The Parc des Princes will be the scene of one of the shocks of this fourth day of the Champions League. Indeed, the Ile-de-France venue will host the match between Paris Saint-Germain and Atlético de Madrid. A poster which will be a first in the most beautiful European competition and which will allow us to witness a remote duel between Luis Enrique and Diego Simeone. The first named did not want to put pressure on his troops by declaring yesterday at a press conference that this match against the Colchoneros would not be decisive. However, it is since the Parisians are currently in 23rd position in the standings, with a record of a victory, a draw and a defeat during the first three days.
They must therefore raise their heads this evening at home against an opponent who is renowned for being very tough. But Luis Enrique, who will be able to count on an almost complete group apart from the long-term injured like Lucas Hernandez, Presnel Kimpembe or Gonçalo Ramos, has ideas to successfully maneuver this Madrid team. So, the Asturian should opt for a 4-3-3 this evening. While the debates concerning the identity of the starting goalkeeper have ignited the media in recent days, Lucho, who yesterday advised journalists to have a cappuccino this Wednesday morning and to wait for his choice, has visibly decided in favor of Gianluigi Donnarumma. The Italian, who gave way to Matvey Safonov this weekend against Lens, will have the opportunity to set the record straight.
A contrast of style
In front of him, we will find a line of four composed, from left to right, of Nuno Mendes, Willian Pacho, Marquinhos and Achraf Hakimi. In the midfield, the Spanish technician should trust the trio João Neves-Vitinha-Warren Zaire-Emery. To occupy the wings, again no surprise, since Bradley Barcola and Ousmane Dembélé will be present on the field at kick-off. They will support Marco Asensio, who will play as number 9. Despite everything, a doubt remains since some media are instead announcing Kang-in Lee as the starter. Whatever happens, this team will have a lot to do defensively but also offensively, since it has often shown clumsiness in the Champions League this season.
Opposite, El Cholo must compose without several players. Indeed, José Maria Gimenez is suspended and Robin Le Normand, Marcos Llorente and Thomas Lemar are in the infirmary. Thus, Simeone should opt for a rather defensive eleven with a 5-3-2. Jan Oblak will start in goal. In front of him, we will find the Lenglet-Witsel-Molina trio. To occupy the role of piston, the Argentinian will rely on Reinildo and his son, Giuliano Simeone. To win the midfield battle, De Paul, Koke and Barrios are favored by Simeone. Finally, Julian Alvaréz and Antoine Griezmann will lead the Madrid attack. Enough to annoy the French team, who will also have their say. In any case, the opposition in style promises to be interesting on paper… It remains to be seen what it will look like in the stadium or on TV screens.
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