PSG vs Liverpool Preview

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Two of Europe’s most in-form sides collide in what promises to be a thrilling UEFA Champions League last-16 tie, as Paris Saint-Germain host Liverpool at the Parc des Princes.

PSG enter this fixture in stunning form, boasting an unbeaten 22-game streak (W19, D3) across all competitions.

Their 10-0 aggregate thrashing of Brest in the play-off round showcased their goal-scoring prowess, and they will be looking to replicate that dominance against an English giant.

However, history is not on their side against English clubs, with just two wins from their last eight encounters (D1, L5). That said, their form at home in Europe remains formidable, losing only 10 of their last 80 home UCL matches (W50, D20).

Liverpool, meanwhile, have been equally sensational in attack, finishing top of the league phase (W7, L1). Arne Slot’s men have been ruthless in front of goal, scoring at least twice in 11 of their last 12 games in all competitions.

However, the Reds have struggled away in France, failing to win any of their last five matches on French soil (D2, L3). But they can take confidence from their remarkable away record in the UCL, winning 16 of their last 22 away matches in the competition (D1, L5).

With two attack-minded sides clashing, this could be an explosive fixture in Paris.

Key Stats & Facts

• PSG are unbeaten in 22 matches across all competitions (W19, D3).
• Liverpool have won 16 of their last 22 UCL away games (D1, L5).
• PSG have won just 2 of their last 8 meetings against English clubs (D1, L5).
• Liverpool have failed to win their last 5 away matches in France (D2, L3).
• PSG have lost only 10 of their last 80 home European games (W50, D20).
• Liverpool’s Luis Díaz has won all eight of his scoring appearances this season, opening the scoring in seven of them.

Paris Saint-Germain: Unstoppable at Home?

PSG head into this fixture in red-hot form, with their attack firing on all cylinders. Their 10-0 aggregate victory over Brest in the play-off round sent a strong message to the rest of Europe.

While their record against English sides is poor, their home form in the Champions League is outstanding.

They have lost just once in their last 17 home UCL games, and their most recent victory over an English side came in a thrilling 4-2 win against Manchester City earlier in the season.

With superstar Kylian Mbappé leading the line, PSG will fancy their chances of striking first and putting Liverpool under immense pressure.

Recent Form (All Competitions)

• Ligue 1: PSG 3-1 Marseille – Win
• Ligue 1: Lyon 1-2 PSG – Win
• Ligue 1: PSG 5-0 Lille – Win
• UEFA Champions League Play-Offs: Brest 0-3 PSG – Win
• UEFA Champions League Play-Offs: PSG 7-0 Brest – Win

Key Player: Vitinha (Midfielder)

• Scored in both legs against Brest in the play-offs.
• Seven-match winning streak when scoring for PSG.
• Will be crucial in dictating play and linking midfield to attack.

Liverpool: Another UCL Masterclass Away From Home?

Liverpool have built a reputation for thriving in the Champions League, and Arne Slot’s team will not be intimidated by PSG’s home record. They finished top of the league phase, showing their quality against Europe’s best sides.

While their recent away record in France is concerning, their overall UCL away form is excellent. With Luis Díaz, Darwin Núñez, and Mohamed Salah all in dangerous form, Liverpool will fancy their chances of scoring against PSG’s defence.

Recent Form (All Competitions)

• Premier League: Liverpool 2-0 Manchester City – Win
• Premier League: Aston Villa 2-2 Liverpool – Draw
• Premier League: Liverpool 2-1 Wolves – Win
• UEFA Champions League: Liverpool 3-1 Porto – Win
• UEFA Champions League: Atletico Madrid 1-2 Liverpool – Win

Key Player: Luis Díaz (Winger)

• Has won all 8 of his scoring appearances for Liverpool this season.
• Scored the opening goal in 7 of those matches.
• His pace and movement will be crucial in exploiting PSG’s defensive weaknesses.

Team News & Predicted Lineups

Paris Saint-Germain Team News

• Dembele is fit and expected to start after a minor knock last week.
• Warren Zaïre-Emery is back in training and could feature in midfield.
• No fresh injury concerns for Luis Enrique’s side.

Liverpool Team News

• Trent Alexander-Arnold remains a doubt but could be fit for the second leg.
• Alexis Mac Allister is expected to feature in midfield after a minor knock.

Head-to-Head Record (Last Five Meetings in European Competitions)

Key Trends

• PSG won their last home match against Liverpool in 2018 (2-1).
• Liverpool have not won in France since 2002.
• PSG have only beaten Liverpool once in five competitive meetings.

Match Prediction

This clash features two of the most in-form teams in Europe, with both sides boasting attacking firepower capable of tearing through defences.

PSG’s home advantage is huge, but Liverpool’s UCL away record is formidable. The first leg could be a cagey affair, with both teams looking to avoid giving away an early advantage.

Given PSG’s record at the Parc des Princes and Liverpool’s struggles in France, a draw seems a likely outcome before the second leg at Anfield.

Final Score Prediction: PSG 1-1 Liverpool

• Both teams to score.
• Dembele & Díaz to be key players.
• All to play for in the second leg at Anfield.

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