French Soccer League Predictions and Discussion Thread (Ligue 1)

[iamsange]

It was not an easy one for them but they made it count by getting all three points in the end, this is why I do say that we cannot outrightly put away the fact they some levels of competition exists in the Ligue only that the dominance PSG does enjoy is very much pronounced and so is always noticed but they do have some tough challenges they do face in the Ligue 1 some times just like this.

Your statement clearly makes sense and is very true. In other competitions, such as the Champions League, PSG might have a harder time competing this season if Lens were to face such a situation. I've also seen PSG's ability and dominance in Ligue 1, but I'm not really backing them in the Champions League, even though they won that major competition last season. However, I hope teams like Lens can at least put some pressure on PSG in any match this season.

[fuguebtc]

So far, Luis Enrique doesn't seem worried about the pressure in Ligue 1, PSG will remain consistent even when relying on second string players. Everything is clear on the league table, PSG has secured full points in every match. PSG will start their Champions League journey by facing Atalanta, which I think will be an easy match to win.

Luis Enrique's match strategy is excellent. Moreover, he has been able to create a strong bond between PSG players. That is why even if PSG plays with their second-tier squad, it will not be difficult for them to continue their streak in Ligue 1. Although Lens is one of the renowned teams in Ligue 1, PSG did not face any problem in winning yesterday's match.

Whatever, how PSG will perform in the Champions league matches is still uncertain. First of all, PSG is the current champion of the Champions League. And this season, PSG is going to face all the giant teams in Europe in the first round. PSG's opponents are very strong in every match. So it is still not possible to predict whether PSG will be able to perform well in the Champions League. Also, Dembele and Doue will be absent from several matches due to injuries.

[Phoenix Anka]

PSG today faced one of the strongest opponents of Ligue 1, Lens. Although the season started with a defeat, Lens won their last two matches against Brest and Le Havre. Lens' performance was good in both matches.

It was not an easy one for them but they made it count by getting all three points in the end, this is why I do say that we cannot outrightly put away the fact they some levels of competition exists in the Ligue only that the dominance PSG does enjoy is very much pronounced and so is always noticed but they do have some tough challenges they do face in the Ligue 1 some times just like this.

Although Lens didn't have much possession, they created numerous chances against Paris Saint-Germain. We predicted a tough match, but we also predicted a Paris Saint-Germain victory. Barcola's two goals proved decisive for Paris Saint-Germain. They're undefeated in the French League and can now look to challenge for the Champions League. Their next match is against Italy's powerful Atalanta in France. My favorite for this match will be Paris Saint-Germain.

[LUCKMCFLY]

I remember Manchester City when they won the Champions League title for the first time and also won the Premier League title at the same time and in the following season they had a big chance to win the Champions League again for the second time but the reality is not easy for them because the competition in the Champions League is tighter than their own league so I can understand if PSG failed to defend the Champions League title for the second time this season because they also won it last season so they just need to stay in the Champions League and if they can repeat that history by maintaining their good performance then they are truly extraordinary.

How can we forget that final against Inter where Lukaku was there and did absolutely nothing? For me, that day Pep felt like he was in heaven They were inspired at that moment, and if you look at the team, it's changed a lot. It's just that football is at a very high level now; they have to adapt to the way things are going now.

[Sandra_hakeem]

Bradley Barcola was a beast in yesterday's match; no Ousmane dembele, no Désiré Doué, no Kvaratskhelia, just himself and some amateur players in PSG's forward. He knew he was the only one who could complete the job, so he took it upon himself to do so...

Should I say, this was a Lens vs Barcola game? Man made his runs, took his decisions without hesitation and scored twice, yet the keeper wasn't still able to figure out how to stop him. Enrique isn't smiling at all -- he wants everything to himself this time around, no exceptions!

I remember Manchester City when they won the Champions League title for the first time and also won the Premier League title at the same time and in the following season they had a big chance to win the Champions League again for the second time but the reality is not easy for them because the competition in the Champions League is tighter than their own league so I can understand if PSG failed to defend the Champions League title for the second time this season because they also won it last season so they just need to stay in the Champions League and if they can repeat that history by maintaining their good performance then they are truly extraordinary.

How can we forget that final against Inter where Lukaku was there and did absolutely nothing? For me, that day Pep felt like he was in heaven They were inspired at that moment, and if you look at the team, it's changed a lot. It's just that football is at a very high level now; they have to adapt to the way things are going now.

What are you talking about dude??

[Sexylizzy2813]

It could be that they may not win the champions league again because is going to be hard to win the title and still go back to defend but they still have to try to get close to the semis or quarter finals like you said, you know they can't do it or get that far if they still have injury players who we all know are the reason or are the same guys that played a major role in them getting to where they are now as champions of Europe.
About the players I feel they can regroup and get back to join the squad, they will be out for 4 to 6 weeks respectively and I still see their replacement as players to cover for them till they get back. Enrique need to change his plans to the players to suit in if not they might be playing something different while the coach is instructing different as well but they are still going to make their opponents feel the pressure they are coming with just like they did with Lens in today's encounter.

If Dembele and Desire Doue return sooner and are able to play well, PSG chances of retaining the trophy are still quite high. Those two players will likely only miss three or four League Phase matches, and after that, Luis Enrique will have his ideal squad back. Actually, Luis Enrique doesn't lack rotation options for the front line, it's just that their quality isn't the same as Dembele and Desire Doue.

So far, Luis Enrique doesn't seem worried about the pressure in Ligue 1, PSG will remain consistent even when relying on second string players. Everything is clear on the league table, PSG has secured full points in every match. PSG will start their Champions League journey by facing Atalanta, which I think will be an easy match to win.

I agree with you because if the two power house [Désiré Doué and Ousmane Dembélé] are back then the strength of the club will be much stronger than they are now but I don't think PSG are good with players like Barcola and Ramos, especially the Barcola guy who always have so many opportunities but hard finds the back of the net when it is needed, a good player with skills but his finishing is very poor and you don't expect Enrique to rely on such player in the absence of Désiré Doué and Ousmane Dembélé but someone like Kvaratskhelia I believe Enrique has faith in but not the others ones [Ramos and Barcola] they're not the regular starters in the squad.
Yes, the league games doesn't seem to be stressful for now and PSG can do perfectly fine in that area but when it comes to the Champions League is never going to be labeled as an  easy game, so no matter their next opponent even if is Lens again I believe they'll be stronger than they were against PSG to make it hard for them so don't say Atalanta is going to be an easy game but it will be tough for the champions if things are not put in place.

[el kaka22]

Not that shocking to see PSG doing great. The real shocker is seeing Lyon doing alright. I mean this is the team that was right about to get demoted and now look at them, it's clear that they are doing much better. This is why it is clear that we are going to see how things could change, and how Lyon could suddenly be a big player in this league.

Financial troubles were the only reason why they looked that bad, and if they can overcome it like this and get some good results, and be in UCL for a year or two then they won't have the same financial situation going anymore, can pay their debt back and they can actually be back to being great. They can't win the title, that would be unlikely as long as PSG spends ten times more than others, but Lyon can be consistently in top four if they fix this issue.

[qurbanshah02]

I remember Manchester City when they won the Champions League title for the first time and also won the Premier League title at the same time and in the following season they had a big chance to win the Champions League again for the second time but the reality is not easy for them because the competition in the Champions League is tighter than their own league so I can understand if PSG failed to defend the Champions League title for the second time this season because they also won it last season so they just need to stay in the Champions League and if they can repeat that history by maintaining their good performance then they are truly extraordinary.

How can we forget that final against Inter where Lukaku was there and did absolutely nothing? For me, that day Pep felt like he was in heaven They were inspired at that moment, and if you look at the team, it's changed a lot. It's just that football is at a very high level now; they have to adapt to the way things are going now.

They put in a lot of effort but they couldn't do anything in this match and even Inter's best player failed because he played well because he was seen failing despite having the opportunity. They got a chance to prove themselves as the best which they will actually strengthen with their performance which was very beneficial for them. Obviously in every league some changes are made some of the coach and some of the players which change the atmosphere of the team. It is now up to them whether they want to be successful and strong or continue to show themselves in the league like this.

[$weetne$$]

Although Lens didn't have much possession, they created numerous chances against Paris Saint-Germain. We predicted a tough match, but we also predicted a Paris Saint-Germain victory. Barcola's two goals proved decisive for Paris Saint-Germain. They're undefeated in the French League and can now look to challenge for the Champions League. Their next match is against Italy's powerful Atalanta in France. My favorite for this match will be Paris Saint-Germain.

I want to believe you are aware of the form Atalanta is currently, thay actually do not have a very stable one but when they face bigger teams, they try so hard to not appear weak and again I know  that technically PSG has got a good strategy but they are not playing from home so the effectiveness of their technicality will be tested but what will matter in the end is who wins, I know PSG has a better chance I will watch keenly and say we should expect less goals in this game unlike some sort of festival of goals.

[Frankolala]

PSG today faced one of the strongest opponents of Ligue

I don't remember when last I heard that there is a strong team in Ligue 1 apart from PSG. Lens is not strong if not we have seen them several times challenging PSG in the title race. Currently, PSG is the only strong team in Ligue 1, other clubs are weakly to them in all aspect. You called them strong but they couldn't put up a good fight with PSG in order for them to share point with PSG.

[IvugeoEvolutionCoin]

Rennes vs Lyon Rennes team played well in today's match, winning by 3 goals. Lyon team scored the 1st goal in the 14th minute after the start of the game. After that, Lyon team could not score any more goals. Rennes team players could not perform well in the first half, but performed very well after halftime.

[PremiumcryptoHub]

Paris Saint Germain Football Club managed to win their home match against Lens by relying solely on Bradley Barcola attack, while watching this match, I felt like it was a match between Lens and Barcola, because in this match, PSG Football Club was missing two professional attacking players. However, the team PSG faced yesterday may not have been as well-rounded as before, as a result it was not difficult for the Parisians to get points from this match. I agree that this team played comfortably against Lens but their teammate Lucas Beraldo suffered a serious ankle injury, so my idea the defending champions will have to be hesitant in the Champions League because three professional players on their team against Lens are injured.

[Velvet78]

I don't remember when last I heard that there is a strong team in Ligue 1 apart from PSG. Lens is not strong if not we have seen them several times challenging PSG in the title race. Currently, PSG is the only strong team in Ligue 1, other clubs are weakly to them in all aspect. You called them strong but they couldn't put up a good fight with PSG in order for them to share point with PSG.

Indeed! Lens aren't a strong team in this league. Just because they finished at the 2nd position once, it doesn't mean they are strong. 

Their last 2 season records: 7th in 23/24 season, 8th in 24/25 season

But I can't say Lens were desperate at least. They also created goal opportunities and had big chances to score as well. But they couldn't score any of them. So a comfortable score for PSG...

[free-bit.co.in]

Rennes vs Lyon Rennes team played well in today's match, winning by 3 goals. Lyon team scored the 1st goal in the 14th minute after the start of the game. After that, Lyon team could not score any more goals. Rennes team players could not perform well in the first half, but performed very well after halftime.

I bet on Lyon to win. I lost my money. But Lyon's defeat in this match was completely unexpected. Luck was not favor Lyon.
The match was tied 1 -1 until 90 minutes of the match. Lyon managed to take the lead in the first half. Rennes equalized in the 80th minute. Interestingly , Rennes took  the lead in the 90+3 minute due to Descamps' mistake. And just 2 minutes later, Abubakar Nagida scored to make it 3-1. Rennes won the match by scoring in the last minute of the match after 90 minutes.

[$weetne$$]

I don't remember when last I heard that there is a strong team in Ligue 1 apart from PSG. Lens is not strong if not we have seen them several times challenging PSG in the title race. Currently, PSG is the only strong team in Ligue 1, other clubs are weakly to them in all aspect. You called them strong but they couldn't put up a good fight with PSG in order for them to share point with PSG.

It's okay to have the taught  they there are no other strong team in the Ligue 1 and that is because obviously the competition there is minimal such that it continually encourages the dominance of PSG but this is not exactly  true that others cannot  be tough at some point and in the last game PSG did played, it was clear they had it tough so it is only fair to say they did faced a strong team at least for that fixture and even beyond  the Ligue you never can tell, Lens can do something surprising.

[GiftedMAN]

PSG today faced one of the strongest opponents of Ligue

I don't remember when last I heard that there is a strong team in Ligue 1 apart from PSG. Lens is not strong if not we have seen them several times challenging PSG in the title race. Currently, PSG is the only strong team in Ligue 1, other clubs are weakly to them in all aspect. You called them strong but they couldn't put up a good fight with PSG in order for them to share point with PSG.

PSG is the strongest team in Ligue1 every other team in the league is just there to challenge the other teams excluding PSG so it's not wrong if you don't regard them as strong teams, when the other teams have what they need to challenge PSG that should be the time we see them as strong teams for now they are just there.No other team can challenge the 1st team of PSG they need to fund their team then buy players before they can stand PSG.

[Lannakosa]

PSG is the strongest team in Ligue1 every other team in the league is just there to challenge the other teams excluding PSG so it's not wrong if you don't regard them as strong teams, when the other teams have what they need to challenge PSG that should be the time we see them as strong teams for now they are just there.No other team can challenge the 1st team of PSG they need to fund their team then buy players before they can stand PSG.

In order to compete with PSG, huge amounts of money are needed, and investors, understanding this, do not want to get involved with this, because it is difficult and too expensive. In my opinion, Marseille made such attempts, but they realized that they needed to spend much more money for this. And other clubs, such as Monaco, have completely different goals and they willingly sell their players for big money to other teams. Now, after just a few rounds, PSG is already in the lead, and over time I am sure that their advantage will only grow.

[Swordsoffreedom]

PSG today faced one of the strongest opponents of Ligue 1, Lens.

Strongest? Not even close, still cannon fodder.
Lens is no longer the team from 2022 when they managed to give PSG a fight for the title till the last round, the real test is Marseille, the next round, a match between two CL rounds, that would be something that would show if there are any cracks in the team, but I doubt it.
PSG was 1.33 with Lens, 1.9 with Marseille, a completely different setup.
But still, even if they fail to win every single game, the Ligue 1 is still a one-team league, it's PSG and the rest scrambling for a bit of fame when PSG does a wrong step.

Lens is one of the strongest teams in Ligue 1. It is true that they have not been able to perform well against PSG for a long time. Even in the last season, this team was in the eighth place in the table. Anyway, in the last two matches, we have seen good performance from Lens. This team won against Brest and Le Havre with good performance.

But Lens' performance against PSG was the same as in the previous seasons. However, Lens tried hard to score. They could not break PSG's strong defense. In the end, PSG won the match 2-0.
On the other hand, one of the title rivals, Lyon, lost 3-1 against Rennes. And is 3 points behind of  PSG. Lille is 2 points behind of  PSG

[bitcoin_mining]

Paris Saint Germain Football Club managed to win their home match against Lens by relying solely on Bradley Barcola attack, while watching this match, I felt like it was a match between Lens and Barcola, because in this match, PSG Football Club was missing two professional attacking players. However, the team PSG faced yesterday may not have been as well-rounded as before, as a result it was not difficult for the Parisians to get points from this match. I agree that this team played comfortably against Lens but their teammate Lucas Beraldo suffered a serious ankle injury, so my idea the defending champions will have to be hesitant in the Champions League because three professional players on their team against Lens are injured.

Barcola (15', 51') was the hero of PSG's victory in this match. This player scored the first goal for PSG at the very beginning of the game and scored another goal shortly after the end of the first half to give his team a good lead over the opponent. Lens did not compete well at all in the match, but PSG won this match very comfortably. After conceding two goals, PSG did not seem to be in a hurry to score. When the opponent is strong, both teams play well, PSG is a much stronger team than Lens and they have shown their strength on the field as well, so the game seemed one-sided to me.

[AirtelBuzz]

Barcola (15', 51') was the hero of PSG's victory in this match. This player scored the first goal for PSG at the very beginning of the game and scored another goal shortly after the end of the first half to give his team a good lead over the opponent. Lens did not compete well at all in the match, but PSG won this match very comfortably. After conceding two goals, PSG did not seem to be in a hurry to score. When the opponent is strong, both teams play well, PSG is a much stronger team than Lens and they have shown their strength on the field as well, so the game seemed one-sided to me.

Paris Saint Germain's performance against Lens as the defending champion was completely impeccable, I think that day at the Parc des Princes was only for Parisians. It was very surprising in this match that a Portuguese player gave a master class performance and he was completely untouchable, as a result everyone may have seen that the hosts were in complete control of this match from the first whistle to the end. Barcola's exemplary performance against Lens is widely praised, yet we may be surprised by the rating of Portuguese player Vitinha. This player's passing range was exceptional in this match, so it's true that maybe that's why it was easy for PSC to secure a win against Lens.