French Soccer League Predictions and Discussion Thread (Ligue 1)

[Weawant]

It's the main job for Erik Ten Hag to selects the best players for his team. The fans will criticize the players who are not in good shape, that's normal for everyone else. The Manchester United frontline exiting Old Trafford doesn't seem to be true because there's a whole lot of these transfer news flying around, some are true while some are false. We don't just know what to believe anymore. Anthony Martial is a top frontline for Manchester United but he's not having any significant changes with his presence, instead he's getting worse but I think it's mere phase and it will pass.

Every coach definitely wants to select the best player because their careers depends on their selection of players who will be able to help them achieve that which they desire to achieve with their team and so ten hag selecting the best player is him doing just what's expected of him and nothing more.

One big challenge I think ten hag has got isn't with selecting these players but managing them well enough to turn out optimal and give the desired results the team expects of them but in recent times it appears ten hag lacks good management around his players and that's why they seem to under perform under his supervision, a typical example is with onana too, martial could possibly be a good player but I think where he presently is could be a possible reason his performance could be be poor but under the management of another coach who turns out compactable with him he may perform even better.

[borovichok]

Every coach definitely wants to select the best player because their careers depends on their selection of players who will be able to help them achieve that which they desire to achieve with their team and so ten hag selecting the best player is him doing just what's expected of him and nothing more.

One big challenge I think ten hag has got isn't with selecting these players but managing them well enough to turn out optimal and give the desired results the team expects of them but in recent times it appears ten hag lacks good management around his players and that's why they seem to under perform under his supervision, a typical example is with onana too, martial could possibly be a good player but I think where he presently is could be a possible reason his performance could be be poor but under the management of another coach who turns out compactable with him he may perform even better.

No coach is perfect, atleast we understand the circumstances here and most of us wouldn't stand out to disagree with the present condition of the club. An important player moving to Marseille from Manchester united is weigh of track because the Red Devils needs his services in the frontline, Martial is not in form now but when he comes in strong form, he does incredible works for the club. Erik Ten Hag have faulty connections as a manager, he barely relates with his players, and have issues with those set of players that have failed to recognized him as top coach. For instance he had issues with Cristiano Ronaldo, that resulted to pushing the Portugal international to exits Old Trafford, and now is Jadon Sancho, who's crystal clear that he's recalcitrant to the coach instructions and he failed to understand that he's replaceable.

[Pandu Geddon]

In the long run it harms the league and then every once in a while, like maybe once in a decade or so, you can see that PSG has some struggles because they can't motivate themselves and have many legacy players who have won the title eight times, another club comes forward and has a remarkable run for a season and eventually wins the trophy once. Then that is the wake up call for PSG again and the cycle restarts. PSG is focused again and wins ten titles in a row.

Look at the German Bundesliga where Bayern Munich has won all Bundesliga titles for over a decade I think. The gap between them and the rest isn't quite as big as it is in Ligue 1, but still it is enough to dominate the league forever. It is boring for the people who love football and want competition in their domestic leagues.

There is nothing fun about seeing the same team win all the time even when it is the fans who are cheering for PSG.

that's what happens in Ligue 1. because each club owner may have a different investment for their club. and the gap with other clubs will be clear when PSG can gather Mbappe, Messi, and Neymar. I'm sure no club in Ligue 1 could do that in that situation.
PSG seems to have to make plans for some of the top players in the transfer market that they can get. They have dominated in Ligue 1, but they will be doubted when they are in European competitions like the Champions League. PSG may have a chance to progress from the last 16 of the Champions League, but they will not win it.

[rendravolt]

In the long run it harms the league and then every once in a while, like maybe once in a decade or so, you can see that PSG has some struggles because they can't motivate themselves and have many legacy players who have won the title eight times, another club comes forward and has a remarkable run for a season and eventually wins the trophy once. Then that is the wake up call for PSG again and the cycle restarts. PSG is focused again and wins ten titles in a row.

Look at the German Bundesliga where Bayern Munich has won all Bundesliga titles for over a decade I think. The gap between them and the rest isn't quite as big as it is in Ligue 1, but still it is enough to dominate the league forever. It is boring for the people who love football and want competition in their domestic leagues.

There is nothing fun about seeing the same team win all the time even when it is the fans who are cheering for PSG.

that's what happens in Ligue 1. because each club owner may have a different investment for their club. and the gap with other clubs will be clear when PSG can gather Mbappe, Messi, and Neymar. I'm sure no club in Ligue 1 could do that in that situation.
PSG seems to have to make plans for some of the top players in the transfer market that they can get. They have dominated in Ligue 1, but they will be doubted when they are in European competitions like the Champions League. PSG may have a chance to progress from the last 16 of the Champions League, but they will not win it.

It is nothing new that in the end PSG will not be able to win the Champions League and even though they have repeatedly filled their squad with star players, this cannot guarantee that they will be able to win it. Maybe for PSG being able to win every season in Ligue 1 is a certain thing and regardless of who the players are, they will definitely be able to do it without any problems.

Now if we talk about making a plan to find top players in the transfer market, it won't be easy because most talented young players prefer to join teams that have a big history or are in teams whose leagues are very competitive and PSG doesn't have any of that. They want to come here because the salary they get is so big and maybe they don't like challenges and that could also make their name fade.

[klidex]

This means that Ligue 1 must be more competitive in the future, the level of competition must be tighter, and not just one or two clubs can suppress PSG dominance. So that in the end PSG develops to be better and has bargaining value when playing in the UCL. I think the essence of this scenario will focus on finances, where the budget strength of PSG rival clubs must be comparable, or let's say close to PSG current finances.

I really agree with that competitive background, a very reasonable reason. If we look at other facts, PSG is ranked 4th as the club with the most expensive squad at the moment, but they are difficulty to even get through the group phase. But I'm still optimistic that they can win the UCL one day, Who knows, their luck will come in the next few seasons.

League 1 competition is not as competitive as other leagues, because the problem with League 1 teams at the moment is just a lack of investment from outside and a lack of finances to recruited quality players. Maybe if League 1 clubs had finances like PSG and had an even squad, of course PSG wouldn't always dominate the title is the same as other leagues, which every season gets a different champion, such as La Liga, Premier League and League Italian Serie A. So this makes this league a competitive league and the competition will be even more exciting.

Yes, this fact is true, PSG is the richest club in League 1, but their strength seems like an average club in other leagues, while PSG seems firmly in league 1. This is why PSG can compete easily in League 1, but when competing in the Champions League PSG feels pressure and difficulty and it is not uncommon for PSG to fail to qualify for the group stage.

[Jody.Drummer]

In the long run it harms the league and then every once in a while, like maybe once in a decade or so, you can see that PSG has some struggles because they can't motivate themselves and have many legacy players who have won the title eight times, another club comes forward and has a remarkable run for a season and eventually wins the trophy once. Then that is the wake up call for PSG again and the cycle restarts. PSG is focused again and wins ten titles in a row.

Look at the German Bundesliga where Bayern Munich has won all Bundesliga titles for over a decade I think. The gap between them and the rest isn't quite as big as it is in Ligue 1, but still it is enough to dominate the league forever. It is boring for the people who love football and want competition in their domestic leagues.

There is nothing fun about seeing the same team win all the time even when it is the fans who are cheering for PSG.

that's what happens in Ligue 1. because each club owner may have a different investment for their club. and the gap with other clubs will be clear when PSG can gather Mbappe, Messi, and Neymar. I'm sure no club in Ligue 1 could do that in that situation.
PSG seems to have to make plans for some of the top players in the transfer market that they can get. They have dominated in Ligue 1, but they will be doubted when they are in European competitions like the Champions League. PSG may have a chance to progress from the last 16 of the Champions League, but they will not win it.

Money makes all the difference between one club and another, and that's what we see with Paris Saint Germain at the moment. No other club has the same financial situation as Paris Saint Germain, they can't even come close. Paris Saint Germain are the only club in Ligue 1 that is attractive to investors and sponsors and they don't have the same interest as other clubs in LIgue 1. I'm not sure about this, I mean can't they provide something that makes big sponsors interested in them?
So it's very natural for one club to dominate this league and it's true that it becomes boring because we see the equal competition that other clubs can do. If there were 1 or 2 clubs that had the same ability as Paris Saint Germain, I think this league would be a little bit more interesting.

[slapper]

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We agree with what you said, if Luis Enrique had a squad like last season. plus, he also brought in several players, especially players for the team's needs. PSG will be much stronger in the hands of a competent coach, and has the potential to bring a strong team to win many trophies. but unfortunately, IMO, it seems like most PSG coaches don't have the capacity to bring in some of the players they want for the team's needs. I also suspect that Galtier doesn't have many choices in selecting the players recruited by PSG management. it would be very natural if Galtier had difficulty finding a suitable formula for his squad at that time, especially for PSG's midfield.

Now, PSG is handled by Enrique and the PSG mega project is no longer being continued. Messi left, Neymar left, and several other players left PSG. however, it seems that currently PSG is starting with a new philosophy. they prioritized several young players, and built an even stronger foundation under the guidance of Luie Enrique. talking about Enrique at the moment, I don't really know which players he has brought in since managing PSG. however, it seems that club management still prioritizes their interests and desires.  If, Enrique is given the freedom to bring in the players he really wants. at least PSG can perform much better, as well as in the Champions League. this season, it seems their target is only to win the Ligue 1 trophy and advance as best they can in the Champions League. for Ligue 1, I have no doubts about how PSG will defend the title for the umpteenth time. but for the Champions League, if PSG were able to advance to the last eight, that would be far more sufficient with the current squad.

You're right about PSG's situation under Luis Enrique. Enrique is a good tactician, but PSG's circumstance is unique. This is like restarting a race they led. Losing Messi and Neymar is big, and they're rebuilding with a younger team.

This transition to younger players is good but presents issues. Watching a superpower like PSG struggle is schadenfreude. Knowing their potential makes me resentful.

The Champions League is a difficult hill to climb this season. PSG may breeze through Ligue 1, but the Champions League is tough. Enrique may be great, but they're not there yet. Given these adjustments, making the last eight is a good showing.

[Oluwa-btc]

Recently Anthony Martial was linked to Marseille and there was a chance for this player to join Marseille during the winter but this team denied everything and they clearly said they are not going to buy Marseille from Manchester united
Marseille is mad about this news and since the performance of Anthony Martial was disappointing in Manchester United they don't want to have a player like Anthony Martial in their teams while he is not in the good form.

Why do they even need him? Marseille already have Per Emerick Aubameyang contributing hugely for them he has scored and assisted a joint number of 10+ goals for them. Gennaro Gattuso and his lads are doing well, finishing top four of the league table should be his target, after having a poor management from his last job.

For Antonio Martial, he'll definitely leave Manchester United and whoever gets a player like him should already know he is injury prone. He is by far the best number nine for Manchester United but he had time ajd chance to show himself for Manchester United due to Injury.
I will forever remember his debut goal for Manchester United against Liverpool.

[Pesona1]

Talking about Enrique at the moment, I don't really know which players he has brought in since managing PSG. however, it seems that club management still prioritizes their interests and desires.  If, Enrique is given the freedom to bring in the players he really wants. at least PSG can perform much better, as well as in the Champions League. this season, it seems their target is only to win the Ligue 1 trophy and advance as best they can in the Champions League. for Ligue 1, I have no doubts about how PSG will defend the title for the umpteenth time. but for the Champions League, if PSG were able to advance to the last eight, that would be far more sufficient with the current squad.

After the PSG owner spent a lot of money on the club, that's when I was quite interested in seeing how their journey was only in the Champions League and not Ligue 1, just like you and most of the members here who definitely think that Ligue 1 is not a competitive league for us to watch, because in Ligue 1 we won't see chasing points like what happens in other leagues, because so far PSG dominance in Ligue 1 has still not been broken so the matches are quite monotonous without any tight competition in the standings, but if we pay attention so far PSG players are also very relaxed because their quality is far above the players of other clubs in the league, so that when playing in the Champions League and against teams that play in competitive leagues, it is quite visible that PSG is overwhelmed like in the Champions League group phase this season and In my opinion, it was just luck for PSG to advance to the round of 12.

[shogun47]

Talking about Enrique at the moment, I don't really know which players he has brought in since managing PSG. however, it seems that club management still prioritizes their interests and desires.  If, Enrique is given the freedom to bring in the players he really wants. at least PSG can perform much better, as well as in the Champions League. this season, it seems their target is only to win the Ligue 1 trophy and advance as best they can in the Champions League. for Ligue 1, I have no doubts about how PSG will defend the title for the umpteenth time. but for the Champions League, if PSG were able to advance to the last eight, that would be far more sufficient with the current squad.

After the PSG owner spent a lot of money on the club, that's when I was quite interested in seeing how their journey was only in the Champions League and not Ligue 1, just like you and most of the members here who definitely think that Ligue 1 is not a competitive league for us to watch, because in Ligue 1 we won't see chasing points like what happens in other leagues, because so far PSG dominance in Ligue 1 has still not been broken so the matches are quite monotonous without any tight competition in the standings, but if we pay attention so far PSG players are also very relaxed because their quality is far above the players of other clubs in the league, so that when playing in the Champions League and against teams that play in competitive leagues, it is quite visible that PSG is overwhelmed like in the Champions League group phase this season and In my opinion, it was just luck for PSG to advance to the round of 12.

It would be an exaggeration to say that it was luck for them to qualify for the next round because I think that Newcastle played well worse than I thought and AC Milan got out of shape during the first few months of the season to be honest. I think the second position in the group stage was ok for them and in my opinion it was rather Borussia Dortmund that got lucky to qualify as first from the group stage. But now we are again in the critical phase of the competition and they don't get prepared for those tough games in the Champions League when they play against teams like Toulouse. That is one of their biggest problem, the lack of competition in Ligue 1. It would make them stronger.

[Weawant]

For Antonio Martial, he'll definitely leave Manchester United and whoever gets a player like him should already know he is injury prone. He is by far the best number nine for Manchester United but he had time ajd chance to show himself for Manchester United due to Injury.
I will forever remember his debut goal for Manchester United against Liverpool.

It's true that Antonio is now injury prone and will have to be really careful playing else he will be injured at every slightest accident on the pitch or at training but then I don't see it enough to rule him out, Marseille have got good players who are in good form and will be in the stade where in Antonio would have fitted in so it very likely they wouldn't be needing him.

All these doesn't stop the fact that Antonio is still a very good striker and have not been used optimally by ten hag making him look like he isn't as good as they should see him to be , I believe under another coach who will maximize his potential, he will definitely do so well because there are cases of players who left a team in a bad form and getting to another team they turn out so good that their former team wishes to have them back, basically I think ten hag is one of the factors that contributed to making Antonio's career a shitty one in recent times.

[Blitzboy]

Somehow Lion managed to finish above relegation zone but I think they will have the same attitude in 2nd half of the season where they will fight again in the lower part of the Ligue 1.

Meanwhile , PSG is locked to be champions this year and I think they will have more than 15 points in front of the 2nd place by the end of the season.

The Ligue One title will return to  Parc des Princes stadium again this season, a normal trophy. It doesn't matter the points earned, they're Champs. Paris Saint Germain fans perceived brilliance in their performance ahead specifically when it involves UEFA Champions League competition, they don't jeopardize their performance and stats, their main is the UCL title and I don't think they're ready to give up, perhaps not now that they're in the round of 16. Luis Enrique appointment have pave good path for PSG and everyone hopes he's taking them to the promise land.

Im glad Lyon avoided relegation. The second half of the season isnt looking good, and seeing them struggle has been hard. The battle at the bottom of Ligue 1 appears constant, but they're battling hard. PSG, however, dominates. I expect them to win again. With their play, especially in the Champions League, they're in another league. Im curious how Luis Enrique will affect their UCL performance. Nothing seems to stop them from pursuing that prize. Their consistency is something Lyon and other Ligue 1 teams can only dream of.

[arimamib]

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It would be an exaggeration to say that it was luck for them to qualify for the next round because I think that Newcastle played well worse than I thought and AC Milan got out of shape during the first few months of the season to be honest. I think the second position in the group stage was ok for them and in my opinion it was rather Borussia Dortmund that got lucky to qualify as first from the group stage. But now we are again in the critical phase of the competition and they don't get prepared for those tough games in the Champions League when they play against teams like Toulouse. That is one of their biggest problem, the lack of competition in Ligue 1. It would make them stronger.

I agree that PSG have a lack of strong competition in Ligue 1 that makes them had relative performances of other teams in their group. Their ability to secure qualification could be attributed to seizing opportunities presented by the performances of other teams in the group. Their second position in the group may have been a reasonable outcome given the circumstances. Borussia Dortmund getting lucky to qualify as the group leaders might be something fine to say, because it was unexpected and they came from the botttom of the group.

PSG Facing weaker opponents domestically may hinder PSG's readiness for the intensity and challenge posed by top European sides in the knockout stages. Teams that regularly face strong domestic competition often enter the latter stages of the Champions League better-prepared mentally and physically. The competitive balance in domestic leagues can significantly impact a team's ability to navigate the challenges posed by tough opponents in crucial phases of the European competition.

[Tony116]

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that's what happens in Ligue 1. because each club owner may have a different investment for their club. and the gap with other clubs will be clear when PSG can gather Mbappe, Messi, and Neymar. I'm sure no club in Ligue 1 could do that in that situation.
PSG seems to have to make plans for some of the top players in the transfer market that they can get. They have dominated in Ligue 1, but they will be doubted when they are in European competitions like the Champions League. PSG may have a chance to progress from the last 16 of the Champions League, but they will not win it.

Money makes all the difference between one club and another, and that's what we see with Paris Saint Germain at the moment. No other club has the same financial situation as Paris Saint Germain, they can't even come close. Paris Saint Germain are the only club in Ligue 1 that is attractive to investors and sponsors and they don't have the same interest as other clubs in LIgue 1. I'm not sure about this, I mean can't they provide something that makes big sponsors interested in them?
So it's very natural for one club to dominate this league and it's true that it becomes boring because we see the equal competition that other clubs can do. If there were 1 or 2 clubs that had the same ability as Paris Saint Germain, I think this league would be a little bit more interesting.

@Pandu Geddon, I think the reason for Ligue 1’s current situation is pretty clear. The owner of PSG has lots of money to spend on players. He spends them on players, buys players from record breaking deals. I think the reason is that the French League always lacked passion. Because if they had, there would have been at least 1 team that would have given PSG a fight for the trophy. PSG always lacks motivation to play football and it also hurts them in the Uefa Champions League. You cannot win the Uefa Champions League if you do not have the drive and the passion. And these are created in you if you always play in a competitive area. PSG lacks it, that's why they have never won the Champions League.

As for the German League Bundesliga, although Bayern Munich dominates, they always have to fight for it more than PSG. They have that drive and that passion. Overall, the German league is far better than the French league. The French league is very boring at the moment.

[temple]

In the long run it harms the league and then every once in a while, like maybe once in a decade or so, you can see that PSG has some struggles because they can't motivate themselves and have many legacy players who have won the title eight times, another club comes forward and has a remarkable run for a season and eventually wins the trophy once. Then that is the wake up call for PSG again and the cycle restarts. PSG is focused again and wins ten titles in a row.

Look at the German Bundesliga where Bayern Munich has won all Bundesliga titles for over a decade I think. The gap between them and the rest isn't quite as big as it is in Ligue 1, but still it is enough to dominate the league forever. It is boring for the people who love football and want competition in their domestic leagues.

There is nothing fun about seeing the same team win all the time even when it is the fans who are cheering for PSG.

that's what happens in Ligue 1. because each club owner may have a different investment for their club. and the gap with other clubs will be clear when PSG can gather Mbappe, Messi, and Neymar. I'm sure no club in Ligue 1 could do that in that situation.
PSG seems to have to make plans for some of the top players in the transfer market that they can get. They have dominated in Ligue 1, but they will be doubted when they are in European competitions like the Champions League. PSG may have a chance to progress from the last 16 of the Champions League, but they will not win it.

PSG has had plans to invest huge amounts of money all the time, but they did not have a plan how to prepare their team for the big duels with the best teams in Europe. Something is lacking and we have seen that so many times now that I don't know what the solution could be for a club that plays in a league without any other strong teams. Monaco isn't a serious contender and if they were to become one, then PSG would instantly weaken that contender and buy the best players from them. That's what they immediately did with Mbappe when they saw how strong he is and how he turned Monaco into competition for PSG.

[Oluwa-btc]

Every coach definitely wants to select the best player because their careers depends on their selection of players who will be able to help them achieve that which they desire to achieve with their team and so ten hag selecting the best player is him doing just what's expected of him and nothing more.

One big challenge I think ten hag has got isn't with selecting these players but managing them well enough to turn out optimal and give the desired results the team expects of them but in recent times it appears ten hag lacks good management around his players and that's why they seem to under perform under his supervision, a typical example is with onana too, martial could possibly be a good player but I think where he presently is could be a possible reason his performance could be be poor but under the management of another coach who turns out compactable with him he may perform even better.

No coach is perfect, atleast we understand the circumstances here and most of us wouldn't stand out to disagree with the present condition of the club. An important player moving to Marseille from Manchester united is weigh of track because the Red Devils needs his services in the frontline, Martial is not in form now but when he comes in strong form, he does incredible works for the club. Erik Ten Hag have faulty connections as a manager, he barely relates with his players, and have issues with those set of players that have failed to recognized him as top coach. For instance he had issues with Cristiano Ronaldo, that resulted to pushing the Portugal international to exits Old Trafford, and now is Jadon Sancho, who's crystal clear that he's recalcitrant to the coach instructions and he failed to understand that he's replaceable.

Disliked the way they treated Cristiano Ronaldo honestly but who am I? You don't want to work with a player, why not communicate? It's same thing with David De Gea who they kept hanging. Anyways silence is a message but for a legend like David De Gea and Cristiano Ronaldo, Manchester United and Erik Ten Hag should have done better.

Sancho be so stubborn. There are two sides of a story but he's shown he no longer wants the club. Let him move.

Martial is Manchester United best Striker, he has just been seriously Injured and away for a while. I don't expect much from him. He shou be sold soon.

[Xxmodded]

You're right about PSG's situation under Luis Enrique. Enrique is a good tactician, but PSG's circumstance is unique. This is like restarting a race they led. Losing Messi and Neymar is big, and they're rebuilding with a younger team.

This transition to younger players is good but presents issues. Watching a superpower like PSG struggle is schadenfreude. Knowing their potential makes me resentful.

The Champions League is a difficult hill to climb this season. PSG may breeze through Ligue 1, but the Champions League is tough. Enrique may be great, but they're not there yet. Given these adjustments, making the last eight is a good showing.

Luis Henrique have played 17 matches in Ligue 1 and 6 matches in Champion League group phase, its can't called with transition moment because he played almost half season of Ligue 1 match but PSG performance still inconsistent exactly in Champion League.
In the modern era pressure for new manager not spent more time for transition and they have ready for on the highest level although leaves by many players.
Supported much money not problem for PSG keep in underperformance in this season exactly they don't face most compete teams in domestic league but have lucky moment success qualify to 16 round in champion league.

[shogun47]

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It would be an exaggeration to say that it was luck for them to qualify for the next round because I think that Newcastle played well worse than I thought and AC Milan got out of shape during the first few months of the season to be honest. I think the second position in the group stage was ok for them and in my opinion it was rather Borussia Dortmund that got lucky to qualify as first from the group stage. But now we are again in the critical phase of the competition and they don't get prepared for those tough games in the Champions League when they play against teams like Toulouse. That is one of their biggest problem, the lack of competition in Ligue 1. It would make them stronger.

I agree that PSG have a lack of strong competition in Ligue 1 that makes them had relative performances of other teams in their group. Their ability to secure qualification could be attributed to seizing opportunities presented by the performances of other teams in the group. Their second position in the group may have been a reasonable outcome given the circumstances. Borussia Dortmund getting lucky to qualify as the group leaders might be something fine to say, because it was unexpected and they came from the botttom of the group.

PSG Facing weaker opponents domestically may hinder PSG's readiness for the intensity and challenge posed by top European sides in the knockout stages. Teams that regularly face strong domestic competition often enter the latter stages of the Champions League better-prepared mentally and physically. The competitive balance in domestic leagues can significantly impact a team's ability to navigate the challenges posed by tough opponents in crucial phases of the European competition.

Dortmund came from the bottom of the group and they never dominated a game as if they were the far superior team and deserved the win. It was mostly close results and the lack of efficency on part of their opponents. Their opponents failed to score efficiently most of the games and that was the chance Dortmund took advantage of. If that didn't happen, I think it would be Dortmund that would now find themselves at the bottom.

PSG now has a chance to advance one more round as they are not playing against a superpower, but still Real Sociedad can be a very nasty opponent to play against. But anyway, I am looking forward to all those games and since I like watching Mbappe, I hope they will make it to the next round.

[Texac]

Somehow Lion managed to finish above relegation zone but I think they will have the same attitude in 2nd half of the season where they will fight again in the lower part of the Ligue 1.

Meanwhile , PSG is locked to be champions this year and I think they will have more than 15 points in front of the 2nd place by the end of the season.

The Ligue One title will return to  Parc des Princes stadium again this season, a normal trophy. It doesn't matter the points earned, they're Champs. Paris Saint Germain fans perceived brilliance in their performance ahead specifically when it involves UEFA Champions League competition, they don't jeopardize their performance and stats, their main is the UCL title and I don't think they're ready to give up, perhaps not now that they're in the round of 16. Luis Enrique appointment have pave good path for PSG and everyone hopes he's taking them to the promise land.

Im glad Lyon avoided relegation. The second half of the season isnt looking good, and seeing them struggle has been hard. The battle at the bottom of Ligue 1 appears constant, but they're battling hard. PSG, however, dominates. I expect them to win again. With their play, especially in the Champions League, they're in another league. Im curious how Luis Enrique will affect their UCL performance. Nothing seems to stop them from pursuing that prize. Their consistency is something Lyon and other Ligue 1 teams can only dream of.

@boltz, About PSG, they would have probably won their 10th Ligue 1 in a row if they hadn't lost it to Lile a few years back. Monaco, Lile, and Marseille are some of the challenges for PSG but not a big challenge. PSG’s financials put them way ahead of the teams that are in the Ligue 1.

On the other hand, what Lyon is doing this season is very humiliating for the club and its fans. But they have won 3 matches in a row which put them outside of the relegation zone. But right now they need to keep their consistency. The morale is high in the squad right now and I believe they will be able to continue it in the 2nd half of the season. Their next match is against Le Havre and if they can win it, they will probably get 2 steps ahead in the ladder probably.

[Slow death]

I confess that I expected PSG to be signing great players to compensate in case Mbappe left the team, but I saw this news:

🚨 𝐎𝐅𝐅𝐈𝐂𝐈𝐀𝐋: Paris Saint-Germain sign Brazilian CB Lucas Beraldo (2003) from São Paulo 🇧🇷

Five year contract for Beraldo who joins the club with immediate effect on €20m guaranteed fee

Gabriel Moscardo needs to undergo surgery and be out for three months but PSG still plan with him.

source: https://www.instagram.com/p/C1jxSf7ITym/

Honestly, I can't understand PSG, they are a team that in attack depends a lot on the mbape and yet they are not on the market looking for good attackers, they spend money on signing players a lot of games for positions that at the moment they need to have good performance and also have good players in attack. It seems to me that PSG's objective is not focused on winning the European Champions League, on the contrary, their focus when they make these strange signings seems to me that they are only looking at Ligue 1 in the long term, but that's really funny because PSG has already dominated Ligue 1 in recent years

so it doesn't make much sense to just look at league 1 and do very poorly in European competitions, in any case for a team that hasn't yet won the European champions league despite having invested a lot of money in the team over the years, it's just frustration to psg fans who dream of one day being able to win the european champions league and every time the market opens psg comes with some meaningless signing, it seems like they are competing with chelsea and manchester united for the title of the most ridiculous in hiring. Anyway, we'll see if Mbappe leaves the team or will they be able to convince him to stay for more years, with this squad without great ambitions, it will be difficult for us to see PSG win something big that isn't internal competitions in France.