Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) is set to host Reims at the Parc des Princes on Saturday, January 25, 2025, at 21:05 CET. PSG, currently leading Ligue 1 with an unbeaten record, aims to continue their dominant form. Reims, positioned 13th in the league, seeks to challenge the leaders despite recent struggles.
Match Preview
PSG enters this fixture after a thrilling 4-2 victory over Manchester City in the Champions League, marking their ninth consecutive win across all competitions. Domestically, they extended their lead at the top of Ligue 1 to nine points following a comeback win against Lens and benefiting from Marseille's draw with Strasbourg. The Parisians have accumulated 46 points from a possible 54 this season, showcasing their dominance.
Reims, on the other hand, is enduring a seven-game winless streak, the longest current run in Ligue 1. Their recent matches include defeats to Saint-Etienne and Nice, where they conceded seven goals collectively, and a home draw against Le Havre. Away from home, Reims has secured only four points from their last five games, losing three of them.
Team News
PSG's new signing, Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, is expected to make his debut after completing a €70 million move from Napoli. Coach Luis Enrique has confirmed that the 23-year-old Georgian forward has integrated well into the squad and is ready to contribute. Kvaratskhelia, named Serie A's best player in 2022, is anticipated to enhance PSG's attacking options alongside Marco Asensio and Vitinha.
Prediction
Given PSG's formidable form and Reims' recent struggles, a comfortable home victory is anticipated. A 3-0 win for PSG seems likely, continuing their unbeaten streak and solidifying their position at the top of the table.
