Brest vs PSG: Live Stream, Prediction & Lineups

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Brest vs PSG match preview: Brest manager Eric Roy will be looking to build on his team’s three consecutive wins in Ligue 1 as they face off against PSG in a huge clash. Recently, Brest have swept past Le Havre, RC Lens, and Lyon. However, after a strange ending to their UEFA Champions League campaign, the French side now finds themselves set to battle the league leaders.

At one point, Brest were eyeing a top-eight finish before unexpected losses to Shakhtar Donetsk and Real Madrid dashed their hopes of automatic European qualification. With an automatic spot now out of reach, a playoff round against PSG may be on the horizon. Manager Roy is keen to end Brest’s poor run against PSG and push for a top-four finish, just five points behind fourth-placed OGC Nice.

On the other side, Luis Enrique’s PSG have extended their unbeaten run to 13 games in all competitions after winning their third Champions League match in a row. PSG had a rough start in Europe with three losses, a draw, and one win until Matchday 5, but they have now turned things around. With three consecutive wins against teams like Red Bull Salzburg, Manchester City, and Stuttgart (scoring 11 goals in these games), PSG have secured a seeded spot for the playoffs draw. In Ligue 1, PSG leads by a massive 19-point gap over Brest and boasts an impressive 26-game unbeaten run at home.

Team News & Tactics

Brest

Brest might see the return of defender Julien Le Cardinal from his recent hamstring injury, though manager Roy may choose to rest him for safety. Brendan Chardonnet and Soumalia Coulibaly are likely to start in central defense, supported by full-backs Kenny Lala and Mathias Lage.

Other players missing for Brest include Massadio Haidara, Jordan Amavi, Jonas Martin, and Bradley Locko. The team is expected to use their usual 4-2-2-2 formation. In midfield, Hugo Magnetti and Edimilson Fernandes will anchor the center, while Kamory Doumbia and Mahdi Camara operate in more advanced roles. Up front, Mama Balde and Ludovic Ajorque will lead the attack.

Probable Lineup (4-2-2-2):
Bizot; Lala, Chardonnet, Coulibaly, Lage; Fernandes, Magnetti; Doumbia, Camara; Balde, Ajorque

PSG

PSG have a nearly full-strength squad for this league match against Brest. Nuno Mendes has returned from injury, and aside from Ibrahim Mbaye—who is not expected to play much—and Warren Zaire-Emery, who limped off in their midweek Champions League clash, the squad is fit.

Luis Enrique may not risk the young midfielder too much, as he has many options. Fabian Ruiz could play alongside Vitinha and Joao Neves in midfield. Additionally, recent signing Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, who assisted Ousmane Dembele in a key moment, might get another chance. Desire Doue could start in a central role, with Dembele on the right. Bradley Barcola might be available off the bench despite having scored recently.

Probable Lineup (4-3-3):
Donnarumma; Hakimi, Beraldo, Pacho, Mendes; Vitinha, Neves, Ruiz; Dembele, Doue, Kvaratskhelia

Key Stats

PSG playoff preview: PSG have won 16 of their last 17 matches against Brest in all competitions.
PSG are undefeated in their last 21 Ligue 1 matches.
Brest have won their last three Ligue 1 games.
Brest have only won 10 times in a Ligue 1 season before; this season, they need just one more win to reach that mark.

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Khvicha Kvaratskhelia
The Georgian winger made a strong impact on his full debut for PSG by providing a key assist for Ousmane Dembele. Now, he will be eager to showcase his skills on the left wing again. Kvaratskhelia’s performance could be crucial, especially as PSG prepare for their upcoming playoff battle against Brest. His creativity and pace make him a threat to any defense.

Brest vs PSG Prediction

Brest may be riding a wave of good form with three consecutive wins, but they will find it tough against a dominant PSG side. Expect this match to be a warm-up for the playoff round.