Clermont vs PSG. Will the hosts be able to take points from the champion?
On August 6, in the match of the 1st round of the French Ligue 1, Clermont and PSG will measure their strength. The fight will be hosted by the arena "Gabriel Montpier" (Clermont-Ferrand).
Clermont spent the second season in the elite of French football not in the best way, the team was at the bottom of the standings all the time. As a result, the "blue garnet" stopped at the 17th step in Ligue 1, just above the relegation zone. In the off-season, Pascal Gastian's wards actively worked on interaction, the team took part in 6 friendly matches, celebrating 4 victories in them. In the last match, Clermont beat Toulouse 1-0 with a minimum score. Massolina scored the winning goal.
Before the start of the championship, the hosts have a series of three victories. So the “riders” are generally ready for official matches.
PSG
Paris Saint-Germain failed to achieve its goals last season, the team eventually won the French championship, but failed in Europe. As a result, Mauricio Pochettino paid for the failures with his place, who was unable to cope with the stellar composition of the Parisians. Christophe Galtier has stepped into the coaching bridge and will push the club to dominance in the Champions League. It is worth noting that the Red-Blues have already managed to get hold of another trophy, defeating Nantes 4-0 in the French Super Cup. Brought PSG victory goals Neymar (double), Messi and Ramos.
The Parisians are the favorites of all domestic competitions this season, but their main goal is success in the Champions League.
Our Expert Predictions & Analysis on Clermont vs PSG
ClermontClermont spent the second season in the elite of French football not in the best way, the team was at the bottom of the standings all the time. As a result, the "blue garnet" stopped at the 17th step in Ligue 1, just above the relegation zone. In the off-season, Pascal Gastian's wards actively worked on interaction, the team took part in 6 friendly matches, celebrating 4 victories in them. In the last match, Clermont beat Toulouse 1-0 with a minimum score. Massolina scored the winning goal.
Before the start of the championship, the hosts have a series of three victories. So the “riders” are generally ready for official matches.
PSG
Paris Saint-Germain failed to achieve its goals last season, the team eventually won the French championship, but failed in Europe. As a result, Mauricio Pochettino paid for the failures with his place, who was unable to cope with the stellar composition of the Parisians. Christophe Galtier has stepped into the coaching bridge and will push the club to dominance in the Champions League. It is worth noting that the Red-Blues have already managed to get hold of another trophy, defeating Nantes 4-0 in the French Super Cup. Brought PSG victory goals Neymar (double), Messi and Ramos.
The Parisians are the favorites of all domestic competitions this season, but their main goal is success in the Champions League.
Clermont vs PSG facts
- Over 2.5 goals scored in 10 of PSG's last 11 Ligue 1 games;
- PSG have scored at least 3 goals in their last 4 away matches in Ligue 1;
- Over 2.5 goals played in Clermont's last 5 home matches in Ligue 1;
- PSG are undefeated in their last 9 Ligue 1 matches.
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