Faced with a Nantes team in distress, Paris Saint-Germain will try this Saturday at the Parc to once again forget their European misadventures with a success in order to consolidate their leading position in Ligue 1.
This is a permanent question for Paris Saint Germain, at least since the start of the fall. Trying to forget the poor performance of the week on the European scene to bounce back quickly the weekend in the championship. It’s not easy, but it has the merit of keeping the team performing well in Ligue 1 thanks to the players’ desire to correct things. With 32 points out of a possible 36, Luis Enrique’s men have so far had no difficulty reigning domestically, an impressive record that only three other clubs have managed to achieve in history. This necessarily contrasts with what Paris gives off in C1, the confidence, the domination but above all the game are not the same in these two competitions.
A resilient Komboauré
The focus is therefore mainly placed on the Salzburg meeting in ten days, but a quiet victory will therefore be desired this Saturday against the Canaries. An opponent buried at the bottom of the ranking (16th and play-off) who has not won since August 31, i.e. 8 consecutive matches. The crisis is therefore felt more intensely on the Jonelière side, with a marked fed up among the supporters which possibly precedes a possible change of coach. Because the magician of maintenance Antoine Kombouaré sees his credit crumble week after week and with the series of meetings to come (PSG, Rennes, Brest, Lille and Monaco) the balance sheet risks not improving unfortunately. A story that repeats itself with an uncertain outcome concerning the survival of this legendary club in Ligue 1 but a scenario that does not yet scare coach Kayak.I know I’m on the front line, until someone tells me “It’s over”, I’m here and happy doing what I do every day. Since we’re not well, it’s in my best interest to concentrate on my work. It’s complicated but we believe in it.”
Donnarumma back in the eleven
On the other hand, Luis Enrique does not seem to care about the pressure surrounding his counterpart just as he does not think about the pressure that has surrounded him for several weeks and which has increased since the defeat in Munich. Yesterday at a press conference, he practically never mentioned his future opponent Nantes and all the questions were focused on the future of the club in C1.I don’t watch the press, it doesn’t matter if we win or lose. What is said outside can have repercussions internally but I remain focused. I think our performance is better than last year. We were in the last four in C1, who can say if we will be able to qualify or reach this same level? before insisting on the need to remain efficient every weekend because the intensity in L1 is not negligible either.What could make you think that Ligue 1 does not have the sufficient level to prepare for the C1? Look at the rankings of other French clubs. Everything around us is quite negative for several reasons but I try to see things in a positive way. We have to show behaviors in the championship to find them in C1.”
The Iberian coach did not give any indications on the composition of his starting team, but Donnarumma should regain his starting place in goals behind a quartet of Hakimi, Marquinhos, Skriniar and Nuno Mendes. In the middle a doubt remains between Vitinha and Joao Neves to accompany Zaire-Emery and Fabian Ruiz. Ahead of Gonçalo Ramos could celebrate his second start of the season to accompany Demebelé and Barcola.
What time will the meeting take place?
The match between Paris Saint-Germain and FC Nantes which will be managed by Jeremy Stinat will take place at 9 p.m. this Saturday at the Parc des Princes.
On which TV channel is PSG – Nantes broadcast?
The meeting will be broadcast live and exclusively on DAZN. Subscription prices have been reduced. Take advantage of the Unlimited annual subscription, reduced to €19.99 per month instead of €29.99 with a 12-month commitment.
What streaming broadcast for the match?
You can follow the meeting in streaming only on the DAZN platform. The match is broadcast from 9 p.m.
Possible compositions
Paris Saint-Germain: Donnarumma – Hakimi (cap.), Skriniar, Marquinhos, Nuno Mendes – Zaire-Emery, Vitinha, Ruiz – Dembélé, Barcola, Gonçalo Ramos.
Nantes: Lafont – Castelletto, Zézé, Duverne, Cozza – Chirivella, Lepenant – Mollet, Augusto, Simon – Abline
The probable coasts
PSG is the clear favorite in this opposition against Nantes, which remains on three consecutive defeats in head-to-head matches.
Betclic: Paris SG 1.18 / Draw 6.10 / Nantes 9.50.
Unibet: Paris SG 1.22 / Draw 6.75 / Nantes 11.00.
Sports bets: Paris SG 1.21 / Draw 7.40 / Nantes 11.50.