- Date and Time: Wednesday, January 22, 2025, 21:00 GMT+1
- Venue: Parc des Princes, Paris, France
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| Paris Saint-Germain vs Manchester City | Wednesday, January 22, 2025, 21:00 GMT+1 |
| Paris Saint-Germain odds | 2.42 |
| Manchester City odds | 3.8 |
| Draw | 2.65 |
| Over\Under | Total 2,5: 1.52/2.4 |
Paris Saint-Germain vs Manchester City Preview
Paris Saint-Germain
Paris Saint-Germain’s season is flawless domestically, as they rank first and remain undefeated with fourteen victories and four draws.
After eliminating Lens in the Coupe de France shortly before Christmas, the two teams were paired again in Ligue 1 last weekend. Despite winning 2-1, PSG struggled to punish Lens for their mistakes.
Luis Enrique’s team trailed 1-0 behind after M’Bala Nzola scored shortly before the half-time break. Fabián Ruiz scored the equalizer in the 59th minute, but PSG only claimed the lead in the 86th minute when Bradley Barcola scored.
👀 2 days before we face City! 💪⚽️
🔜 #PSGCITY I #UCL ✨ pic.twitter.com/Sw8qKB1aob
— Paris Saint-Germain (@PSG_English) January 20, 2025
However, PSG’s season in the Champions League couldn’t be more different. The
French club is in 25th place, a position that is not enough to qualify for the knockout round. To turn things around, PSG secured the signing of Napoli’s Khvicha Kvaratskhelia to reinforce the attack.
| Recent Form | DWWWW |
| Key Player to Watch | Bradley Barcola |
| Team Strengths | Strong individual quality, squad depth in the attack, athletic team |
| Team Weaknesses | Lack of rest defence, lack of squad depth in the midfield, lack of resilient mentality |
| Key injuries and suspensions. | Ibrahim Mbaye |
Manchester City
Manchester City’s season has drawn attention due to their struggles, marking one of the lowest points since Pep Guardiola took over. Rodri’s injury was believed by many to be the reason of the team’s struggles, but the last two months have demonstrated the issues run deeper in the club.
The team is ranked fifth and has struggled defensively, regularly conceding counter-attacks. The attack struggles to compensate, leading to worries about the team despite remaining undefeated in the last six matches.
— Manchester City (@ManCity) January 20, 2025
The Citizens dropped points against Brentford (2-2) but bounced back with a 6-0 victory against Ipswich. Coach Pep Guardiola was full of praise for the team: “Everyone with the ball was clever, quicker, faster. Everyone is related. You cannot be quick, wise and good if you are not connected defensively”.
Even in victories like against West Ham (4-1), the team conceded dangerous counter-attacks.
In an effort to change course, Manchester City secured the signing of defender Abukodir Khusanov, while more signings are expected in the coming days.
| Recent Form | WWWDW |
| Key Player to Watch | Savio |
| Team Strengths | Strong tactical identity, squad depth and dominance of ball possession |
| Team Weaknesses | Lack of adaptation after Rodri’s injury, defensively frail, lack of mental resilience |
| Key injuries and suspensions. | Nathan Aké, John Stones, Rodri, Claudio Eccheveri and Oscar Bobb |
Paris Saint-Germain vs Manchester City Head-to-Head Statistics
Manchester City have won four of their six meetings. PSG’s first victory came in 2021, while their 2016 encounter ended in a draw. PSG won for the first time against Manchester City in 2021, while their first encounter in 2016 ended in a draw.
Manchester City won the last encounter, which dates back to 2021. Kylian Mbappé scored PSG’s only goal in the 50th minute, but Raheem Sterling and Gabriel Jesus scored for Manchester City to make it 2-1.
In PSG’s only victory against Manchester City, Idrissi Gueye scored in the 9th minute the first goal, while Lionel Messi made it 2-0 in the second half.
Bet hereParis Saint-Germain vs Manchester City Player Focus
Although Ousmane Dembélé remains the most talented player of the team, Bradley Barcola should be mentioned as the man to watch out for. His strong physique combined with a unique sense of dribbling makes him one of the best wingers in France.
In Europe, he has often ended as the team’s most important threat in the final third, combining creative vision and finishing skills in the box. He scored and assisted in the last two games, as he has been consistent throughout the season.
A record-equalling @premierleague away win! 🙌 pic.twitter.com/YpAAYvNybc
— Manchester City (@ManCity) January 20, 2025
As for Manchester City, it is also a winger: Savio. Erling Haaland has struggled in the last games as he has received less services, which suddenly made Savio the best forward of the team.
He played shy at the beginning, often doubting whether he should go for the dribble. In the last months, the Brazilian has returned to his former self and has become unstoppable on the ball. Manchester City desperately needed courage in the final third.
Paris Saint-Germain vs Manchester City Analysis
While Manchester City were favorites in their previous clashes against PSG, the landscape has shifted to PSG’s favour as Manchester City struggle to defend. Luis Enrique is likely to use his forwards as triggers to force the Citizens to commit mistakes.
At the same time, PSG themselves face similar issues, leading to a battle of accuracy between the two teams. Anything is possible under City’s current form, as they are yet to find a formula to stop counter-attacks without Rodri.
Paris Saint-Germain vs Manchester City Prediction
- Football pick: Draw
- Odds: 2.42 (22Bet)
- Score prediction: PSG 2-2 Manchester City
While Manchester City have dominated the clash in the past, both teams struggle to defend, making the match similar to a ping-pong match. It’s often said that the before-last mistake determines the outcome.
This idea never rang louder: PSG urgently needed points, while Manchester City started to build confidence with victories like the 8-0 in the FA Cup or the 6-0 against Ipswich Town.
However, coach Pep Guardiola is rumoured to be going through a divorce which is likely to impact him negatively.
Furthermore, Manchester City need Haaland to be on form to outscore the opposition, while PSG can count on Bradcola and Ousmane Dembélé.
PSG vs Manchester City Betting Tip
- Football Pick: Bradley Barcola to score
- Odds: 3 (22Bet)
With John Stones missing the game due to injury, Kyle Walker’s future in the air and Nathan Ake’s availability uncertain, Manchester City’s defence will be weakened. The backline already suffers when starters are available, as no player has been able to fill the void left by Rodri.
Bradley Barcola thrives in 1v1 challenges, using his physique to emerge victorious, making him a major threat at the Parc des Princes.
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