This Monday, Paris Saint-Germain (2nd) face Olympique Lyonnais (1st) at the Parc des Princes for the 8th matchday of the 2026-2027 Ligue 1 season (kick-off at 8:30 PM, CET). Having finalized his squad for the encounter, PSG manager Luis Enrique must now select his starting eleven, taking into account the opponent, upcoming fixtures, and the risk of suspensions.
As always, it is impossible to predict every decision Luis Enrique might make; he is known for his ability to surprise, balancing internal competition, player management, and the inherent versatility of his squad. There are numerous options available to field a competitive side. Fortunately, there is no need to look too far ahead, as there are no midweek matches on the horizon.
That said, the team has just come through a highly intense period, which may take a toll both physically and mentally. Some players might need a breather, while others could be brought into the fold by the Spanish coach—who frequently emphasizes, and demonstrates, that he needs every member of his squad. It is clear that PSG will approach this match with the utmost seriousness, as a win could finally propel them into first place. The only question remains: what will the exact lineup be?
Possible lineup:
Doué – Torres – Akliouche
Ruiz – Vitinha – Zaïre-Emery
Digne – Pacho – Zabarnyi – Hakimi
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Substitutes: Bar, Chevalier, Boly, Hernandez, Beraldo, Dro, Mayulu, Neves, Godts, Ndjantou.
Out: Longoni, Marquinhos, Mendes, Dembélé, Kvaratskhelia (injury).
Potential suspensions due to yellow cards: None.
