Paris Saint Germain - Clermont Foot

Regular Season - 28
Kickoff: 2024-04-06 22:00

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Paris Saint Germain - Clermont Foot Predictions

Prediction: Paris Saint Germain
Best odds: 1.17

As the weekend approaches, the football world turns its eyes to a Ligue 1 clash that pits the indomitable Paris Saint Germain against the struggling Clermont Foot. The predictions are in, and they heavily favor the Parisian giants, but could there be a twist at the Parc des Princes this Sunday?

Key Players

The home side boasts a formidable lineup with stars like Carlos Soler Barragán, whose midfield prowess is evident from his 393 total passes and 8 key passes this season. Adding to the attacking threat is Randal Kolo Muani, an attacker who has found the net 6 times and provided 4 assists, making him a constant menace for opposing defenses. Not to be overlooked, Fabián Ruiz Peña has also been instrumental in the midfield, with a rating of 7.03, reflecting his ability to control the game's tempo.

Clermont Foot, on the other hand, will rely on the likes of Grejohn Kyei, who has managed to get 4 shots on target from 11 attempts. In the midfield, Yohann Magnin has been a bright spot with his 469 passes and 7 key passes, showcasing his vision and passing accuracy. Providing experience and stability is Maxime Gonalons, a midfielder whose presence could be crucial in disrupting PSG's rhythm.

Recent Form

Paris Saint Germain has been in stellar form, with their last five games reading like a champion's tale: WWWDW. They sit comfortably at the top of the table with 53 points and a goal difference that speaks volumes of their dominance: +35. Clermont Foot, however, finds itself in a precarious position at 18th place, with a recent form that has them desperate for points: LDLDW. Their fight for survival is underscored by a -20 goal difference.

Head-to-Head History

The teams have had a mixed history in their recent encounters. The last face-off on September 30, 2023, ended in a goalless draw, showing that Clermont can hold their own against the giants. However, a match on June 3, 2023, saw a surprising turn with Clermont snatching a 3-2 victory. But the meeting before that, on August 6, 2022, was a one-sided affair where PSG trounced Clermont with a resounding 5-0 win.

Prediction

The prediction leans heavily towards a Paris Saint Germain victory, with the home advantage and their superior form being significant factors. The stats back this up, with PSG having a 50% chance of winning and Clermont Foot not being given any chance of taking the three points. The goal predictions suggest a high-scoring affair for PSG, with over 3.5 goals expected for the home team and less than 1.5 for the visitors.

In conclusion, while football always has the potential for surprises, the data and form suggest that PSG will continue their march towards the title. Expect key contributions from Carlos Soler Barragán, Randal Kolo Muani, and Fabián Ruiz Peña as they look to cement their top spot. Clermont will need to muster all their strength and hope for standout performances from Grejohn Kyei and Yohann Magnin to defy the odds. However, the final prediction is a comfortable win for Paris Saint Germain, with a scoreline that reflects their dominance in French football.

Prediction probabilities

Strength

69%
31%

Attacking Potential

79%
21%

Defensive Potential

67%
33%

Poisson Distribution

82%
18%

Stregth H2H

71%
29%

Goals H2H

81%
19%

Wins the game

75%
25%

Paris Saint Germain - Clermont Foot Head to Head

Ligue 1 standings

Rank Team MP W D L GF GA GD Pts
1 Paris Saint Germain players, news and schedule Paris Saint Germain 28 18 9 1 65 24 41 63
2 Stade Brestois 29 players, news and schedule Stade Brestois 29 28 15 8 5 41 23 18 53
3 Lille players, news and schedule Lille 28 13 10 5 42 25 17 49
4 Monaco players, news and schedule Monaco 27 14 7 6 52 38 14 49
5 Nice players, news and schedule Nice 28 12 8 8 28 22 6 44
6 Lens players, news and schedule Lens 28 12 7 9 37 30 7 43
7 Reims players, news and schedule Reims 28 11 7 10 35 36 -1 40
8 Marseille players, news and schedule Marseille 28 10 9 9 41 33 8 39
9 Rennes players, news and schedule Rennes 27 10 9 8 40 33 7 39
10 Lyon players, news and schedule Lyon 27 10 5 12 31 41 -10 35
11 Toulouse players, news and schedule Toulouse 28 8 9 11 32 36 -4 33
12 Strasbourg players, news and schedule Strasbourg 28 8 9 11 30 39 -9 33
13 Montpellier players, news and schedule Montpellier 28 8 9 11 35 40 -5 32
14 LE Havre players, news and schedule LE Havre 28 6 10 12 27 36 -9 28
15 Nantes players, news and schedule Nantes 27 8 4 15 26 42 -16 28
16 Lorient players, news and schedule Lorient 28 6 8 14 35 52 -17 26
17 Metz players, news and schedule Metz 28 6 5 17 28 48 -20 23
18 Clermont Foot players, news and schedule Clermont Foot 28 4 9 15 20 47 -27 21