PSG vs Girona Prediction: Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) kick off their 2024-25 Champions League campaign with a home fixture against Spanish debutants Girona at the iconic Parc des Princes on Wednesday night.
While PSG are no strangers to the competition, having consistently been among Europe’s elite, Girona are set to experience their first taste of Champions League football after a remarkable third-place finish in La Liga last season.
With PSG in fine domestic form, and Girona aiming to make a statement on the European stage, this match promises to be an exciting encounter between two teams with very different expectations.
PSG vs GIR Match Info
- Date: Thursday, 19th September, 2024
- Kick-off time: 12:30 AM IST
- Location: Parc des Princes
- Last meeting: N/A (First competitive meeting)
- Where to watch: Sony LIV
PSG vs Girona Prediction
- ✅ More than 2.5 goals
- ✅ Yellow cards – under 2.5
- ✅ Dembele to score for Manchester City
- ✅ PSG to win the match
PSG vs Girona Previews
PSG Team Preview
Paris Saint-Germain are entering the new Champions League season with high hopes, buoyed by their strong start to the Ligue 1 campaign. Having won all four of their domestic matches, PSG will be looking to continue that form in Europe.
Under Luis Enrique’s management, they have shown an attacking flair, spearheaded by Ousmane Dembele, who has been in fine form, alongside Randal Kolo Muani and Bradley Barcola. PSG’s hunger for European glory remains strong, and playing at home, where they have lost only one Champions League game since 2012, makes them the favorites in this encounter.
With the absence of key players like Presnel Kimpembe and Lucas Hernandez, PSG will rely on their depth, while summer signing Matvey Safonov is likely to make his debut in goal due to Gianluigi Donnarumma’s injury. Despite these setbacks, PSG’s attacking power and depth across the squad make them formidable opponents for Girona.
Girona Team Preview
Girona, on the other hand, are enjoying their first-ever Champions League adventure. After finishing third in La Liga last season, they enter this competition as underdogs, but with the ability to surprise.
However, their start to the current season has been mixed, with two wins and two losses from five games. Girona’s recent 4-1 defeat against Barcelona might have dented their confidence, but they will look to bounce back in what will be a historic night for the club.
Manager Michel will have to find a way to tighten up his defense, especially against a PSG team brimming with attacking talent. Girona can take solace in the fact that Spanish debutants in the Champions League have a good track record of progressing to the knockout rounds, but they face an uphill battle against the French champions.
PSG vs GIR Team News
PSG Injuries:
- Goncalo Ramos (ankle)
- Presnel Kimpembe (Achilles)
- Lucas Hernandez (ACL)
- Gianluigi Donnarumma (thigh)
Matvey Safonov is expected to make his debut in goal, filling in for Donnarumma. Luis Enrique is likely to rotate his midfield options with Warren Zaire-Emery and Vitinha still doubts, leaving room for Lee Kang-in, Fabian Ruiz, and Joao Neves to continue their roles in the center.
GIR Injuries
- Ricard Artero (ankle)
- Jastin (shoulder)
- Yangel Herrera (adductor) (doubtful)
Girona will welcome back Oriol Romeu to their midfield, as he was ineligible to face Barcelona. The experience of Romeu could prove vital in stabilizing Girona’s play in what will likely be a high-pressure environment.
PSG vs GIR Last Five Head-to-Head
This will be the first competitive meeting between PSG and Girona.
PSG vs GIR Possible Lineups
PSG Possible Playing XI: Safonov; Hakimi, Marquinhos, Pacho, Mendes; Lee, Ruiz, Neves; Dembele, Kolo Muani, Barcola
Girona Possible Playing XI: Gazzaniga; Frances, Lopez, Blind, Gutierrez; Martin, Romeu, Solis; Tsygankov, Ruiz, Danjuma
PSG vs GIR Win Probability
- PSG: 75%
- Draw: 15%
- Girona: 10%
PSG vs GIR Dream11 Prediction
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