The Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) will face Lille in a crucial Ligue 1 match after a surprising exit from the Coupe de France. The team, managed by Luis Enrique, is under pressure to keep pace with RC Lens, who currently leads the league by one point. PSG’s recent form has seen them drop out of the cup competition, losing to Paris FC.
PSG vs Lille: Official Lineups Announced
Both teams have experienced challenges with player availability due to injuries and international commitments. PSG has notable absences, with players like Ndjantou, Lee, Safonov, Neves, Mbaye, and Hakimi unavailable for the match.
PSG’s Tactical Setup
Luis Enrique will deploy a 4-3-3 formation for PSG. The starting lineup is as follows:
- Goalkeeper: Chevalier
- Defenders: Zaïre-Emery, Marquinhos, Pacho, Mendes
- Midfielders: Ruiz, Vitinha, Mayulu
- Forwards: Doué, Dembélé, Kvaratskhelia
Zaïre-Emery serves as the right-back, while Vitinha anchors the midfield. Dembélé is positioned as a false nine, flanked by Doué and Kvaratskhelia on the wings.
Lille’s Squad Situation
Lille, managed by Bruno Genesio, will also contend with missing key players. André, Ousmane Touré, Fernandez-Pardo, and Igamane are all sidelined, but the return of Mandi is a significant boost for the defense.
- Goalkeeper: Özer
- Defenders: Tiago Santos, Mandi, Ngoy, Perraud
- Midfielders: Bouaddi, Mukau, Bentaleb
- Forwards: E. Mbappé, Giroud, Haraldsson
This match marks an important fixture for both clubs. PSG aims to regain momentum, while Lille seeks to secure a top-four position in the league.
Kickoff for this highly anticipated clash is set for 21:00 CET, with live commentary available on El-Balad.
