Five things to look forward to in Europe this week

Modified Jan 26, 2017 07:59 GMT

LONDON, ENGLAND - NOVEMBER 30: Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain of Arsenal shoots on goal ahead of Maya Yoshida of Southampton during the EFL Cup quarter final match between Arsenal and Southampton at the Emirates Stadium on November 30, 2016 in London, England. (Photo by Clive Rose/Getty Images) — Arsenal face a tricky trip to Southampton

#3 PSG aim to get back in title race against Monaco

LONDON, ENGLAND - NOVEMBER 23: Jese of PSG (L) and Thiago Silva of PSG (R) shows appreciation to the fans after the final whistle during the UEFA Champions League Group A match between Arsenal FC and Paris Saint-Germain at the Emirates Stadium on November 23, 2016 in London, England. (Photo by Shaun Botterill/Getty Images) — PSG host Monaco in what promises to be a cracker

While PSG have enjoyed complete domination in Ligue 1, in recent years, the same cannot be said of their season so far. The Parisians are currently in third place, three points behind leaders Monaco. But they will have a fantastic chance to close that gap when they welcome the league leaders to the Parc de Princes. Both clubs are on a good run of form, winning their last three games in Ligue 1, while second-placed Nice failed to do the same.

Nice have drawn their three previous games, thus dropping down a position after topping the table for most of the season. Mario Balotelli and co. will see the PSG vs Monaco game as a great opportunity to go back on top but will have a tough task against fifth-placed Guingamp.