PSG vs Toulouse: The Parc des Princes in Paris will host an exciting Ligue 1 clash between Paris Saint-Germain and Toulouse on Friday, November 22, 2024.

Head-to-Head

• Last 7 Years (All Competitions):
  • PSG Wins: 7
  • Draws: 1
  • Toulouse Wins: 1

Recent Meetings:

• 13 May 2024: PSG 1-3 Toulouse (Ligue 1)
• 4 Jan 2024: PSG 2-0 Toulouse (Super Cup)
• 20 Aug 2023: Toulouse 1-1 PSG (Ligue 1)
• 4 Feb 2023: PSG 2-1 Toulouse (Ligue 1)
• 1 Sep 2022: Toulouse 0-3 PSG (Ligue 1)

Ligue 1 Standings

• 1st – PSG:
  • Played: 11
  • Wins: 9
  • Draws: 2
  • Losses: 0
  • Goals: 33 (For) | 10 (Against)
  • Points: 29
  • Form: DWWWW
• 10th – Toulouse:
  • Played: 11
  • Wins: 4
  • Draws: 3
  • Losses: 4
  • Goals: 13 (For) | 11 (Against)
  • Points: 15
  • Form: LDWWW

PSG vs Toulouse

Possible Lineups

PSG (4-3-3):

• GK: Safonov
• Defense: Hakimi, Beraldo, Skriniar, Zague
• Midfield: Joao Neves, Mayulu, Fabian Ruiz
• Attack: Doue, Asensio, Barcola

Toulouse (4-2-3-1):

• GK: Restes
• Defense: Kamanzi, Sidibe, Cresswell, Akdag
• Midfield: Casseres, Sierro
• Attack: Donnum, Aboukhlal, King, Gboho

Key Players

• PSG:
  • Bradley Barcola: Top scorer with 10 goals this season.
  • Achraf Hakimi: Integral in both defense and attack.
  • Fabian Ruiz: Key midfield orchestrator.
• Toulouse:
  • Zakaria Aboukhlal: Leading the attacking line with 4 goals.
  • Cristian Casseres Jr.: Vital for midfield battles.
  • Guillaume Restes: Dependable goalkeeper with recent clean sheets.

10 Key Stats

1. PSG have a 5-match home winning streak in Ligue 1.
2. Toulouse are unbeaten in their last 4 games.
3. PSG have scored in all 5 home games this season.
4. Toulouse have kept 3 consecutive clean sheets.
5. PSG average 2.26 goals per home game; Toulouse average 1.61 goals per away game.
6. PSG have won 32 of their last 50 encounters with Toulouse.
7. Last season, Toulouse won 3-1 at PSG’s home.
8. Toulouse score 31% of their goals between 0-15 minutes.
9. PSG have scored at least once in 7 consecutive matches.
10. PSG have a better halftime win rate (50%) compared to Toulouse (26%).

SWOT Analysis: PSG vs Toulouse

Paris Saint-Germain (PSG)

Strengths:

• Dominant home form: Unbeaten at Parc des Princes this season with a perfect 5-0-0 record.
• Powerful attack: Scored 33 goals in 11 matches, led by Bradley Barcola (10 goals).
• Depth and experience: A star-studded squad capable of controlling games in high-pressure situations.
• Defensive stability: Conceded only 10 goals in 11 games.

Weaknesses:

• Vulnerable to early goals: Struggle defensively in the first 15 minutes, where Toulouse excels.
• Over-reliance on Barcola for goals, limiting flexibility in attack if he’s neutralized.
• Disciplinary issues: Beraldo’s 4 yellow cards hint at potential vulnerabilities under pressure.

Opportunities:

• Exploit Toulouse’s away form: Toulouse have lost 4 games this season and lack consistency on the road.
• Build on their recent 4-match winning streak to extend their lead at the top of Ligue 1.
• Capitalize on set pieces against a Toulouse side prone to conceding in such situations.

Threats:

• Toulouse’s counterattacking ability, as seen in their 3-1 win last season.
• Potential complacency given their historical dominance over Toulouse.
• Toulouse’s improved form, including 3 consecutive wins and 4 unbeaten games.

Toulouse FC

Strengths:

• Recent form: 3 consecutive wins in Ligue 1, including a morale-boosting win over PSG last season.
• Early-game efficiency: 31% of goals scored between minutes 0-15.
• Defensive resilience: 3 clean sheets in their last 3 matches.

Weaknesses:

• Goal-scoring struggles: Only 13 goals in 11 games, a modest return compared to PSG.
• Inconsistent away form: One of their four losses came on the road, showing vulnerability.
• Limited depth: Depend heavily on Zakaria Aboukhlal, with only 4 goals this season.

Opportunities:

• Take advantage of PSG’s tendency to concede in early phases.
• Utilize their momentum from recent matches to push for a strong result.
• Exploit PSG’s occasional lapses in discipline and capitalize on turnovers.

Threats:

• PSG’s unbeaten home record and superior squad quality.
• Barcola and PSG’s attacking trio, who are capable of dismantling defenses.
• Pressure from playing at Parc des Princes, where Toulouse have historically struggled.

PSG vs Toulouse Prediction

With PSG’s strong home form and Toulouse’s recent resurgence, this game promises an intriguing battle. Toulouse shocked PSG in their last meeting at Parc des Princes, but PSG’s current form suggests they are determined to avoid a repeat.

• Predicted Score: PSG 3-1 Toulouse

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