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On April 22th, 2023, Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) will face Angers in a Ligue 1 match at the Parc des Princes. This match is expected to be a thrilling encounter, with both teams looking to secure a victory.
21 APRIL 2023
TIME: 03:00 PM ET
PSG is one of the most successful football clubs in France, having won 10 Ligue 1 titles, 14 Coupe de France titles, and 9 Coupe de la Ligue titles. They are also one of the richest football clubs in the world, with a net worth of over $2 billion. PSG’s squad is filled with some of the best football players in the world, including Neymar, Kylian Mbappe, and Lionel Messi.
Angers, on the other hand, is a relatively small football club based in the city of Angers in western France. They have never won a Ligue 1 title, but they have enjoyed some success in the Coupe de France, reaching the final twice in their history. Despite being a relatively small club, Angers has a passionate fan base and a reputation for playing attractive, attacking football.
Marco Verratti has been sidelined as of late due to a hamstring injury. The Italian midfielder recently made his return to training, and he was included in PSG’s final squad list for its upcoming clash with Angers. Barring a notable surprise, Verratti should make PSG’s starting 11 for Ligue 1 matchday 32.
Vitinha orchestrated a sound performance in PSG’s Ligue 1 win over RC Lens. The Portuguese midfielder scored the first goal of his Ligue 1 career, and he also created three goal-scoring chances in the match. He is projected to make the 30th appearance of his Ligue 1 campaign against Angers.
PSG will be the clear favorites heading into this match. They have a star-studded squad that is capable of beating any team in the world on their day. Neymar, Mbappe, and Messi will lead PSG’s attack, with support from Angel Di Maria and Mauro Icardi. PSG’s defense is also strong, with Marquinhos and Presnel Kimpembe forming a solid partnership in central defense. PSG’s midfield is perhaps their weakest area, but they have players like Marco Verratti and Leandro Paredes who can control the game from the center of the park.
Angers, on the other hand, will be underdogs in this match. They have some talented players, including striker Stephane Bahoken and midfielder Angelo Fulgini, but they will be up against a team that is far more talented and experienced than they are. Angers will need to play out of their skin if they are to get a result against PSG, and they will need to be disciplined and well-organized defensively.
One of the key battles in this match will be between PSG’s attack and Angers’ defense. PSG has scored 74 goals in the Ligue 1 this season, which is the highest in the league by far. Angers’ defense, on the other hand, has conceded 45 goals, which is the sixth-highest in the league. If Angers can keep PSG’s attack quiet, they will have a chance of getting a result. However, if PSG’s attack is firing on all cylinders, it could be a long day for Angers.
Another key battle will be in midfield, where Angers will need to disrupt PSG’s rhythm and prevent them from dominating possession. PSG likes to play a possession-based style of football, and if they are allowed to control the game, it could be a long day for Angers. Angers will need to press high up the pitch and win the ball back quickly if they are to have any chance of getting a result.
