The Parc des Princes hosts a blockbuster Ligue 1 clash as champions Paris Saint-Germain welcome last season’s runners-up RC Lens. PSG, having secured the title, will be in a celebratory mood but will be keen to put on a show for their home fans.
Lens, however, are locked in a fierce battle for a European spot and will be desperate to spoil the party and claim a famous victory. This contrast in motivations, combined with the high quality of both sides, makes for a thrilling home vs away preview with plenty of intrigue for bettors.
Team Recent Form
Paris Saint-Germain: DWWWD
Lens: WWWLW
Key Stats
- PSG are unbeaten in their last 24 home matches in Ligue 1 (W19 D5).
- Lens have the best defensive record away from home in the league this season.
- PSG have scored at least two goals in their last 10 home matches against Lens in all competitions.
I predict the correct score will be Paris Saint-Germain 2 – 1 Lens. Despite PSG’s title win potentially leading to a relaxed atmosphere, their individual quality at home is undeniable. Lens’ superb organisation and fight will make it a difficult game and they will likely score, but the sheer attacking talent of Kylian Mbappé and company should ultimately edge a highly competitive contest.
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Paris Saint-Germain vs Lens H2H
- PSG are unbeaten in their last 13 home matches against Lens in all competitions (W11 D2).
- The reverse fixture this season ended in a 3-1 victory for Lens, ending PSG’s unbeaten start.
- There have been Over 2.5 goals scored in 10 of the last 11 meetings at the Parc des Princes.
- Lens’ last victory at the Parc des Princes was in September 2006.
Pre Game Odds
- PSG Win: 4/9
- Draw: 15/4
- Lens Win: 11/2
(Odds are indicative and subject to change)
Team News Home
PSG will be without the suspended midfielder Manuel Ugarte. Captain Marquinhos is a major doubt with a minor injury, which could see a reshuffle in defence. All eyes will be on Kylian Mbappé, who is expected to start in what will be one of his final appearances at the Parc des Princes for the club.
Team News Away
Lens have a significant injury concern with key midfielder Salis Abdul Samed ruled out for the remainder of the season. Defender Jonathan Gradit is also a major doubt. However, star striker Elye Wahi is fit and will lead the line against his former club Montpellier’s biggest rivals.
Possible Line-ups
Paris Saint-Germain: Donnarumma; Hakimi, Danilo, Hernandez, Mendes; Zaire-Emery, Vitinha, Ruiz; Dembélé, Mbappé, Barcola
Lens: Samba; Aguilar, Danso, Medina, Frankowski; Mendy, Diouf; Sotoca, Pereira Da Costa, Wahi; Saïd
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Paris Saint-Germain vs Lens Betting Tips
Tip 1 – Result: Home team win (Paris Saint-Germain). Their formidable home record is expected to continue.
Tip 2 – Over/Under 2.5 goals: Over 2.5 goals. The historical trend at this venue and both teams’ attacking intent supports this.
Tip 3 – Both teams to score: Yes. Lens have the attacking quality to breach a PSG defence that may not be at its most focused.
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