Espaly vs PSG Prediction, Lineups, Preview and Team News | Coupe de France, January 15, 2025
Espaly vs PSG Preview
- Tournament: Coupe de France
- Date: 15th January 2025
- Kickoff time: 20:00
- Venue: Parc des Sports Marcel Michelin
Espaly face PSG for the first time ever when the two sides clash in the Coupe de France Round of 32. The two sides needed a penalty shootout to get past their opponents in the previous round but this clash is expected to be a one-way street.
Espaly are playing their 4th match in the Coupe de France and are up for their toughest challenge. They defeated Biars-Bretenouz 1-0 to kick things off before beating Use Couzeix Chaptelat 3-0.
However, they needed the penalty shootout to beat Dijon after a 1-1 draw in normal time. They won 4-3 in the shootout and are coming into the game on a 5-match unbeaten streak.
PSG are playing in the Coupe de France for the second time this season and they too needed the penalty shootout to get past Lens. They drew 1-1 in normal time and then won 4-3 in the shootout.
They have not lost any of their matches in the league and domestic cup competitions and will be the favorties to win this week.
Espaly Team News
Espaly come into the game without any injury issues and will be able to play their best XI in the match.
PSG Team News
Randal Kolo Muani is expected to miss out as he edges close to an exit. He has been linked with Manchester United and Tottenham, but Juventus have reportedly won the race to sign him.
PSG do have good news with Luis Enrique confirming that Presnel Kimpembe could be involved. He said, “Tomorrow is an ideal match for us to see certain players. After speaking to Presnel to see if he feels ready, he feels much better. He has been able to train with the team. I can see in training that he is able to help the team.”
Predicted Lineups
Espaly Predicted Lineup: (5-4-1)
Goalkeeper: Etienne
Defenders: Allaigre, Bendriss, Curt, Uzun, Mezaber
Midfielders: Ichane, Portal, Ait Boulaalam, Gjeci
Forward: Fournel
PSG Predicted Lineup: (4-3-3)
Goalkeeper: Safonov
Defenders: Hakimi, Marquinhos, Pacho, Hernandez
Midfielders: Zaire-Emery, Vitinha, Neves
Forward: Mbaye, Ramos, Barcola
Espaly vs PSG H2H Record
This will be the first-ever meeting between the two sides. The home side play in the Championnat National 3 and sit 12th in the table, while the away side are on top of the Ligue1 charts.
Key players to watch in Espaly vs PSG
Kevis Gjeçi (Espaly)
Kevis Gjeçi scored in the win over Dijon in the previous round and will be the biggest threat to PSG’s defense. He has not been at his best this season, but the players around him have not done anything significant either.
Bradley Barcola (PSG)
Bradley Barcola will now have competition for his place with Khvicha Kvaratskhelia set to join this week. This is his final chance to show why he deserves to remain as the main left-winger and he is expected to deliver.
Espaly vs PSG Prediction
Espaly come into the match knowing that they need a miracle to win. PSG are expected to steamroll past them and could score 5 goals with ease, even if Luis Enrique plays a weak side.
Prediction: Espaly 0-5 PSG
Where to watch Espaly vs PSG live?
| Country | Where to Watch |
| India | TV5Monde Asie |
| USA | Fubo, Sling TV |
| UK | Ligue 1 Pass |
| France | DAZN |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q. When is Espaly vs PSG?
A. Espaly vs PSG takes place on 15th January.
Q. Where can you watch Espaly vs PSG?
A. Fubo, Hulu + Live TV and DirecTV Stream will stream the Espaly vs PSG match for free.
Q. What is the predicted score for Espaly vs PSG?
A. Espaly are likely to lose 5-0 to PSG
Q. What is the recent result of Espaly vs PSG?
A. Espaly are facing PSG for the first time ever.