French Soccer League Predictions and Discussion Thread (Ligue 1)

[m4r1o]

Of course, no one expected PSG to be this good after Luis Enrique changed the players' mindset to work together effectively to achieve very satisfying results and win many titles.
Initially, PSG was constantly underestimated as a club only strong domestically, but after Luis Enrique took over as coach, he had the courage to let go of star players and opted to retain several key players who could easily execute his strategy.

Luis Enrique did a good job but we are still talking about a PSG team that simply needed a psychological boost to give more than they can naturally deliver, thanks to their excellent team of players
I do not knowed who you think underestimated PSG, but whoever did so simply made a grave mistake; we're not talking about a team from a small town in the countryside

[mvdheuvel1983]

PSG has been putting in more effort and work so far since the founding of the club. They have worked tirelessly to achieve many things, but all those years, they were not able to produce a player who won a Ballon d’Or while still playing for them. It is the same as not being able to achieve the Champions League trophy since the founding of the club, even with all the reputable players that played for them. Not until last season, when they got all their missing ribs, which is the Champions League trophy and the Ballon d’Or. It was actually a remarkable season for them, to be honest.

This season, PSG will also be in an extraordinary position because their strength as a team hasn't diminished, although repeating last season's achievements will be very difficult this season because the circumstances are always different. I still want to see PSG compete fiercely in the Champions League until the final so that they continue to be considered a threat by other teams, so that no one will underestimate PSG in this major competition. Meanwhile, in Ligue 1, almost every season is predictable who will win the title, because other teams are still unable to match PSG's strength in Ligue 1.

PSG wasn't predicted as the team that would win the champions League last season but they started slowly but ended up defeating all the teams they came across till they won the competition, they understand that the challenge is open now and other teams will be challenging them to make sure they don't win it again because they now understand the strength of PSG but they can still go on to win the competition if they don't slow down in their form which is the only thing that can stop them from defending their title. PSG doesn't have a problem in the Ligue1 because they dominate the league they should just focus on improving the strength of the squad so they they can defend all the titles they won last season as the best team they are.

[yenerbatmaz]

PSG has been putting in more effort and work so far since the founding of the club. They have worked tirelessly to achieve many things, but all those years, they were not able to produce a player who won a Ballon d’Or while still playing for them. It is the same as not being able to achieve the Champions League trophy since the founding of the club, even with all the reputable players that played for them. Not until last season, when they got all their missing ribs, which is the Champions League trophy and the Ballon d’Or. It was actually a remarkable season for them, to be honest.

This season, PSG will also be in an extraordinary position because their strength as a team hasn't diminished, although repeating last season's achievements will be very difficult this season because the circumstances are always different. I still want to see PSG compete fiercely in the Champions League until the final so that they continue to be considered a threat by other teams, so that no one will underestimate PSG in this major competition. Meanwhile, in Ligue 1, almost every season is predictable who will win the title, because other teams are still unable to match PSG's strength in Ligue 1.

I have no doubts that PSG will go far in the Champions League this season because they have always been in the semifinals in recent of times. However, I don't know if they can make it to the finals because if they do, they might win it again. Currently, I haven't seen any club capable of defeating them. Only Chelsea was able to do that last season, I don't know if they can this season.

I don't think PSG will even make it to the semi-finals.
Yes, they won the Barcelona match, but they didn't play well with their substitutes. The winning goal came in the final minute, but don't let that fool you.
PSG is most effective when they play with their main players. Like every team, PSG's bench isn't sufficient.
The kind of lineup they'll use going forward will be a key factor.

[Shineup]

Paris saint German have being one of the best team in French league one since 1980s, dominating the league with astonishing performance without giving space for division of power by other teams which that dominating power increased beyond reasonable doubt when Qatar sports investments officially announced their ownership of the team in 2011, bringing super reenforcement to the team by adding quality players like: Lionel messi, Zlatan ibrahimovic, Neymah, kylian mbappe and so on to there squad making the team one of the most challenging team in Europe.

Actually they have been one of the best sides in the league but their dominance started after the Qatari investors took over the club and transformed it into a elite club not only in France but in Europe by massively investing in world class players and now they have finally clinched the coveted UCL trophy which has always been their dream. PSG'S dominance in french football has been stretched beyond that of Olympique Lyonnais who won the league for seven consecutive years by adding the UCL to their cabinet.

With last year's Champions League title, they became the best team in France in terms of reputation. They've already been very successful in this regard in the past. Ronaldinho, for example, broke into the global arena with Paris Saint-Germain. Paris Saint-Germain could offer many similar examples. Last year's Champions League title is the fruit of a long-term investment. After taking over the team in France, the Qatari president finally achieved his goal and transformed Paris Saint-Germain into one of the strongest teams not only in France but also in the world. I think every team in the world would want such a president.

They are actually the greatest in that league since then till date and no one comes close but it's quite unfortunate they couldn't won any European trophy even with such an incredible squad, one of the reasons that made me believe sometimes it's not really All about quality players but understanding of a team, who could believe after with all these star players that have came and left they still manage to lift and European trophy with an unexpected team that no one could believe on, imagine player like osmane Dembele that was mocked and rejected at Barcelona will turns out to win the ballon D'or, so we just hope it lasts in the Europe competition.

[Mayor of ogba]

Defending UCL should not even be a goal, while it is in theory a goal, but it should at least be not the expectation. Because nobody can do it, only real did it, but even they are incapable of doing that for many years, both before and after they did it.

Yes, defending Champions League trophy should not be a goal because so many big teams are involved in the competition, which even makes it more difficult for teams to win the Champions League back-to-back. Any team that wins the Champions League always looks forward to defending it so that their name will be written in the history book of the Champions League as one of the teams that won the Champions League back-to-back. That is the reason why teams are eager to defend the Champions League.

[CryptoBuds]

Yes, defending Champions League trophy should not be a goal because so many big teams are involved in the competition, which even makes it more difficult for teams to win the Champions League back-to-back. Any team that wins the Champions League always looks forward to defending it so that their name will be written in the history book of the Champions League as one of the teams that won the Champions League back-to-back. That is the reason why teams are eager to defend the Champions League.

It is very difficult to win the Champions league twice in a row. Because the competition here is very intense. Every team that has qualified for the knockout round is very strong. And the  teams have to fight hard to win the title.

But is it impossible to win the Champions league title in two  consecutive seasons?  In the last season, none of us imagined that PSG would win the Champions League title. But we have seen this incredible event. So naturally Luis enrique will try his best to win the title. Maybe they will not be able to win the title. But Enrique will definitely try his best  to bring the Champions league title to PSG.

[Mayor of ogba]

PSG has been putting in more effort and work so far since the founding of the club. They have worked tirelessly to achieve many things, but all those years, they were not able to produce a player who won a Ballon d’Or while still playing for them. It is the same as not being able to achieve the Champions League trophy since the founding of the club, even with all the reputable players that played for them. Not until last season, when they got all their missing ribs, which is the Champions League trophy and the Ballon d’Or. It was actually a remarkable season for them, to be honest.

This season, PSG will also be in an extraordinary position because their strength as a team hasn't diminished, although repeating last season's achievements will be very difficult this season because the circumstances are always different. I still want to see PSG compete fiercely in the Champions League until the final so that they continue to be considered a threat by other teams, so that no one will underestimate PSG in this major competition. Meanwhile, in Ligue 1, almost every season is predictable who will win the title, because other teams are still unable to match PSG's strength in Ligue 1.

I have no doubts that PSG will go far in the Champions League this season because they have always been in the semifinals in recent of times. However, I don't know if they can make it to the finals because if they do, they might win it again. Currently, I haven't seen any club capable of defeating them. Only Chelsea was able to do that last season, I don't know if they can this season.

I don't think PSG will even make it to the semi-finals.
Yes, they won the Barcelona match, but they didn't play well with their substitutes. The winning goal came in the final minute, but don't let that fool you.
PSG is most effective when they play with their main players. Like every team, PSG's bench isn't sufficient.
The kind of lineup they'll use going forward will be a key factor.

It is okay if you think that PSG can't make it to the semi final of the Champions League because you are entitled to your opinion. And PSG winning Barcelona in the second round of the Champions League isn't enough reason to say that PSG will make it to the semi final. But in my opinion, if PSG can defeat big teams without some of their key players, I believe there is a likely chance PSG will make it to the semi final if they play with their full squad.

[jostorres]

Some people in previous posts said they were underrated, others maintain they're one of the best clubs in Europe.
I think you just have to look at PSG's results, see Luis Enrique work, and understand that it really doesn't take much, "so to speak."

Matches are won thanks to teamwork, including everyone players, coaches, physical trainers, doctors, and everything else that goes into making a team

That teamwork part is true, they are really winning games by being a team, and not rely on anyone at all. Proven by the fact that they won without Dembele, Kvara, Doue and still managed to make a comeback win. It's clear that we are seeing a team that knows how to play well with each other within a system.

From the 15 year old kid, to 35 year old veteran, they all know their positions well and they all know very well what the yare suppose to do. This should be the most important part is to make sure that they are handling it as well as possible. Of course this isn't an easy task, requires years of training normally but they are wondering how this could be changed and how we could make it work a better way.

[Ahli38]

PSG has been putting in more effort and work so far since the founding of the club. They have worked tirelessly to achieve many things, but all those years, they were not able to produce a player who won a Ballon d’Or while still playing for them. It is the same as not being able to achieve the Champions League trophy since the founding of the club, even with all the reputable players that played for them. Not until last season, when they got all their missing ribs, which is the Champions League trophy and the Ballon d’Or. It was actually a remarkable season for them, to be honest.

This season, PSG will also be in an extraordinary position because their strength as a team hasn't diminished, although repeating last season's achievements will be very difficult this season because the circumstances are always different. I still want to see PSG compete fiercely in the Champions League until the final so that they continue to be considered a threat by other teams, so that no one will underestimate PSG in this major competition. Meanwhile, in Ligue 1, almost every season is predictable who will win the title, because other teams are still unable to match PSG's strength in Ligue 1.

I have no doubts that PSG will go far in the Champions League this season because they have always been in the semifinals in recent of times. However, I don't know if they can make it to the finals because if they do, they might win it again. Currently, I haven't seen any club capable of defeating them. Only Chelsea was able to do that last season, I don't know if they can this season.

We cannot doubt PSG's performance this season which has been outstanding in Ligue 1 and even in the Champions League, where PSG has defeated PSG in the Champions League phase this season. However we cannot yet be sure of PSG's survival in the Champions League because it is still early days for them. I personally believe in PSG if they can get through at least the next five games. And I also feel that the Champions League is a very unpredictable competition in the end. Moreover since we know that there are so many teams ready to surprise the big teams. Additionally I also think it is difficult to win the Champions League title consecutively. And in recent years only Real Madrid has been able to do this. So I think it will be difficult for PSG to achieve this. I think they need some kind of magic touch or even luck to win it.

[sana54210]

I have no doubts that PSG will go far in the Champions League this season because they have always been in the semifinals in recent of times. However, I don't know if they can make it to the finals because if they do, they might win it again. Currently, I haven't seen any club capable of defeating them. Only Chelsea was able to do that last season, I don't know if they can this season.

Considering last year was VASTLY different than other years, we can safely say that they are a different breed of team now. Until last year we were dealing with a much better team on paper and superstars, but last year they realized that is not the way to get better, and they opted to stay as a big team that had no stars but 11 great players instead. Look at how they did with Donnaruma, the moment someone wanted to shine brighter than others, they sent him away.

Even Dembele, who won Ballon D'or, doesn't question his place in the team, and doesn't act as a leader or the best player. You will have hard time beating a team like that and I am sure that they be a great threat to any team they will face this season as well.

[m4r1o]

This season, PSG will also be in an extraordinary position because their strength as a team hasn't diminished, although repeating last season's achievements will be very difficult this season because the circumstances are always different. I still want to see PSG compete fiercely in the Champions League until the final so that they continue to be considered a threat by other teams, so that no one will underestimate PSG in this major competition. Meanwhile, in Ligue 1, almost every season is predictable who will win the title, because other teams are still unable to match PSG's strength in Ligue 1.
I have no doubts that PSG will go far in the Champions League this season because they havw always been in the semifinals in recent of times. However, I don't know if they can make it to the finals because if they do, they might win it again. Currently, I haven't seen any club that can defeat them. Only Chelsea was able to do that last season, I don't know if they can this season.

Let's say that Paris Saint Germain is now dominating both here and in Europe, no team they have faced has the necessary requirements to beat them, in fact i still can't explain how they managed to lose against Chelsea, i don't understand it as an ignorant person like me.

[Velvet78]

1.20 for PSG to become champions currently...

Not bad for a person who would bet on with a big amount of money.    Like 1200 dollars you get for a bet of 1000. But is it worth the risk for a whole season? I wouldn't do so.

Even though I know how rare we see a different champion, I would rather bet on an underdog. Like Monaco for example... Sebastien Pocognoli is about to be the new manager. He is an interesting choice so I would try them just for fun! With a small amount of course.

[Frankolala]

It is okay if you think that PSG can't make it to the semi final of the Champions League because you are entitled to your opinion. And PSG winning Barcelona in the second round of the Champions League isn't enough reason to say that PSG will make it to the semi final. But in my opinion, if PSG can defeat big teams without some of their key players, I believe there is a likely chance PSG will make it to the semi final if they play with their full squad.

Imagine that PSG players were all available on that day, it means that Barcelona would have conceded more goals. Last season, PSG struggled in their group stage matches but at the end they came out victorious. This season, they have started the competition in a grand style by winning Barcelona without any problem. I believe that they will definitely make it to the semifinals because they gat the quality.

[rakebit]

Ligue 1 is always full of surprises, even smaller teams can cause upsets early in the season. PSG stays the favorite, but clubs like Lille and Monaco often give strong value on odds. Checking form and player fitness before matches really helps. Who’s your pick for top 3 this season?

[Mayor of ogba]

It is okay if you think that PSG can't make it to the semi final of the Champions League because you are entitled to your opinion. And PSG winning Barcelona in the second round of the Champions League isn't enough reason to say that PSG will make it to the semi final. But in my opinion, if PSG can defeat big teams without some of their key players, I believe there is a likely chance PSG will make it to the semi final if they play with their full squad.

Imagine that PSG players were all available on that day, it means that Barcelona would have conceded more goals. Last season, PSG struggled in their group stage matches but at the end they came out victorious. This season, they have started the competition in a grand style by winning Barcelona without any problem. I believe that they will definitely make it to the semifinals because they gat the quality.

I already imagined that, and it made me say what I said in my previous post. After PSG played two Champions League matches this season, I noticed that PSG is still in good shape, and only a few clubs can stand a chance of defeating PSG in the Champions League. PSG making it to the semi final is quite easy because before they will play against the team that will knock them out of the Champions league; it could be in the quarter final or semi final.

[Egii Nna]

It is okay if you think that PSG can't make it to the semi final of the Champions League because you are entitled to your opinion. And PSG winning Barcelona in the second round of the Champions League isn't enough reason to say that PSG will make it to the semi final. But in my opinion, if PSG can defeat big teams without some of their key players, I believe there is a likely chance PSG will make it to the semi final if they play with their full squad.

Imagine that PSG players were all available on that day, it means that Barcelona would have conceded more goals. Last season, PSG struggled in their group stage matches but at the end they came out victorious. This season, they have started the competition in a grand style by winning Barcelona without any problem. I believe that they will definitely make it to the semifinals because they gat the quality.

PSG has a lot of potential this season, and from all indications, there is no sign of weakness from the team. They will go a long way in the Champions League this season because they are one of the favourite teams to win the trophy. Even though I know it will be a bit hard for them as well, that game against Barcelona was not what we all expected to see. We thought they wouldn’t make it, as their squad was not complete, but they showed us that they are capable and strong. Even if their full squad were present, then the story would have been wild.

[Phoenix Anka]

Ligue 1 is always full of surprises, even smaller teams can cause upsets early in the season. PSG stays the favorite, but clubs like Lille and Monaco often give strong value on odds. Checking form and player fitness before matches really helps. Who’s your pick for top 3 this season?

Of course, Paris Saint-Germain, Monaco, Marseille. That's my top three ranking. In fact, Marseille would be second, Monaco third. However, one thing remains constant: Paris Saint-Germain will win the championship. If Paris Saint-Germain fails to win the French league this year, it would be the biggest surprise in years. It would also be the biggest disappointment for Paris Saint-Germain in years. I can't even imagine such a setback coming after winning the Champions League. I'm sure manager Luis Enrique will take precautions and ensure he remains the sole leader until the end of the season.

[Mayor of ogba]

Ligue 1 is always full of surprises, even smaller teams can cause upsets early in the season. PSG stays the favorite, but clubs like Lille and Monaco often give strong value on odds. Checking form and player fitness before matches really helps. Who’s your pick for top 3 this season?

I think you are mistaking Ligue 1 for another league because since I started watching Ligue 1 matches, I haven't seen many upsets happening. The clubs that are supposed to win their match always end up winning their match most of the time. PSG is the favorite to win Ligue 1 title, and no team will rival them or stop them from achieving it this season.

[Slow death]

Ligue 1 is always full of surprises, even smaller teams can cause upsets early in the season. PSG stays the favorite, but clubs like Lille and Monaco often give strong value on odds. Checking form and player fitness before matches really helps. Who’s your pick for top 3 this season?

My top 3 for this season will be:

1 - PSG (will be champions)

2 - Olympique de Marseille (will finish second)

3 - Monaco (will finish third)

So far, Strasbourg has surprised me a lot because they're currently in third place. They've signed some young players. I don't know if they're playing because I haven't had time to watch a Strasbourg match against a Ligue 1 team. But I confess that I didn't expect that after seven Ligue 1 matches, they'd remain in third place. Maybe they'll finish in the European competition qualifying position. Lyon is also starting well; I believe they'll fight for European competition spots. Lille also has potential, but they've performed poorly in their last three matches.

[CryptoBuds]

PSG has a lot of potential this season, and from all indications, there is no sign of weakness from the team. They will go a long way in the Champions League this season because they are one of the favourite teams to win the trophy. Even though I know it will be a bit hard for them as well, that game against Barcelona was not what we all expected to see. We thought they wouldn’t make it, as their squad was not complete, but they showed us that they are capable and strong. Even if their full squad were present, then the story would have been wild.

The most important players of PSG squad Dembele and Doue  are injured. Even then we can see a good performance from psg . PSG's performance was stable even against big teams like barcelona and they won. PSG is also in possession of the top spot of Ligue 1 table. PSG will make utmost efforts to win the champions league title this season too. Even if it is difficult to win the Champions league title for two consecutive  seasons, but Luis Enrique will try his best. On the other hand , securing the Ligue 1 title will not be a difficult task for PSG.