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Ligue 1 leaders Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) hit the road to take on Metz, who are presently at the bottom of the table.
Paris Saint-Germain fashioned a sensational comeback win against Olympique Lyon in their latest outing. Although Mauricio Pochettino had the likes of Lionel Messi, Neymar and Mbappe in the starting lineup, Lyon took the lead in the 54th minute.
Lucas Paqueta opened the scoring for Peter Bosz's men. Neymar converted from the spot just 12 minutes later. Then they left it rather late but Mauri Icardi's goal in the third minute of second-half stoppage time sealed the deal for the Parisiens.
There was drama off the pitch as well. Lionel Messi refused to shake manager Pochettino's hands after he was taken off in the 76th minute of the match. On Wednesday night, PSG will take on Metz, who are yet to register a win after six rounds of matches.
Meanwhile, PSG are yet to drop points this season and have maintained a 100% win record so far. Fans are anxiously waiting for Lionel Messi's first goal. They are also waiting to see the trio of Messi, Neymar and Mbappe absolutely boss proceedings as well.
On paper, Metz look tailor-made for that kind of a situation. Without further ado, let's take a look at PSG's possible starting XI for Ligue 1 clash against Metz.
Paris Saint Germain (PSG) possible starting XI vs Metz
Goalkeeper - Gianluigi Donnarumma
Mauricio Pochettino is yet to zero in on his first-choice goalkeeper. Donnarumma has started both of Paris Saint-Germain's last two league games. Keylor Navas started the Champions League game against Club Brugge.
It is highly likely that Pochettino will choose to stick with Donnarumma for Ligue 1 and use Navas' experience in the UEFA Champions League.
Right-back - Achraf Hakimi
Achraf Hakimi came off the bench in Paris Saint-Germain's game against Lyon. He was brought in to replace Lionel Messi. Hakimi has been great for PSG so far and has started all of their other games in Ligue 1.
He has scored a goal and provided two assists in six league appearances so far this campaign. The Moroccan international looks well on his way to justifying that €60 million price tag.
Centre-back - Marquinhos
The ever-reliable Marquinhos will keep his place in the starting XI. He has started three games so far this season and is considered undroppable. The Brazilian international will be a fixture in PSG's backline this season as well. It will be interesting to see who he's partnered up with as the season progresses.
Centre-back - Presnel Kimpembe
Sergio Ramos is still recovering from a foot injury. Presnel Kimpembe has featured in all of PSG's Ligue 1 games so far and the left-footed centre-back is expected to keep his place against Metz as well.
He was one of the best centre-backs in Ligue 1 last season and Pochettino will have a selection problem on his hands once Ramos returns.
Left-back - Nuno Mendes
Nuno Mendes arrived at PSG this summer and the early signs have been more or less promising. He might just be chosen ahead of Abdou Diallo here after playing the full 90 minutes against Lyon.
Defensive midfielder - Idrissa Gueye
PSG's midfield combination of Idrissa Gueye and Ander Herrera worked well against Olympique Lyon. Pochettino has three options in defensive midfield namely, Leandro Paredes, Danilo Pereira and Idrissa Gueye.
The Senegalese international has been in impressive form and has scored two goals in four Ligue 1 appearances so far this season. Gueye turned in excellent performances against Brest, Reims and Clermont Foot and is likely to keep his place in midfield for the game against Metz.
Central midfielder - Ander Herrera
Paris Saint-Germain have found an unlikely hero in midfielder Ander Herrera in the early stages of the new season. The former Manchester United man has scored three goals and provided two assists in six Ligue 1 appearances so far this term.
Herrera was also the scorer for PSG in their Champions League opener against Club Brugge. As things stand, Herrera is one of the first names on the teamsheet for Paris Saint-Germain.
Central midfielder - Angel Di Maria
Angel Di Maria has turned in a couple of impressive performances so far this term. With Gueye and Herrera operating behind him, Di Maria will have the license to join the extremely talented PSG attack. The Argentina international shares a great understanding with all of his side's forwards.
PSG will look to take advantage of his passing ability in the final third when they take on Metz.
Left-winger - Neymar Jr.
Neymar Jr. opened the scoring for Paris Saint-Germain in the game against Olympique Lyon. He seemed rusty in PSG's Champions League opener against Club Brugge. But he looked much more like himself as they beat Lyon.
He made three key passes and created one big chance in the matchup. Neymar also won the penalty which he then converted to restore parity.
The Brazilian international is a technically gifted player with a natural flair for the game. Alongside Lionel Messi and Luis Suarez, Neymar was unstoppable during his time with Barcelona.
Now that he has been reunited with Messi, big things are expected of him and the Brazilian is capable of delivering big as well.
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Right winger - Kylian Mbappe
Kylian Mbappe was heavily linked with Real Madrid in this summer's transfer window. The Frenchman was intent on leaving but was forced to stay put. Has that affected his form or commitment to Paris Saint-Germain? Absolutely not.
The 22-year-old has been in sensational form so far this season. He has scored four goals and provided three assists in six Ligue 1 appearances so far and will spearhead PSG's attack against Metz.
In the first few weeks of the season when PSG were without Messi and Neymar, Mbappe led the attack with aplomb. He is widely regarded as one of the best players in the world and is expected to thrive alongside his world-class teammates.
Mbappe has played a direct hand in at least one goal in every single Ligue 1 game that he has played in this season so far. He is simply undroppable.
Striker - Mauro Icardi
Unfortunately, Lionel Messi has been ruled out of the game against Metz after picking up a knock on his knee injury. Despite all the star power on their side, it was Mauro Icardi who was brought on to replace Di Maria in the 82nd minute of the game, who scored the winner against Lyon.
Icardi has started three games for PSG so far this season but was demoted to the bench once Messi and Neymar were fit to play. Since Messi has been ruled out, the 28-year-old is likely to take the place up top with Neymar and Mbappe operating on either side of him.
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