Paris SG will host FC Lorient for the 32nd matchday of Ligue 1 on Saturday at 17:00. Luis Enrique’s significant lineup changes come ahead of a crucial Champions League semi-final against Bayern Munich.
Injuries and suspensions have forced Enrique to adjust his squad. Lucas Chevalier and Achraf Hakimi are sidelined with injuries, while Gonçalo Ramos and Illia Zabarnyi will miss the match due to suspension.
Renato Marin is likely to make his first start in Ligue 1 as goalkeeper. Warren Zaïre-Emery is expected to play as right-back, and Senny Mayulu is anticipated to take up the left-back position.
Probable starting XI for Paris SG:
- Goalkeeper: Marin
- Defense: Zaïre-Emery, Willian Pacho, Lucas Hernandez, Mayulu
- Midfield: Dro Fernandez, Fabian Ruiz (c), Beraldo
- Attack: Bradley Barcola, Lee Kang-In, Ibrahim Mbaye
The probable starting XI for Lorient includes Mvogo in goal. I.Silva or Meïté may fill in at defense, while Talbi, A.Faye, and Katseris complete the backline.
Probable starting XI for FC Lorient:
- Goalkeeper: Mvogo
- Defense: I.Silva (or Meïté), Talbi, A.Faye, Katseris
- Midfield: Abergel (c), Cadiou, A.Kouassi
- Attack: Pagis, Makengo, B.Dieng
Lorient’s coach Olivier Pantaloni will also manage without Meïté and Le Bris due to injuries. Meanwhile, Enrique has left out Safonov, Nuno Mendes, and Vitinha from the squad for rest.
This match follows PSG’s recent thrilling encounter with Bayern Munich in which they won 5-4 in the first leg of the Champions League semi-finals. PSG currently sits six points ahead in Ligue 1.
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