Two of the joint leaders in Ligue 1 clash at the Parc des Princes this weekend. Reigning champions PSG are hoping to take first place from current leaders Lyon.

PSG Hit by Injuries After a Busy Fortnight in Europe

It has been a great couple of weeks for PSG in terms of results, with 4-2 victories coming against Manchester City and Barcelona in the Champions League. However, they were rocked by a major blow to Khvicha Kvaratskhelia in midweek.

The Georgian, who netted eight times in 28 league appearances last term, has torn his ACL. He could now miss the remainder of the campaign. Ousmane Dembélé and Marquinhos are also set for shorter spells on the sidelines due to injuries sustained this week. Nuno Mendes is an additional absentee.

Luis Enrique will likely turn to Ferran Torres and Maghnes Akliouche in attack. Ferran has impressed in his first season in Ligue 1, netting four goals in seven appearances.

Paris Saint-Germain predicted lineup vs Lyon (4-3-3): Safonov; Hakimi, Zabarnyi, Pacho, Digne; João Neves, Vitinha, Fabián; Akliouche, Ferran, Doué.

Lyon Looking for Nuamah to Do the Damage in Paris

Despite the quick turnaround following their Europa League match, Lyon are expected to field a strong lineup for this crucial domestic encounter. They’ll need to cope without Keito Nakamura, who was sent off in the 2-1 win over Nice last weekend.

The visitors are also missing Loïs Openda, Nicolás Tagliafico and Mohamed Ouédraogo due to injuries. However, Pavel Šulc is hoping to be fit. He has registered one goal and three assists in seven league outings.

Les Gones will be looking for Ernest Nuamah to get in one-on-one situations against the PSG left-back, who could be Lucas Digne. The 22-year-old has already netted three times in the French top flight this term, and is averaging 1.8 dribbles per game.

Lyon predicted lineup vs Paris Saint-Germain (4-3-3): Greif; Athekame, Bacher, Niakhaté, Abner; Morton, Tolisso, Nartey; Nuamah, Šulc, Duranville.

Paris Saint-Germain vs Lyon Prediction

  • Safe Tip: Both teams to score
  • Odds: 1.53 (22Bet)
  • Correct score prediction: Paris Saint-Germain 2-1 Lyon
  • 22Bet Booking Code: FVQYH

Key stats:

  • Each of the previous six meetings in all competitions has seen both teams score.
  • Across domestic and European football, all of PSG’s last five games have delivered goals at each end.
  • Lyon are averaging 1.86 goals per 90 minutes in Ligue 1.

Lyon have netted twice in each of their past three outings against PSG. That strong record in front of goal will give the underdogs confidence heading into this clash.

The main risk is the reigning European champions simply outclassing their opponents, but their injury problems point towards a more even contest. Backing both teams to score has been a winning strategy in six of the home team’s seven league fixtures this season. It’s a safe pick at 1.53 here.

Paris Saint-Germain vs Lyon Prediction, Value Tip

  • Value Tip: Lyon +1.5 Handicap
  • Odds: 1.77 (22Bet)
  • 22Bet Booking Code: UMRYH

The demands of playing two of Europe’s strongest teams over the previous two weeks could catch up with PSG. They’ve not been dominant domestically, winning just two of their Ligue 1 encounters by more than one goal.

Lyon have only suffered one league defeat this season. They’ve been beaten by two goals or more in just one of their past five outings against this opposition. Backing Les Gones with a +1.5 handicap offers value at 1.77.

Verdict: Both teams to score (1.53) — Paris Saint-Germain 2-1 Lyon.