Paris FC is set to host Toulouse on Saturday at Stade Jean-Bouin in their pursuit of a much-needed Ligue 1 victory. Currently positioned 14th in the table, Paris FC is seeking to break a four-match winless streak. Their last match concluded with a 0-0 draw against Le Havre, while Toulouse climbed to ninth place after a 1-0 victory over Strasbourg.
Match Preview
Paris FC started the season with aspirations of European qualification, but recent performances have hindered that ambition. They have won just one of their last eight league matches, claiming a 1-0 victory against Monaco. The team has struggled offensively, scoring one goal or fewer in four out of their last five domestic games.
Heading into matchday 16, Paris FC is just five points clear of the relegation zone. They have also struggled at home, failing to secure a win in their last four home matches in Ligue 1. A loss this weekend could mark their first stretch of five winless league games since January to March 2024.
Historical Context
Historically, Paris FC has been successful against Toulouse at home, remaining unbeaten in their last two encounters. Their last win over Toulouse occurred during a 2021 Ligue 2 match, where they secured a 3-1 victory in a behind-closed-doors setting at Stade Charlety.
Toulouse’s Recent Form
Toulouse ended a six-match winless streak last weekend, looking to build momentum with another win on Saturday. Achieving back-to-back victories would match their longest winning run in the current season. However, they have only won once on the road this season and are looking to improve on their three-match winless streak in away games.
Toulouse’s performance has seen them suffer narrow defeats, with four of their five losses this season by a single goal. They have managed to recover from a 1-0 deficit on four occasions, earning eight points from these situations. Even though Toulouse has recently had success against Paris FC, they have not won in Paris since 1982.
Team News
- Paris FC: Nhoa Sangui and Samir Chergui are sidelined due to hamstring injuries. Pierre Lees-Melou’s participation is uncertain due to a shin issue, while Pierre-Yves Hamel is doubtful with a calf injury. Kevin Trapp is expected to start as goalkeeper.
- Toulouse: Abu Francis is likely to miss the match with a lower leg problem, and Mario Sauer is doubtful due to injury. Emersonn Correia da Silva, who scored in their recent match, is a key player to watch.
Possible Lineups
| Paris FC | Toulouse |
|---|---|
| Trapp | Restes |
| Traore | McKenzie |
| Mbow | Cresswell |
| Otavio | Nicolaisen |
| De Smet | Sidibe |
| Camara | Vossah |
| Kebbal | Casseres |
| Marchetti | Methalie |
| M. Lopez | Magri |
| Krasso | Emersonn |
| Simon | Gboho |
Match Predictions
For this encounter, our prediction leans towards a 1-1 draw. Both teams appear evenly matched, and considering Toulouse’s resilient away form, a point seems likely.
