Strasbourg - Paris Saint Germain

Regular Season - 20
Kickoff: 2024-02-02 19:00

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Strasbourg - Paris Saint Germain Predictions

Prediction: Draw or Paris Saint Germain
Best odds: 1.16

As the Ligue 1 season reaches its halfway mark, a tantalizing fixture is on the horizon. Strasbourg is set to host Paris Saint Germain at the Stade de la Meinau, promising a clash that could have significant implications for both ends of the table. Predictions are leaning towards the visitors, but in football, the outcome is never set in stone.

Key Players - Strasbourg

The home side will be looking towards their attacking trio to make an impact. Moïse Orell Dion Sahi, with a rating of 6.64, has shown he can be a threat, tallying 1 goal from 9 shots and contributing an assist. He'll need to improve his shots on target to really test the PSG defense.

Emanuel Esseh Emegha, another forward, boasts a slightly higher rating of 6.67. With 4 goals from 20 shots and 1 assist, he's proven to be more clinical in front of goal. His ability to find space and take on defenders will be crucial for Strasbourg to break through PSG's backline.

Lastly, Lebogang Mothiba has a rating of 6.70, adding 3 goals to his name. His presence and ability to hold up play could prove pivotal in bringing his teammates into the game and disrupting PSG's defensive organization.

Key Players - Paris Saint Germain

For PSG, the midfield maestro Carlos Soler Barragán is expected to orchestrate attacks with a rating of 6.94. With 2 assists and 1 goal, his vision and passing could unlock Strasbourg's defense.

Randal Kolo Muani, rated at 7.05, is another key figure in PSG's attacking arsenal. With 4 goals and 2 assists, his pace and finishing ability make him a constant threat. His link-up play with teammates has been essential, and his 15 key passes indicate his creative edge.

The highest-rated player, Fabián Ruiz Peña, sits at 7.10. As a midfielder, he's not only contributed 2 assists and 1 goal but also has been instrumental in controlling the tempo of the game, with 424 total passes and 8 key passes.

Recent Form

Strasbourg has shown resilience in their recent form, going unbeaten in their last five matches, with a sequence of DWWWD. This momentum could serve them well against a team of PSG's caliber.

On the other hand, PSG has been dominant, with a recent form of WDWWW, placing them at the top of the league. Their attacking prowess, coupled with a solid defensive record, makes them formidable opponents.

Head-to-Head History

Looking back at recent encounters, PSG has had the upper hand. In their last meeting on October 21, 2023, PSG secured a comfortable 3-0 victory at home. The match before that, on May 27, 2023, ended in a 1-1 draw, showing that Strasbourg can hold their own against the Parisians. However, the preceding match on December 28, 2022, saw PSG clinch a narrow 2-1 win.

Prediction

The predictions suggest a strong likelihood of an away win or a draw, with PSG being the clear favorites. The data backs up this sentiment, with a 45% chance for both a PSG win and a draw. Strasbourg's chances of clinching a victory seem slim at 10%.

The advice leans towards a "Double chance: draw or Paris Saint Germain," and with PSG's current form and head-to-head record, it's hard to bet against them. The head-to-head history shows a staggering 85% dominance for PSG in recent matches, which could play a psychological factor.

In summary, while Strasbourg will undoubtedly put up a fight, especially with their recent form and the support of their home crowd, PSG's quality is expected to shine through. The match might not be a high-scoring affair, given the under/over predictions, but PSG's attacking talent is likely to secure them at least a point, if not all three.

Final Prediction: Paris Saint Germain to win or draw, with a stronger likelihood of an away victory.

Prediction probabilities

Strength

50%
50%

Attacking Potential

44%
56%

Defensive Potential

50%
50%

Poisson Distribution

24%
76%

Stregth H2H

15%
85%

Goals H2H

35%
65%

Wins the game

36%
64%

Strasbourg - Paris Saint Germain 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