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Ligue 1 lacks the amount of intensity when compared to Europe's other top five leagues. This makes games that involve PSG, Lyon, Lille and Marseille a sacred one within France's top-flight football.
The Parisians are readying themselves to welcome Lyon this weekend as a part of Ligue 1's sixth matchday fixture.
In 31 previous matchups, PSG have ended up on the winning side 21 times. Meanwhile, Lyon have had to settle for just six wins, while four encounters have ended in a draw.
PSG currently lead the Ligue 1 table with a perfect record, with 15 points in their bag. However, Lyon are struggling in seventh spot with just eight points.
Before PSG face Lyon in this weekend's fixture, let's take a look at five events that are likely to be happening during the match.
Top 5 predictions for PSG v Lyon in Ligue 1
#5 PSG to run rampage
PSG's attacking prowess is not just one of the best in France or Europe but that in the world. The nine-time Ligue 1 champs have scored 16 goals in five league fixtures against Lyon's eight so far this season.
The same takes the Parisians' goal average to 3.20 as opposed to Lyon's 1.60. With players like Kylian Mbappe, Lionel Messi, Neymar and Angel Di Maria among others on their side, the Parc des Princes outfit can seemingly rain goals over any opponent.
As per their current form, facing Lyon on their home turf puts PSG in a very comfortable position.
#4 Mbappe on the scoresheet again
PSG's constant firing gun Kylian Mbappe leads the Ligue 1 goalscoring list with four goals so far. Before the 2021-22 season had begun, the 22-year-old was strongly linked with Real Madrid.
However, much to the joy of the PSG faithful, the French international decided to stay at the Parc des Princes for at least until the end of the season. While all eyes were on the Messi-Neymar duo ahead of the current season, Mbappe started firing even before his peers could rekindle their partnership.
After failing to score in PSG's opening two fixtures, the former Monaco forward has been successful in finding the net in three consecutive Ligue 1 games. This also includes a brace that came against Reims.
Mbappe is recovering from a minor foot injury and is expected to make a mark versus Lyon.
#3 Donnarumma in goal once again
PSG's number one goalkeeper Keylor Navas is in an awkward position at the moment. Despite giving his best for the Parisian side, the club has brought in massive competition for the Costa Rican in the form of Gianluigi Donnarumma.
While Pochettino deployed Keylor Navas during the initial stages of the competition, it seems the former Spurs boss is knitting a rotational strategy for both of his shot-stoppers.
As per the odds, the former Real Madrid man will be guarding PSG's goalpost in European competitions and domestic outings. This makes Gianluigi Donarumma a favorite in PSG's Ligue 1 matches.
The Italian starlet was handed a debut versus Clermont Foot in PSG's previous Ligue 1 fixture.
While his competitor Keylor Navas had a below-par evening with PSG in their Champions League outing against Club Brugge, Donnarumma's chances of starting against Lyon look very likely.
#2 Neymar and Messi to open their accounts
The 2021-22 season has offered football fans a second chance to witness one of the most dangerous duos in the history of football.
Lionel Messi and Neymar, who wreaked havoc during their days at Barcelona, have reunited once again, this time in a PSG jersey.
However, the duo are taking their time to settle in within new surroundings and fans are yet to see either of them score. Neymar has featured in just one league game and is yet to find the net.
Meanwhile, Messi, who made his first start in Paris Saint-Germain's Champions League game, failed to score as well. The Lyon fixture is seemingly the perfect opportunity for Messi and Neymar to open their goal-scoring accounts.
#1 Sergio Ramos' debut
Real Madrid lost their captain and an influential figure just this summer as Sergio Ramos joined PSG in surprising fashion as a free agent. However, the Spaniard hasn't featured for his new club following an injury.
Ramos is the only newcomer who is yet to play a game for the Parisians. The fans are on the edge of their seats to see what kind of energy a veteran like Sergio Ramos can bring to the pitch.
The football world is waiting to see its once bitter rivals - Sergio Ramos and Lionel Messi - playing for the same side. The Spanish defender looks fit as per recent reports and is likely to feature against Lyon.
