PSG — Strasbourg : Match Preview and Prediction for October 17,2025

PSG’s Strong Start to the Season

Luis Enrique’s squad has commenced the new season in formidable fashion, securing victories in both their Champions League fixtures. Their impressive 2-1 away win against Barcelona was arguably more remarkable than the dominant 4-0 home triumph over Atalanta. Meanwhile, in , the Parisian giants typically face little opposition. Despite their traditional dominance, PSG is currently feeling the heat from Lyon, Strasbourg, and Marseille, with all three teams trailing the reigning champions by a mere point after seven rounds.

Recent Form and Squad Updates for PSG

Prior to the international break, the French champions were unable to claim three points from their trip to Lille, settling for a 1-1 draw, with Ethan Mbappé leveling the score just five minutes from time. Paris has been grappling with ongoing squad issues; Ruíz, Dembélé, and Neves remain sidelined (they also missed international matches), while the participation of Barcola, Doué, and Marquinhos is uncertain for this fixture. For PSG, this represents a significant portion of their core players being unavailable. However, given their profound squad depth, the Catalan coach’s team is unlikely to experience a substantial dip in quality.

Strasbourg’s European Ambitions and Chelsea Partnership

Last season, Strasbourg received significant reinforcement through its partnership with Chelsea, allowing young London players to gain valuable game experience and acclimatize before potentially joining the “Aristocrats.” This collaboration has bolstered the hosts’ financial capabilities and playing potential. They finished 6th in last season, securing a spot in the Conference League. They successfully navigated the qualifiers, defeating Brøndby (3-2, 0-0), and have already made a positive start in the group stage with a 2-1 away victory against Slovakian side Slovan.

Strasbourg’s Impressive League Form and Upcoming Challenge

Before the break, Liam Rosenior’s formidable team (whose coaching prowess should not be underestimated) decisively routed Angers at home with a 5-0 scoreline. Thanks to five wins in their opening seven league matches, the red-and-blues are now sitting comfortably alongside PSG in the table. Their upcoming match against the Parisians at Parc des Princes will serve as a crucial test of the British manager’s ambitious collective. For this particular encounter, Strasbourg will be without Sarr, Sow, and Emega due to injuries.