The anticipation is palpable as the French champions, Paris Saint-Germain, venture to St James’ Park for a tantalizing Champions League Group F encounter against Newcastle United on Wednesday evening.
Match Preview
Newcastle United demonstrated their resilient defensive prowess during their hard-fought goalless draw against AC Milan on matchday one, displaying the form that got them back into Europe’s elite tournament after a 20-year absence.
The Magpies have continued to showcase their defensive solidity, going unbeaten in five successive matches since their loss at Brighton & Hove Albion.
On the other hand, Paris Saint-Germain, under new manager Luis Enrique, is seeking to break its European curse and make a mark in the Champions League.
After a statement win against Marseille, PSG has encountered some challenges in the domestic league but remains defensively strong.
Team News
Newcastle United faces injury concerns with key players like Harvey Barnes, Joe Willock, and Sven Botman sidelined.
PSG, while dealing with its own set of injuries, is expected to field a formidable lineup, including star player Kylian Mbappe.
Possible Starting Lineups
Newcastle United:
Pope;
Trippier, Schar, Lascelles, Burn;
Longstaff, Tonali, Guimaraes;
Almiron, Isak, Gordon
Paris Saint-Germain:
Donnarumma;
Hakimi, Marquinhos, Skriniar, Hernandez;
Vitinha, Ugarte, Zaire-Emery;
Dembele, Kolo Muani, Mbappe
Prediction
Despite Newcastle’s recent strong defensive performances and a boisterous home crowd, Paris Saint-Germain’s attacking prowess, led by Kylian Mbappe, may prove to be too much for the injury-ravaged Magpies.
The prediction leans towards a narrow victory for PSG, with a scoreline of Newcastle United 1-2 Paris Saint-Germain.