poorly, now the results are better, but even in home matches there are many draws. Marseille is also not a very dangerous opponent away, but defeats alternate with draws. Lance and Marcel are next to each other in the table, for me everything suggests that there could be a draw. I also don’t exclude that Lance will be able to win, after all, they will have the support of fans at home games.

[Richbased]

Nice has just slipped yesterday this indeed very dissapoint result because i expect them can be playing more consistent and occupy first place much longer but they were just failed to win at Montpellier home ground and now it's PSG turn to taking advantages from that result because PSG only have 2 difference points below to Nice and Reims performance actually was quite stable because they only lose once from 6 matches but PSG is too strong for them especially PSG want to utilized this match to bounce back after defeated by AC Milan on champion league but PSG squad conditions a bit not good because if i am not mistaken their players Randal Kolo Muani and Hakimi will not in the squad because of card accumulation and these players is important players for PSG so hopefully losing them will have not any affect for PSG performance later

Nice was just very unfortunate in their match with Montpellier yesterday, though it isn't easy for them to continue is such an impressive form so far in the Ligue 1, but however it is better they drew the match than lost it, I think Nice is the only club that hasn't lost a match since the season began so they have been doing great job and deserves some credits.

The match between Reims and Paris Saints German might seem very easy for PSG to win but let's not forget that Stade Reims has also been performing well that's why they are occupying the fourth position so however any side can win this match regardless that PSG will put more effort and energy in this match in other to be at the top of the table so let's see how it goes today.

[topbitcoin]

Montpellier vs Nice The first half ended without a score (0-0), it seems like Nice have a tough opponent on matchday 12 tonight, but there is still the second half and I think Nice can still scored. In fact, even though they are playing away now, but the Nice team can control over the course of this match. And there is a possibility that Nice can increase their attacking power in the second half, to be able to scored and steal three points at the Mosson stadium.

Now their match time is running out and no goals have been scored in the match. I think Nice needs to press and attack harder in order to score one of the goals that might give Nice the three points on matchday 12 tonight. Because if their match ends in a draw tonight, it will be very possible for PSG to overtake Nice in tomorrow's match at home to Reims, so Nice needs to score one of the goals to win tonight.

The match ended with a scoreless score. Although indeed in this case it is still quite good for Nice because they can still win points and avoid their first defeat but still this 1 point makes them now vulnerable to being overtaken because with 1 point in this match the difference with PSG is only 2 points and Monaco has a difference of 3 points. If in the end for the PSG match against Reims and Monaco managed to get 3 points at Le Havre headquarters, Nice will indirectly plunge to 3rd place because PSG and Monaco will be able to overtake with the advantage of points and the difference in goal difference.
But it becomes interesting because for the championship race I expect something like this only when PSG is at the top this will not be too good for the championship race.

[imamusma]

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Nice was just very unfortunate in their match with Montpellier yesterday, though it isn't easy for them to continue is such an impressive form so far in the Ligue 1, but however it is better they drew the match than lost it, I think Nice is the only club that hasn't lost a match since the season began so they have been doing great job and deserves some credits.

The match between Reims and Paris Saints German might seem very easy for PSG to win but let's not forget that Stade Reims has also been performing well that's why they are occupying the fourth position so however any side can win this match regardless that PSG will put more effort and energy in this match in other to be at the top of the table so let's see how it goes today.

PSG, especially Luis Enrique, must thank Montpellier for helping them hold Nice to a draw. The momentum that PSG has been waiting for is now in front of them, just waiting to see how they take advantage of this opportunity. In the next few hours we will see the determination of the top of the Ligue 1 standings, Mbappe and his friends must forget the previous defeat to Milan and focus on this match.

Even though Nice drew yesterday against Montpellier, that still makes them the only unbeaten club so far in Ligue 1. Their performance is much better than last season, and makes PSG have to sweat a little. I don't think Reims will be able to trip up PSG, I don't see them being able to do that.

[Belarge]

Nice was just very unfortunate in their match with Montpellier yesterday, though it isn't easy for them to continue is such an impressive form so far in the Ligue 1, but however it is better they drew the match than lost it, I think Nice is the only club that hasn't lost a match since the season began so they have been doing great job and deserves some credits.

The match between Reims and Paris Saints German might seem very easy for PSG to win but let's not forget that Stade Reims has also been performing well that's why they are occupying the fourth position so however any side can win this match regardless that PSG will put more effort and energy in this match in other to be at the top of the table so let's see how it goes today.

When I checked the highlights and watched the goalless draw between Montpellier and Nice, I was dissatisfied. I projected the visitors to win the game with the goal to take the upper hand with more points on the board, but it appears they squandered such a wonderful opportunity. Nice will undoubtedly fall from first place in the Ligue One league this season. Details about the game, I would say Nice narrowly avoided their first defeat of the season, but we shouldn't be too sure about Les Aiglons because they've stumbled and it will take time for the club to stand strong, and they won't even survive in the competitive race.

[rendravolt]

I don't know what Nice was thinking, they had the opportunity to maintain top position with a difference of 3 points but instead only got 1 point after only drawing against Montpellier without any goals. Nice started to experience a deadlock and that's why every time they win by 1 goal it won't be enough to make them safe forever. They should have started improving since the previous few matches to increase the number of goal productivity and they don't seem to be able to do that for sure. Now it is clear that PSG has the opportunity to overtake Nice at the top of the standings and they can do that in today's match against Reims.

[MAAManda]

I don't know what Nice was thinking, they had the opportunity to maintain top position with a difference of 3 points but instead only got 1 point after only drawing against Montpellier without any goals. Nice started to experience a deadlock and that's why every time they win by 1 goal it won't be enough to make them safe forever. They should have started improving since the previous few matches to increase the number of goal productivity and they don't seem to be able to do that for sure. Now it is clear that PSG has the opportunity to overtake Nice at the top of the standings and they can do that in today's match against Reims.

Nice had quite a lot of opportunities to score goals at de la Mosson, but Montpellier's defensive play was stronger so Nice was unable to score a single goal. This can all be seen from the match statistics where Nice had 15 shot attempts and 4 shots on goal.

Today we'll also see PSG play against Reims, even though they are playing away from home, this shouldn't be a big problem for PSG even if their opponent is Reims. They have a real objective here, 3 points to be at the top of the Ligue 1 standings.

[Jody.Drummer]

I don't know what Nice was thinking, they had the opportunity to maintain top position with a difference of 3 points but instead only got 1 point after only drawing against Montpellier without any goals. Nice started to experience a deadlock and that's why every time they win by 1 goal it won't be enough to make them safe forever. They should have started improving since the previous few matches to increase the number of goal productivity and they don't seem to be able to do that for sure. Now it is clear that PSG has the opportunity to overtake Nice at the top of the standings and they can do that in today's match against Reims.

My concern for them occurred in this match, yes because previously I was worried about their attack line which was not so productive, and what we saw in this match proved that they did not have a predator who could create goals very well. They weren't without chances in this match, in fact they had several, but again they weren't good at finishing. They are strong in defense, but when they can't create goals then they can't win.
They need to improve on this, because sooner or later, the opposition will know their weaknesses.

[tusandii]

Nice was just very unfortunate in their match with Montpellier yesterday, though it isn't easy for them to continue is such an impressive form so far in the Ligue 1, but however it is better they drew the match than lost it, I think Nice is the only club that hasn't lost a match since the season began so they have been doing great job and deserves some credits.

The match between Reims and Paris Saints German might seem very easy for PSG to win but let's not forget that Stade Reims has also been performing well that's why they are occupying the fourth position so however any side can win this match regardless that PSG will put more effort and energy in this match in other to be at the top of the table so let's see how it goes today.

When I checked the highlights and watched the goalless draw between Montpellier and Nice, I was dissatisfied. I projected the visitors to win the game with the goal to take the upper hand with more points on the board, but it appears they squandered such a wonderful opportunity. Nice will undoubtedly fall from first place in the Ligue One league this season. Details about the game, I would say Nice narrowly avoided their first defeat of the season, but we shouldn't be too sure about Les Aiglons because they've stumbled and it will take time for the club to stand strong, and they won't even survive in the competitive race.

It is possible that PSG will again take over the first position in the League 1 points table because Nice yesterday failed to get 3 points while the opponents they faced were only weak clubs while Nice is in a very strong condition but it would not be surprising if yesterday's match was a draw because previously I said that I should be careful with the match. It's usually a surprise and it turns out to be true.
Meanwhile, today Monaco will also compete against
Le Havre and it is too easy for Monaco to win in this match because in terms of performance Monaco is far superior with a fairly stable performance but I would also doubt this match because the chance of a draw could also happen and it is better to do an in-depth analysis in this match because I felt there would be another surprise.

[jeha2015]

I don't know what Nice was thinking, they had the opportunity to maintain top position with a difference of 3 points but instead only got 1 point after only drawing against Montpellier without any goals. Nice started to experience a deadlock and that's why every time they win by 1 goal it won't be enough to make them safe forever. They should have started improving since the previous few matches to increase the number of goal productivity and they don't seem to be able to do that for sure. Now it is clear that PSG has the opportunity to overtake Nice at the top of the standings and they can do that in today's match against Reims.

Nice tried their best to win this match, they even controlled the game and took 12 shots, only 3 of which were on target, but unfortunately the result was still a draw. Nice are not yet mentally ready to become PSG's tough competitors this season because they don't have players who are strong enough in all lines and when players get stuck they don't have any other options.

Of course, the draw is very profitable for PSG, who will face Reims in a few moments, and PSG will not waste this opportunity to overtake Nice in first place. I think this match is easy for PSG even though if you look at the h2h in the last two matches they ended in a draw but in this match PSG will field a full squad.

[hahay]

I don't know what Nice was thinking, they had the opportunity to maintain top position with a difference of 3 points but instead only got 1 point after only drawing against Montpellier without any goals. Nice started to experience a deadlock and that's why every time they win by 1 goal it won't be enough to make them safe forever. They should have started improving since the previous few matches to increase the number of goal productivity and they don't seem to be able to do that for sure. Now it is clear that PSG has the opportunity to overtake Nice at the top of the standings and they can do that in today's match against Reims.

Well, it doesn't matter that Nice for example managed to increase their goal productivity in this moment because anyway, in the end PSG will also manage to take over the top position of Ligue 1. So ya, I think Nice just managed to keep clean sheets so far and maybe, that's also the best way for Nice considering Nice don't have high goal productivity. But indeed, if for example Nice managed to increase their goal productivity rate then of course, it would be very good for Nice at this moment. But, considering Nice are not a team that has the quality to be consistent with winning streaks throughout the season, then of course it will still be difficult for Nice to be able to maintain its top position in the Ligue 1 standings until the end of this seasons.

[Blitzboy]

I don't know what Nice was thinking, they had the opportunity to maintain top position with a difference of 3 points but instead only got 1 point after only drawing against Montpellier without any goals. Nice started to experience a deadlock and that's why every time they win by 1 goal it won't be enough to make them safe forever. They should have started improving since the previous few matches to increase the number of goal productivity and they don't seem to be able to do that for sure. Now it is clear that PSG has the opportunity to overtake Nice at the top of the standings and they can do that in today's match against Reims.

Nice had quite a lot of opportunities to score goals at de la Mosson, but Montpellier's defensive play was stronger so Nice was unable to score a single goal. This can all be seen from the match statistics where Nice had 15 shot attempts and 4 shots on goal.

Today we'll also see PSG play against Reims, even though they are playing away from home, this shouldn't be a big problem for PSG even if their opponent is Reims. They have a real objective here, 3 points to be at the top of the Ligue 1 standings.

Scratching the surface when we talk about Nice's failure to score from many shots. Their lack of creative and adaptable tactics in the last third is the true problem. In these pivotal moments, its time to challenge the coaching choices and player responsibilities.

Its not only a game for PSG to win; the encounter serves as a gauge of the team's flexibility and resiliency. Although PSG has an excellent record away from home and against Reims, their most recent defeat and Reims' strong defence this year expose possible weaknesses in PSG's defence. Recognising the changing dynamics of Ligue 1 is more important than undervaluing Reims.