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MATCH INFO |
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MATCH :
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PSG vs Real Sociedad
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COMPETITION :
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UEFA Champions League
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| DATE: |
04-03-2024
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TIME:
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01.30 AM IST (UTC +5:30)
12.00 AM UAE
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STADIUM
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Reale Arena
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Predicted Lineups
Paris Saint-Germain possible starting lineup:
Donnarumma; Hakimi, Danilo, Marquinhos, Hernandez; Urgate, Zaire-Emery; Dembele, Asensio, Kolo Muani; Mbappe
Real Sociedad possible starting lineup:
Remiro; Traore, Zubeldia, Le Normand, Galan; Merino, Zubimendi, Mendez; Kubo, Sadiq, Barrenetxea
In the first leg of the UEFA Champions League round of 16, Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) is set to host Real Sociedad at the Parc des Princes on Wednesday.
Despite a somewhat underwhelming performance in the group stage, PSG secured their place in the knockout stage for the 12th consecutive campaign, edging out AC Milan on goal difference. Although both teams ended the group stage with eight points, PSG clinched the second spot in Group F, outshining the seven-time champions.
Conversely, Real Sociedad emerged as the Group D leaders, surpassing last season's runners-up, Inter Milan. With an unbeaten streak in the group stage, including three victories and as many draws, they enter the round of 16 with confidence.
PSG arrives at this match on a formidable 16-game unbeaten streak across all competitions, having triumphed in seven out of eight matches in 2024 thus far. Their latest victory saw them secure a 3-1 win over Lille in Ligue 1, courtesy of goals from Gonçalo Ramos and Randal Kolo Muani.
However, Real Sociedad's recent form has seen a downturn, as they remain winless in their last four matches. Their first defeat in seven games came in a 1-0 loss to Osasuna in La Liga on Saturday.
In terms of head-to-head statistics and key numbers, this will be the first encounter between PSG and Real Sociedad. PSG boasts a formidable home record, suffering just one defeat in all competitions this season and scoring at least twice in 14 out of 16 home games. On the other hand, Real Sociedad has shown resilience away from home, enduring only three defeats in 21 games across all competitions. Notably, they have kept clean sheets in nine of their last 11 away matches.
Predictions favor PSG, given their recent strong form and home advantage. Head coach Luis Enrique is expected to welcome back Kylian Mbappe into the starting lineup after his rest against Lille due to an ankle injury. Real Sociedad, meanwhile, faces challenges with a four-game winless streak and the absence of captain and top scorer Mikel Oyarzabal due to a knee injury, which may hinder their offensive capabilities.