Ligue 1 Match: Paris Saint-Germain vs. Angers SCO - Preview, Team News, and Predicted Lineups
Match Preview
Two of France's most formidable football clubs, Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) and Angers SCO, are set to clash in an enthralling Ligue 1 match on Wednesday, August 2, 2023, at the Parc des Princes in Paris, France.
PSG, the reigning Ligue 1 champions, will be seeking to continue their impressive start to the season, having won both of their opening matches. Angers, on the other hand, will be looking to bounce back from their defeat in their first game of the campaign.
The match is expected to be a closely contested affair, with both teams boasting talented squads capable of producing match-winning performances.
Team News
Paris Saint-Germain
- PSG will be without the services of defender Presnel Kimpembe, who is suspended for this match.
- Marco Verratti and Kylian Mbappé are both doubtful for the match due to minor injuries.
- Lionel Messi and Neymar are expected to start for the French champions.
Angers SCO
- Angers will be without the suspended midfielder Nabil Bentaleb for this match.
- Defender Enzo Ebosse is doubtful for the match due to a knock.
- Sofiane Boufal and Amine Salama are expected to lead the line for Angers.
Predicted Lineups
Paris Saint-Germain
(4-3-3): Donnarumma; Ramos, Marquinhos, Danilo Pereira, Nuno Mendes; Vitinha, Renato Sanches, Fabian Ruiz; Messi, Mbappé, NeymarAngers SCO
(4-2-3-1): Bernardoni; Hountondji, Blazic, Traoré, Doumbia; Mendy, Capelle; Sima, Hunou, Boufal; SalamaKey Takeaways
- PSG will be aiming to extend their winning streak to three games.
- Angers will be hoping to get their first points of the 2023-24 Ligue 1 season.
- The match is expected to be a close and entertaining affair.
