PSG embark on a recovery mission ahead of the new Ligue 1 campaign when they host newly-promoted Troyes this weekend. The match schedules for Saturday at the Stade de l’Alube, with kickoff at 10 pm.
Les Parisiens come off another disappointing 1-0 loss to Lille in the Trophee des Champions. Meanwhile, Troyes come off a rather underwhelming stint in the club friendlies with only one win in their four outings.
Mauricio Pochettino’s first stint at PSG was one to forget. First, it started with a disappointing loss to Manchester City in the Champions League quarter-finals. Afterward, the side fell short on the last day to give Lille their first title win over a decade.
Misfortunes seem to carry on for PSG after losing recently to the title winners to the Champions of France trophy. It is a different fate for former boss Thomas Tuchel who claimed the coveted Champions League trophy.
The transfer window this season remains more than positive. The addition of Sergio Ramos, Donarumma, and Wijnaldum looks set to fight for the title. With Lionel Messi running out of contract at Barcelona, could he be on his way?
On the other hand, Troyes found themselves in the second tier while suffering three relegations from Ligue 1 since their 2013-14 season. Laurent Batlles contends with a restricted financial budget this term.
Troyes vs Paris Saint Germaine Head to Head
Both sides have 11 games against each other, with PSG taking nine wins while Troyes without any win. Here is a look at their previous encounters:
Home
- Troyes 1-1 Bordeaux
- Metz 2-1 Troyes
- Angers 3-0 Troyes
- Dijon 1-2 Troyes
- Le Havre 3-2 Troyes
Away
- Lille 1-0 PSG
- Sevilla 2-2 PSG
- PSG 1-0 US Orleans
- PSG 2-1 FC Augsburg
- FC Chambly Oise 2-2 PSG
Troyes Team News
There are no serious injury concerns at the camp currently. Therefore, Batlles remains with a full health bill to pick his strongest starting XI. Yoann Touzghar led the attacking line with 16 goals in the bag last season.
PSG Team News
Pochettino will integrate Wijnaldum came off the bench last time against Lille and looks set to make a full Ligue 1 debut. Kylian Mbappe, Angel Di Maria, and Neymar will get eased after busy summer tournaments.
Prediction and Odds
Troyes only won one of their pre-season friendlies; thus, confidence is low against an infuriated PSG camp.
- PSG Win
- Goals Over 2.5
- No Score: Home