This Wednesday, as part of the Champions League 2024-2025 play-offs (0-3 first leg), Paris Saint-Germain take on Brest at the Parc des Princes (kick-off 9pm, UTC+1). On the eve of this encounter, the press tried to guess the team that will be fielded by Paris coach Luis Enrique.
Le Parisien (4-3-3) –
Kvaratskhelia – Dembélé – Barcola
Ruiz – Vitinha – Neves
Mendes – Pacho – Marquinhos – Hakimi
Donnarumma.
L’Equipe (4-3-3) –
Barcola – Dembélé – Doué
Ruiz – Vitinha – Neves
Mendes – Pacho – Marquinhos – Hakimi
Donnarumma.
Given the group, every team seems possible, but we remain cautious without having any certainties. Luis Enrique knows how to surprise and there are always doubts. Of course, we’re expecting a fine team, with the desire to put in another great performance. It’s not a question of relying on the scoreline from the first leg, as was clearly underlined in the press conference.
With that in mind, we can wonder whether Khvicha Kvaratkshelia (24-year-old striker) will be starting, for example. He hasn’t been in the best form of late, which is only logical given the need to adapt. But he remains a great player and this match is an opportunity to move forward.
Désiré Doué (19-year-old midfielder/attacker) also seemed to lack a little freshness, but it wouldn’t be shocking to see him start. While Gonçalo Ramos (23-year-old striker) might appreciate the opportunity. Fabian Ruiz (28-year-old midfielder) is a must, except that he risks suspension with a yellow card. And that’s just the tip of the iceberg.
Let’s wait for the official announcement this evening to be sure of the 11 Parisian players selected, and then the start of the match to find out where everyone stands.
