PSG vs Reims Prediction, Preview, Predicted Lineups and Team News | Ligue 1, January 25, 2025

PSG vs Reims Preview

• Competition: Ligue 1.
• Date: Saturday, January 25.
• Time: 8:05 PM GMT.
• Venue: Parc des Princes.

PSG vs Reims will take place in the late kick-off slot in Ligue 1 on Saturday, January 25 at the Parc des Princes in game week 19 in the competition.

The Parisians will enter this game in the top spot with 46 points from 18 matches, and a healthy nine-point lead over Marseille. They have also been in great form of late, recording a win in each of their last five matches across competitions. In this run, PSG have shown their attacking prowess, scoring 13 times and conceding six times, keeping one clean sheet in the process. They came from two goals down to defeat Manchester City 4-2 in their last match and will be brimming with confidence.

Reims, on the other hand, are 13^th in Ligue 1 with 21 points from 18 matches, and are just four points above the relegation zone. They have been in a mixed run of form of late, winning two, losing two and drawing one of their last five games across competitions. In this run, Reims have scored eight goals and conceded 10, failing to keep a clean sheet. They drew 1-1 against Le Havre in their last match and will look to improve.

On that note, let’s take a look at the team news coming out of both camps.

PSG Team News

Manager Luis Enrique fielded a strong lineup in his team’s last match as they secured a comfortable 4-2 win against Man City. Most of the attackers and midfielders played well, with the manager using four substitutes as well. There were no new injuries or suspensions, though.

The Parisians will be without just one player for the next few weeks. Ibrahim Mbaye (sprained ankle) will miss out as he continues to recover from his injury.

Reims Team News

Manager Luka Elsner fielded a strong lineup in his team’s last match as they drew 1-1 at home to Le Havre. The team put in an average performance and the manager used three subs too, but there were no new injuries or suspensions to report.

However, they will be without four players for the next match. Amadou Kone (hamstring), Mohamed Daramy (knee), Reda Khadra (cruciate ligament) and Yaya Fofana (ankle) will miss out as they continue to recover from their injuries.

ALSO READ: RB Leipzig vs Leverkusen Prediction, Preview, Predicted Lineups and Team News | Bundesliga, January 25, 2025

PSG vs Reims Predicted Lineups

PSG Predicted Lineup (4-3-3):

Goalkeeper: Gianluigi Donnarumma.

Defenders: Achraf Hakimi, Marquinhos (C), Willian Pacho, Nuno Mendes.

Midfielders: Joao Neves, Vitinha, Fabian Ruiz.

Forwards: Desire Doue, Kang-in Lee, Bradley Barcola.

Reims Predicted Lineup (4-2-3-1):

Goalkeeper: Yehvann Diouf.

Defenders: Aurelio Buta, Joseph Okumu, Cedric Kipre, Nhoa Sangui.

Midfielders: Marshall Munetsi, Valentin Edoa, Teddy Teuma (C).

Forwards: Junya Ito, Mamadou Diakhon, Keito Nakamura.

PSG vs Reims Head-to-Head Record

These two teams have met very often in Ligue 1 in recent years. However, the games have been pretty evenly-matched despite the obvious gulf in quality between the clubs. There have been four draws in the last five meetings between PSG and Reims, with the Parisians winning one.

Key Players to Watch in PSG vs Reims

Bradley Barcola (PSG)

The young Frenchman has led PSG from the front this season and has bagged 11 goals and three assists in Ligue 1. His goals have come from an impressive 9.25 xG, while his assists have come from 2.84 xA, meaning he is doing reasonably well in both metrics. He has attempted six shots on target from nine attempts in his last five games, and has also completed just two take-ons from 13 tries.

Keito Nakamura (Reims)

The striker has been the leading goal contributor for Reims this season, adding seven goals and one assist to their tally. He has scored those from 4.85 xG, meaning Nakamura has overperformed in the metric and will look to continue doing so. He has attempted just three shots on target from 11 attempts in his last five matches and will look to improve on accuracy.

PSG vs Reims Prediction

Going by recent head-to-head records, this game could be heading towards yet another stalemate. However, PSG are playing at home and have been in great form, and should win their next match with relative ease.

Predicted Score: PSG 3-0 Reims

ALSO READ: Atletico Madrid vs Villarreal Prediction, Preview, Predicted Lineups, and Team News | La Liga, January 25, 2025

Where to Watch PSG vs Reims Live?

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)