Can Mbappé Break His PSG Drought as Strasbourg Visit the Capital?
Paris St. Germain vs Strasbourg - 21/10/2023
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As the streets of Paris buzz with anticipation, Paris St. Germain, currently nestled in the 3rd spot of Ligue 1, prepare to lock horns with the 11th placed Strasbourg this Saturday afternoon.
The clash promises more than just league points, with narratives aplenty brewing in both camps.
PSG's recent performance against Stade Rennais was nothing short of remarkable.
An outside-the-box wonder strike from Vitinha, combined with Achraf Hakimi's header and Randal Kolo Muani's clinical finish, ensured a 3-1 victory.
Their attacking intent was clear with a staggering 17 shots, 7 of which were on target.
However, it wasn't just the scoreline that raised eyebrows, but the manner in which PSG bounced back after their humbling 4-1 defeat to Newcastle United in the Champions League.
Strasbourg, on the other hand, endured a less jubilant outing. They lost a close encounter to FC Nantes 2-1, with Dion Moise Sahi's last-minute goal offering some solace but still leaving fans longing for more.
The earlier goals by Nantes' Marcus Coco and Samuel Moutoussamy had set a tone Strasbourg couldn't overturn.
Diving into their recent history, PSG and Strasbourg have orchestrated some thrillers.
Their past six meetings in Ligue 1 alone are a testament to that. PSG emerged victorious on four occasions, with two matches ending all square.
Goal enthusiasts wouldn't have been disappointed either, with five of those games witnessing over 2.5 goals.
PSG's 4-0 decimation of Strasbourg in December 2020 stands out, highlighting the former's attacking prowess.
The season so far paints a slightly varied picture for both teams. PSG's journey across all competitions has seen them triumph in 5 games, draw 3, and suffer 2 defeats.
Strasbourg, meanwhile, has had a more turbulent ride with 3 wins, a single draw, and 4 losses.
While stats and form play their role, one can't overlook the individual brilliance football often brings to the fore.
PSG's talisman, Kylian Mbappé, has been nothing short of sensational on the international front.
Scoring thrice and setting up a goal in just two games against the Netherlands and Scotland, he has been the talk of the town.
But a four-game dry spell with PSG looms large. Could this be the game he breaks his drought?
Echoing the trend of PSG's recent home fixtures, one can expect a barrage of goals. The previous three matches at their den have all witnessed over 2.5 goals, setting the stage for another spectacle.
Considering all these factors, the pendulum of favor swings towards PSG. As Strasbourg step onto the Parisian turf, they'll need more than just luck to thwart the home team.
Forebet predicts a high-scoring win for Paris St. Germain.
Home team
Away team
Pred
Correct score
Avg. goals
Weather conditions
Coef.
Score
Live
coef.
Fr1
592318
1
3 - 1
3.25
13°
1.25
1.25
6.50
9.50
no
no
no
3 - 0(2 - 0)
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