Metz vs PSG preview, prediction, team news, and head-to-head

PSG are just one point behind league leaders, Len, and will hope to take the number one spot with a win in this fixture. Metz, on the other hand, are at the bottom of the table, and this match will offer them a chance to play for pride.

Metz have had a tough season, as they currently sit 18th on the Ligue 1 table, a position that puts them at risk of relegation. The newly promoted team have been able to garner  just 11 points from 15 games (3W, 2D, 10L).

Still, there is a glimmer of hope for the home side, who have picked up two vital wins in their last five league matches. While they have gone ahead to record three straight defeats after those two wins, facing the defending champions is a task they wish they can avoid.

PSG, on the other hand, are right in the title race. Sitting 2nd with 33 points and just one behind the leaders Lens. Luis Enrique’s men are in strong form, winning four of their last five league games.

However, their 0-0 draw against Athletic Club in the Champions League midweek is an indication that PSG needs to sit up if they want to successfully defend their Ligue 1 title. 

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PSG have completely controlled this fixture in recent years, winning every competitive meeting between the two sides. Their most recent triumph came with a 2-0 win at the Stade Saint-Symphorien on 19 May 2024.

Historically, PSG have secured the majority of victories in this matchup, with Metz struggling to cause any real upsets. This dominant record gives the reigning champions a clear mental advantage going into Saturday’s clash.

Metz will likely be without several key players for this important fixture. The injury list includes Cheikh Sabaly, Habibou Mouhamadou Diallo, and Urie-Michel Mboula. With limited options, manager Le Mignan is expected to stick with the core group that he has been using.

Paris Saint-Germain also have a few injury concerns going into this match. Full-backs Nuno Mendes and Achraf Hakimi remain sidelined, meaning the manager will have to use alternatives for their positions.

In attack, Luis Enrique is set to go with a strong front three featuring Khvicha Kvaratskhelia,  Senny Mayulu, and Goncalo Ramos. In midfield, Vitinha and Warren Zaïre-Emery will be tasked with running the show.

Metz: Fischer; Colin, Gbamin, Sane, F. Toure; Traore, Deminguet; Sabaly, Hein, Tsitaishvili; Diallo

PSG: Safonov; Zaire-Emery, Marquinhos, Pacho, Hernandez; Mayulu, Vitinha, Neves, Kang-in, Ramos, Kvaratskhelia

Despite ending their last game in a goalless draw, the Parisians have a sharp attack and are ruthless in front of goal, banging in over 2.5 per game on average. Meanwhile, Metz has struggled to keep the door shut, conceding more than any other side this season.

We recommend betting on Livescorebet that this match will produce at least 3 goals. You should also expect another lively, action-packed outing, especially for the visitors.

Prediction: Metz 0-3 PSG

• Bet on PSG to win

• Over 2.5 goals

• Kvaratskhelia to score