French Soccer League Predictions and Discussion Thread (Ligue 1)

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The problems that occurred between Mbappe and PSG at the start of the season have been resolved after the player agreed to extend his contract as proposed by PSG. Mbappe is a big player, he has to do something to boost his career. Staying with PSG is not a good decision for him, because he can still get trophies with other clubs that he has never been able to get while playing for PSG.
Every time the transfer market opens, rumors of Mbappe leaving PSG always become the main topic. He must take a stand for a better future, stay with PSG or move to another club.

I don't know what Mbappe wants by extending his contract at PSG. Is that a strategy from Mbappe so that if another club wants to sign him then they have to spend large amounts of money and make a tempting offer? Because I think what does Mbappe need from PSG? He's got everything there. Has PSG offered Mbappe a large salary so that he chooses to stay at PSG?

This possibility is just one of the tactics PSG is doing so that Mbappe does not leave for free because we know that with the current situation, we realize that PSG will continue to try to tie Mbappe because his abilities are still very useful for the club. On the other hand when his contract is almost up PSG will still try to keep him but if not then they will sell at a price that is quite expensive especially with the previous few seasons even some clubs do not hesitate to bid more than 150 million.
Right now the situation remains the same. PSG will still try to keep Mbappe even with the many dramas that occur as before if it doesn't work  they will release Mbappe.

But of course this is also risky because it could be that some club are waiting for Mbappe to be a free transfer in order to minimize the price obtained and that happened for Madrid. Although they are often linked with Mbappe but now we can see that Madrid are more active and seem not to care too much about the many rumors that exist. 

[Luzin]

I don't know what Mbappe wants by extending his contract at PSG. Is that a strategy from Mbappe so that if another club wants to sign him then they have to spend large amounts of money and make a tempting offer? Because I think what does Mbappe need from PSG? He's got everything there. Has PSG offered Mbappe a large salary so that he chooses to stay at PSG?

There has been no official news or statement from Mbaape. But his contract with PSG is a form of professional football player. I think there is an agreement between Mbaape and PSG that is not disclosed publicly. The latest news is that Real Madrid will make a final offer to PSG. But until now there has been no new news. Only Real Madrid has looked serious in the past few reports.

[Hvdv]

I don't know what Mbappe wants by extending his contract at PSG. Is that a strategy from Mbappe so that if another club wants to sign him then they have to spend large amounts of money and make a tempting offer? Because I think what does Mbappe need from PSG? He's got everything there. Has PSG offered Mbappe a large salary so that he chooses to stay at PSG?

There has been no official news or statement from Mbaape. But his contract with PSG is a form of professional football player. I think there is an agreement between Mbaape and PSG that is not disclosed publicly. The latest news is that Real Madrid will make a final offer to PSG. But until now there has been no new news. Only Real Madrid has looked serious in the past few reports.

I can understand Real Madrid's insistence on Mbappe. Real Madrid is an important team and they have shortcomings in the offensive area. A star like Mbappe would be great to complete these shortcomings. Mbappe is an attacking player who can take Real Madrid to the next level. My only fear is that he will suffer injuries like Hazard. I hope we can enjoy watching him in the Real Madrid jersey if he is transferred.

[piebeyb]

I agree that Ligue 1 is the lowest quality league compared to the top five major European Leagues but still it is very interesting from a prediction or betting discussion point of view.This is a very hard to predict league if we remove PSG as they are going to be the clear winnerd even in this season.

I also never bet on Ligue 1 again because what you said is true or maybe it's me who can't analyze it properly because I rarely read information about Ligue 1 compared to other leagues, so I often lose in betting bets when betting on several matches in Ligue 1, for some reason the matches in Ligue 1 are not very interesting and exciting compared to other leagues, just because PSG seems to dominate that league and it is easy to predict that they will be the champions this season.

I don't think that Ligue 1 is a low quality league, it's just that they don't have many clubs that are playing well in the league this season or are quite famous, just look at PSG's consistency at the top of the standings without losing, it shows that Ligue 1 clubs cannot stop PSG's dominance with Good.  

[Velvet78]

While thinking about which team would be able to stop PSG's winning streak in the league Lille managed to do it.    I actually thought PSG would win the game after getting ahead. But I must admit that Lille were better playing side in the second half and they got what they wanted from this very challenging game for themselves.

Now PSG's next fixture is against Metz home. I expect a comfortable win by PSG honestly. Metz have been losing for three weeks in a row and it is about to become four weeks. As Nice are going to play a tough game against Lens as well maybe PSG can increase the point gap with Nice too.

[Mame89]

The problems that occurred between Mbappe and PSG at the start of the season have been resolved after the player agreed to extend his contract as proposed by PSG. Mbappe is a big player, he has to do something to boost his career. Staying with PSG is not a good decision for him, because he can still get trophies with other clubs that he has never been able to get while playing for PSG.
Every time the transfer market opens, rumors of Mbappe leaving PSG always become the main topic. He must take a stand for a better future, stay with PSG or move to another club.

I don't know what Mbappe wants by extending his contract at PSG. Is that a strategy from Mbappe so that if another club wants to sign him then they have to spend large amounts of money and make a tempting offer? Because I think what does Mbappe need from PSG? He's got everything there. Has PSG offered Mbappe a large salary so that he chooses to stay at PSG?

For PSG, Mbappe is a golden player. They don't want to lose Mbappe because of this. Some news has spread that Mbappe also wants to play in Real Madrid. If there is any truth to it, a Real Madrid transfer is also possible. If he had done something like this to earn more money from PSG, he would have accepted the astronomical offer from Saudi Arabia. I think the problem is not money.

Yes, because Mbappe is PSG's golden player, so PSG will do whatever it is important that Mbappe does not leave PSG. We also have to admit that he is a young player with great potential and PSG knows that, that's why they are doing everything they can to keep the player at PSG. I also agree with you, this is not about money but about the pressure that Mbappe is experiencing apart from adding money.

The pressure is heavy, Mbape. Everyone knows what they want, who doesn't want to pursue a career. He really wanted to go and become a star at any club, he even stated that he was interested in joining Real Madrid. But he was not given. Last season, the PSG president even asked the French president to restrain Mbape from staying at PSG. From there we already know, the PSG president is scary, bro, Mbape will not calm down. Of course there is a lot of heavy pressure. IMO

[Fiatless]

Basically, PSG management doesn't want to lose Mbappe for nothing. Apart from that, Mbappe is a valuable asset that PSG has. If he leaves, it might make things difficult for PSG, but fortunately, Mbappe wants to extend his contract with PSG, I don't know what the reason is, which makes Mbappe want to stay at PSG even though at first Mbappe is reluctant to extend his contract and wants to continue his career at a big club where he can win a UCL title. But at least PSG managed to retain their golden player to continue contributing to the team.

I don't know where the news that Mbappé will sign a new contract is emanating from. We have not heard any report from PSG or the representative of the French striker. But I know that PSG will do everything possible to make him extend his contract because this is the only way they can make money from the deal. If they allow Mbappé to leave at the end of next season without a new contract that contains a huge release clause, the club will end up getting nothing from his transfer.

One event that could motivate the striker to remain in France is if PSG win the Champions League this season. The trophy will boast Mbappé's opportunity to win the Ballon d'Or which is the long ambition of the young player. PSG are favourites to win in the UCL second-round game against Real Sociedad. The Spanish side is not at its best this season and they are in the 6th position of the La Liga.

[Iranus]

I don't know what Mbappe wants by extending his contract at PSG. Is that a strategy from Mbappe so that if another club wants to sign him then they have to spend large amounts of money and make a tempting offer? Because I think what does Mbappe need from PSG? He's got everything there. Has PSG offered Mbappe a large salary so that he chooses to stay at PSG?

There has been no official news or statement from Mbaape. But his contract with PSG is a form of professional football player. I think there is an agreement between Mbaape and PSG that is not disclosed publicly. The latest news is that Real Madrid will make a final offer to PSG. But until now there has been no new news. Only Real Madrid has looked serious in the past few reports.

Mbappe is the most important player in PSG's squad. He is the main scorer of PSG. Mbappe has the ability to score a lot of goals. This is why PSG management does not want to lose Mbappe. But for the last few years we have been hearing that Real Madrid are interested in Mbappe. Mbappe also wants to play for Real Madrid. However, every season the PSG management has renewed Mbappe's contract and provided Mbappe with plenty of opportunities. But Mbappe will definitely want to win the Champions League or play in a competitive league like La liga, Premier League. Mbappe's chances of winning the Champions League with PSG are slim. For these reasons, Mbappe may change teams next season.

[Swordsoffreedom]

The problems that occurred between Mbappe and PSG at the start of the season have been resolved after the player agreed to extend his contract as proposed by PSG. Mbappe is a big player, he has to do something to boost his career. Staying with PSG is not a good decision for him, because he can still get trophies with other clubs that he has never been able to get while playing for PSG.
Every time the transfer market opens, rumors of Mbappe leaving PSG always become the main topic. He must take a stand for a better future, stay with PSG or move to another club.

I don't know what Mbappe wants by extending his contract at PSG. Is that a strategy from Mbappe so that if another club wants to sign him then they have to spend large amounts of money and make a tempting offer? Because I think what does Mbappe need from PSG? He's got everything there. Has PSG offered Mbappe a large salary so that he chooses to stay at PSG?

There is no way to say for sure if Mbappe will leave PSG. Because for the last few seasons there have been strong rumors that Mbappe will leave the team. But Mbappe has renewed his contract with PSG every time at the last minute. It would not be surprising if something similar happens this season.
However, PSG's overall condition is not good. Winning the Champions League title is much more difficult for this team. Mbappe will definitely want to win the Champions League title. This is why Real Madrid, Liverpool or Arsenal could be better choices for Mbappe. And these clubs will be able to pay Mbappe high wages.

I believe he will be more successful in the Premier League, but Real Madrid is his dream team. That's why I think the Real Madrid option is one step ahead. Real Madrid will want to have him in the team. Although there probably isn't a team in the world that wouldn't want to have him on their team. Mbappe is one of the top 3 names among currently active football players. I don't know if PSG will be able to surprise, but I expect him to leave PSG at the end of the year.

Any team in La Liga and Premier League would want to have a player as talented as Mbappe in their squad. Because he can score a lot of goals. But why Mbappe is still not leaving PSG is a mystery. PSG paid Mbappe huge wages, but Premier League teams are also capable of paying higher wages. However, Premier League and La Liga are very competitive compared to Ligue 1. Ligue 1 teams are relatively weak. And it's easy for Mbappe to score as well. So Mbappe doesn't want to risk going to a competitive league? Because in competitive leagues the risk of injury is high and performance is likely to deteriorate.

[fzkto]

I don't know what Mbappe wants by extending his contract at PSG. Is that a strategy from Mbappe so that if another club wants to sign him then they have to spend large amounts of money and make a tempting offer? Because I think what does Mbappe need from PSG? He's got everything there. Has PSG offered Mbappe a large salary so that he chooses to stay at PSG?

There has been no official news or statement from Mbaape. But his contract with PSG is a form of professional football player. I think there is an agreement between Mbaape and PSG that is not disclosed publicly. The latest news is that Real Madrid will make a final offer to PSG. But until now there has been no new news. Only Real Madrid has looked serious in the past few reports.

I can understand Real Madrid's insistence on Mbappe. Real Madrid is an important team and they have shortcomings in the offensive area. A star like Mbappe would be great to complete these shortcomings. Mbappe is an attacking player who can take Real Madrid to the next level. My only fear is that he will suffer injuries like Hazard. I hope we can enjoy watching him in the Real Madrid jersey if he is transferred.

Besides needing a good striker for Real Madrid, there were already rumours in the summer that Mbappe would leave PSG next year. The rumours did not come out of nowhere and Mbappe himself has said that he wants to play for Real Madrid. So it seems to me that next summer he will be able to play in Madrid.

[borovichok]

Mbappe is the most important player in PSG's squad. He is the main scorer of PSG. Mbappe has the ability to score a lot of goals. This is why PSG management does not want to lose Mbappe. But for the last few years we have been hearing that Real Madrid are interested in Mbappe. Mbappe also wants to play for Real Madrid. However, every season the PSG management has renewed Mbappe's contract and provided Mbappe with plenty of opportunities. But Mbappe will definitely want to win the Champions League or play in a competitive league like La liga, Premier League. Mbappe's chances of winning the Champions League with PSG are slim. For these reasons, Mbappe may change teams next season.

The ability of PSG to go further to key rounds in UCL will only take consistency and that is the first thing they lack in every major competitions they're featured. PSG stand balance when it comes to spending hugh on players, specifically channel to the important players that brings imperative positive results to the club's growth. The chances of PSG to win the UEFA Champions League is very slim, they have players and good coach but they can't win because they're not ready to win it, definitely not with this current squad. The squad that would have won it have left and these players are merely young players that are yet to blend within themselves. The time have finally come for Kylian Mbappe to make exits from PSG. He have served the club for long time and time for the Frenchman to forward his career. He's young and talented, he's tasty to lift more major trophies and I think he can be able to measure up the success coming his way.

[mammusu]

The problems that occurred between Mbappe and PSG at the start of the season have been resolved after the player agreed to extend his contract as proposed by PSG. Mbappe is a big player, he has to do something to boost his career. Staying with PSG is not a good decision for him, because he can still get trophies with other clubs that he has never been able to get while playing for PSG.
Every time the transfer market opens, rumors of Mbappe leaving PSG always become the main topic. He must take a stand for a better future, stay with PSG or move to another club.

I don't know what Mbappe wants by extending his contract at PSG. Is that a strategy from Mbappe so that if another club wants to sign him then they have to spend large amounts of money and make a tempting offer? Because I think what does Mbappe need from PSG? He's got everything there. Has PSG offered Mbappe a large salary so that he chooses to stay at PSG?

Yes the deal happened but it is difficult to get details about the length of his new contract. I mean, many media are saying that Mbappe contract will end at the end of this season and he is a big name who is always hot news when the transfer window opens. I think several big teams will approach him again in the transfer window next season, even from Premier League teams or from Laliga teams.

In my opinion, Mbappe is better if he can last longer with PSG because he is always the main concern of PSG owners and has special privileges in the PSG team. Moreover, the PSG owner has the determination to continue building the team by bringing in players in every transfer window so that they will be able to achieve their targets in the coming season.

[Blitzboy]

The problems that occurred between Mbappe and PSG at the start of the season have been resolved after the player agreed to extend his contract as proposed by PSG. Mbappe is a big player, he has to do something to boost his career. Staying with PSG is not a good decision for him, because he can still get trophies with other clubs that he has never been able to get while playing for PSG.
Every time the transfer market opens, rumors of Mbappe leaving PSG always become the main topic. He must take a stand for a better future, stay with PSG or move to another club.

I don't know what Mbappe wants by extending his contract at PSG. Is that a strategy from Mbappe so that if another club wants to sign him then they have to spend large amounts of money and make a tempting offer? Because I think what does Mbappe need from PSG? He's got everything there. Has PSG offered Mbappe a large salary so that he chooses to stay at PSG?

Personally, I dont think Mbappe's decision to extend his PSG contract is the easiest. Given his star status, PSG may not want to lose him for nothing. PSG would struggle without Mbappe, especially without Messi and Neymar. Due of his importance, they'll do anything to keep him, even a high wage.

However, Mbappe's move may be purposeful. He's protecting his position and ensuring he can depart on his terms. PSG values him highly and charges a premium transfer fee to show their importance to the team. Power play - not just a contract.

[laurenB7742]

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In my opinion, Mbappe is better if he can last longer with PSG because he is always the main concern of PSG owners and has special privileges in the PSG team. Moreover, the PSG owner has the determination to continue building the team by bringing in players in every transfer window so that they will be able to achieve their targets in the coming season.

PSG management pays high wages to Mbappe. However, many clubs will be able to pay high wages to Mbappe. But the PSG management gives Mbappe plenty of extras. They take Mbappe's decision seriously. No other club will do that. Perhaps this is why Mbappe has extended his contract with PSG every season. However, this season's scenario is different. Before the start of the season, PSG management offered Mbappe a contract extension. But Mbappe rejected the offer. Perhaps he is willing to take on a new challenge. Seeing Mbappe in a Madrid jersey seems more likely. Because Real Madrid need a regular scorer like Mbappe right now.

[flyingcarpet]

Mbappe is the most important player in PSG's squad. He is the main scorer of PSG. Mbappe has the ability to score a lot of goals. This is why PSG management does not want to lose Mbappe. But for the last few years we have been hearing that Real Madrid are interested in Mbappe. Mbappe also wants to play for Real Madrid. However, every season the PSG management has renewed Mbappe's contract and provided Mbappe with plenty of opportunities. But Mbappe will definitely want to win the Champions League or play in a competitive league like La liga, Premier League. Mbappe's chances of winning the Champions League with PSG are slim. For these reasons, Mbappe may change teams next season.

The ability of PSG to go further to key rounds in UCL will only take consistency and that is the first thing they lack in every major competitions they're featured. PSG stand balance when it comes to spending hugh on players, specifically channel to the important players that brings imperative positive results to the club's growth. The chances of PSG to win the UEFA Champions League is very slim, they have players and good coach but they can't win because they're not ready to win it, definitely not with this current squad. The squad that would have won it have left and these players are merely young players that are yet to blend within themselves. The time have finally come for Kylian Mbappe to make exits from PSG. He have served the club for long time and time for the Frenchman to forward his career. He's young and talented, he's tasty to lift more major trophies and I think he can be able to measure up the success coming his way.

Paris Saint-Germain doesn't want to lose Mbappé because he is one of the best players in the world. There are many rumors about Mbappé as the transfer season approaches. The biggest reason for these rumors is that Mbappé is undecided. Now, Paris Saint-Germain's contract will determine whether Mbappé stays or goes. Maybe they will offer Mbappé a very high salary and he will stay.

PSG is a team that has not been successful in the Champions League. I think this is the most important event that will determine Mbappé's decision. There has been a lot of news about his transfer to Real Madrid, but it hasn't happened yet. I want Mbappé to succeed in the Champions League and win a trophy, that's why I think he should leave Paris Saint-Germain.

[rendravolt]

While thinking about which team would be able to stop PSG's winning streak in the league Lille managed to do it.    I actually thought PSG would win the game after getting ahead. But I must admit that Lille were better playing side in the second half and they got what they wanted from this very challenging game for themselves.

Now PSG's next fixture is against Metz home. I expect a comfortable win by PSG honestly. Metz have been losing for three weeks in a row and it is about to become four weeks. As Nice are going to play a tough game against Lens as well maybe PSG can increase the point gap with Nice too.

It was only a draw and even though PSG failed to win, at least they still secured 1 additional point. Lille is one of the teams that is always consistent every season so it is not surprising that they can make it difficult for PSG who are the defending champions of Ligue 1. Today PSG will play Metz and this is an opportunity for Luis Enrique's men to again widen the gap from Nice and even though previously had failed due to a draw against Lille, this time it was a home game so they couldn't look weak.

The last PSG vs Metz meeting last season left deep wounds for Metz because PSG beat them with a landslide score of 5-0 without reply and it looks like this time the result will not be much different from the previous meeting. Kylian Mbappe, always the spearhead of PSG, is expected to score goals again in this match and I think he will score at least 2 goals in this match.

[Weawant]

I don't know what Mbappe wants by extending his contract at PSG. Is that a strategy from Mbappe so that if another club wants to sign him then they have to spend large amounts of money and make a tempting offer? Because I think what does Mbappe need from PSG? He's got everything there. Has PSG offered Mbappe a large salary so that he chooses to stay at PSG?

There has been no official news or statement from Mbaape. But his contract with PSG is a form of professional football player. I think there is an agreement between Mbaape and PSG that is not disclosed publicly. The latest news is that Real Madrid will make a final offer to PSG. But until now there has been no new news. Only Real Madrid has looked serious in the past few reports.

I can understand Real Madrid's insistence on Mbappe. Real Madrid is an important team and they have shortcomings in the offensive area. A star like Mbappe would be great to complete these shortcomings. Mbappe is an attacking player who can take Real Madrid to the next level. My only fear is that he will suffer injuries like Hazard. I hope we can enjoy watching him in the Real Madrid jersey if he is transferred.

Mbappe's presence in Real Madrid no doubts will be of great effect, it will definitely help their forward to getting a better alignment and a perfect rhythm around the forward and attacking force. Real Madrid will also be a very perfect platform for mbappe to scale greater heights in his career than he would els where.

Mbappe has further extended his contract with PSG thereby reducing his chances of been transferred to other teams but then Madrid in a news I came across did want to present a contract to him sometime in January for a period of time after which if they don't get a response they have have to let go of mbappe. But in most recent times there's no news yet as to mbappes decision or that of real Madrid yet but it's most likely mbappe will still be in PSG. But then in the absence of mbappe I'm sure Madrid will go get a good alternative.

[Ayers]

Mbappe is the most important player in PSG's squad. He is the main scorer of PSG. Mbappe has the ability to score a lot of goals. This is why PSG management does not want to lose Mbappe. But for the last few years we have been hearing that Real Madrid are interested in Mbappe. Mbappe also wants to play for Real Madrid. However, every season the PSG management has renewed Mbappe's contract and provided Mbappe with plenty of opportunities. But Mbappe will definitely want to win the Champions League or play in a competitive league like La liga, Premier League. Mbappe's chances of winning the Champions League with PSG are slim. For these reasons, Mbappe may change teams next season.

The ability of PSG to go further to key rounds in UCL will only take consistency and that is the first thing they lack in every major competitions they're featured. PSG stand balance when it comes to spending hugh on players, specifically channel to the important players that brings imperative positive results to the club's growth. The chances of PSG to win the UEFA Champions League is very slim, they have players and good coach but they can't win because they're not ready to win it, definitely not with this current squad. The squad that would have won it have left and these players are merely young players that are yet to blend within themselves. The time have finally come for Kylian Mbappe to make exits from PSG. He have served the club for long time and time for the Frenchman to forward his career. He's young and talented, he's tasty to lift more major trophies and I think he can be able to measure up the success coming his way.

Paris Saint-Germain doesn't want to lose Mbappé because he is one of the best players in the world. There are many rumors about Mbappé as the transfer season approaches. The biggest reason for these rumors is that Mbappé is undecided. Now, Paris Saint-Germain's contract will determine whether Mbappé stays or goes. Maybe they will offer Mbappé a very high salary and he will stay.

PSG is a team that has not been successful in the Champions League. I think this is the most important event that will determine Mbappé's decision. There has been a lot of news about his transfer to Real Madrid, but it hasn't happened yet. I want Mbappé to succeed in the Champions League and win a trophy, that's why I think he should leave Paris Saint-Germain.

I think one point is very important. Which is PSG will have to be very consistent if they want to go further in the Champions League competition. But the thing is, I do not think that they are going to be able to be consistent, to be honest. They have a very bad habit of losing when they are not supposed to. Mbappe alone cannot do everything. Of course, he is a good player. But one player cannot always carry the whole team on his back. I am pretty much certain that even in this season they are not going to win the Champions League. And the reason is going to be the inconsistency.

[hahay]

I don't know what Mbappe wants by extending his contract at PSG. Is that a strategy from Mbappe so that if another club wants to sign him then they have to spend large amounts of money and make a tempting offer? Because I think what does Mbappe need from PSG? He's got everything there. Has PSG offered Mbappe a large salary so that he chooses to stay at PSG?

There has been no official news or statement from Mbaape. But his contract with PSG is a form of professional football player. I think there is an agreement between Mbaape and PSG that is not disclosed publicly. The latest news is that Real Madrid will make a final offer to PSG. But until now there has been no new news. Only Real Madrid has looked serious in the past few reports.

Not really sure if Real Madrid will really still try to get Mbappe or not because yes, at least Mbappe has made two disappointments for Real Madrid regarding their transfer. Therefore, I personally might be more confident that Mbappe will still play at PSG maybe for the next 1 or 2 seasons or maybe forever.

Because after all, basically PSG really doesn't want to let Mbappe leave because after all, with PSG continuing to make great efforts to maintain Mbappe by increasing salaries and other bonuses. So clearly, with this factor also being proof, that PSG will never be willing to let Mbappe leave for another team.

[QueenVera]

The of Luis Enrique's arrival provide a slight change and now PSG is facing quite tough competition in the Champions League in particular. The problem is not the number of star players they have because if this was the case we could see when Lionel Messi, Neymar, Ramos and several other great players were there. But even they also failed to compete in the Champions League and what PSG needs to do is build a stronger squad collectively.

Don't expect to instantly get a trophy in the Champions League by relying on quality players. Management needs to give Luis Enrique time to improve the existing squad and may need several other players as support, so that Luis Enrique can combine players with each other. If that is done then I am sure that in the future PSG will be successful slowly because nothing is actually instant.

Enrique's PSG has in it players that are good at their field of play and the team entirely has got better chances at trophies. Even though their performances totally have not been fully extra impressive, at least they're able to show their level and worth on the pitch. They like other good teams in other leagues have advanced to the last 16 stage of the UCL contest and very much likely that they'd put up a fierce contest.

 They've got the higher probability of advancing even though to some extent, their opponent for this round is also an improved side. The advancement phases are not meant to be an easy bypass and so it's out them in a point where they've got to strive hard to come out victorious too and if possible lift the trophy this season. Luis Enrique is definitely eager to do this job for the French side.