Paris Saint-Germain is gearing up to face Atlético Madrid this Wednesday at the Parc des Princes in a match that could prove decisive for their Champions League campaign. Here’s the expected lineup.
With only 4 points from 3 games, PSG needs a win against an Atlético team also seeking points, having gathered only 3 so far.
Nearly a full squad.
Luis Enrique will have almost his full squad available, despite the absences of Lucas Hernandez, Presnel Kimpembe, and Gonçalo Ramos, who are still in recovery. Other than that, the Spanish coach has no other injuries or suspensions to report, allowing him to prepare his team optimally for this encounter.
A surprising lineup?
For this match, Luis Enrique might surprise by positioning Marco Asensio as a false nine, a choice that could enhance PSG’s offensive creativity, favoring the Spanish player over Lee Kang-In. In midfield, Warren Zaïre-Emery, who was benched in the last match against Lens, is expected to return alongside João Neves and Vitinha. This setup aims to reinforce control in the midfield and add the necessary dynamics to counter Atlético’s intensity.
Questioning the goalkeeper hierarchy.
There remains some uncertainty around the goalkeeper position. Gianluigi Donnarumma, whose starting role is in question after a mixed performance, could be replaced by Matvey Safonov, who started in the last game against Lens. Luis Enrique cited Safonov’s ability to handle intense pressing from opponents as the reason for this choice. As this crucial match approaches, some observers wonder if this rotation will continue, especially against an Atlético team known for its defensive solidity.
Probable PSG lineup against Atlético Madrid:
Goalkeeper: Safonov or Donnarumma
Defense: Hakimi, Marquinhos, Pacho, Nuno Mendes
Midfield: Zaïre-Emery, Vitinha, Neves
Attack: Dembélé, Asensio, Barcola