PSG vs Clermont Prediction & Betting Tips

In the world of French football, Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) vs. Clermont Foot 63 stands out as a fixture that encapsulates the dichotomies within Ligue 1. As these two teams prepare to face off this Saturday, the match represents more than just a battle for points; it symbolises the contrasting fortunes and narratives that coexist within the league.

• Both Teams To Score @ -116 With FanDuel
• Paris Saint-Germain To Score 3+ Goals @ +162 With FanDuel
• Paris Saint-Germain To Win And Over 2.5 Match Goals @ -240 With FanDuel

These odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.

• Date: 06/04/2024
• Kick-off time: 20:00
• Location: Parc des Princes

PSG, a club synonymous with dominance in French football, find themselves at a familiar perch atop Ligue 1, boasting 62 points from 27 games. Yet, the journey this season has been far from the high-flying spectacle often associated with the Parisians. Under the stewardship of Luis Enrique, the team's performances have been characterised by a surprising lack of dynamism, raising questions about the utilisation of the squad's prodigious talent. This incongruity between individual ability and collective output has led to a campaign that, while successful in terms of league position, leaves a lot to be desired in the eyes of many supporters.

The impending departure of Kylian Mbappé, PSG's star forward, casts a long shadow over the season. Despite this distraction, Mbappé has been nothing short of sensational, netting 38 goals in 37 games in all competitions, a testament to his irreplaceable role in the team's attacking machinery. Vitinha and the emergence of Warren Zaïre-Emery, an 18-year-old midfield prodigy, have been among the few bright spots in an otherwise underwhelming campaign. With the league title all but secured, PSG's focus has pivoted towards the Champions League quarterfinals against Barcelona, perhaps offering a salvaging grace for a season that has yet to meet the lofty expectations set by the club's hierarchy and fanbase.

Clermont's season paints a starkly different picture. Anchored at the bottom of the league with a mere 20 points from 27 games, their campaign has been mired in difficulty. The club's defensive frailties and lack of firepower upfront have been glaring, conceding 46 goals while scoring just 19 in 27 games, the former of which is the worst record in Ligue 1 while the latter is the worst across Europe's top five leagues, respectively. This dramatic fall from grace for a team that finished 8th last season under Pascal Gastien highlights the unpredictable nature of football, where fortunes can change drastically from one season to the next.

Despite the dire situation, Clermont are not without hope. The relegation battle is tightly contested, and with just six points separating them from the relegation playoff spot and seven from outright safety, every game presents an opportunity to claw back from the brink. The knowledge that they've taken four points from their last two meetings with PSG, including a 0-0 draw in September and a stunning 3-2 victory in the previous season, provides a glimmer of confidence for the underdogs.

The upcoming clash between PSG and Clermont will be a study in contrasting objectives. PSG, with one eye on their European commitments, may approach the game as an opportunity to fine-tune their tactics and give game time to emerging talents, while resting some of the names that are likely to play big parts in their forthcoming Champions League quarter-final tie. Clermont, on the other hand, will be fighting for survival, knowing that every point is precious in their quest to remain in France's top flight.

For PSG, the match offers a chance to address the criticisms of their play under Enrique. The team's ability to integrate individual brilliance with a cohesive strategy will be crucial, especially as they prepare for the challenges that lie ahead in the Champions League. Clermont's approach will likely be pragmatic, focusing on defensive solidity and capitalising on any opportunities to counter-attack, hoping to replicate the successes of their recent encounters with the Parisian giants.

PSG Team News

The Parisians might be tempted to rest a name or two with a crucial Champions League clash against Barcelona right around the corner. Manuel Ugarte, Lee Kang-in and Gonçalo Ramos are all pushing for a place in the starting lineup.Lucas Beraldo is unavailable through suspension following his red card at Marseille and will likely be replaced by Milan Škriniar in the starting lineup.Marquinhos, Presnel Kimpembe, Bradley Barcola and Layvin Kurzawa all remain out injured.

Clermont Team News

Elbasan Rashani will once again miss out through suspension while Neto Borges is likely to miss out through injury.Shamar Nicholson could replace Alan Virginius up front as the bottom-placed side look to inspire some attacking inspiration.

PSG are coming into this game in very good form on the whole having won four and drawn one of their last five games. Their most recent encounter saw them claim a 2-0 win away at Marseille; the three points were hard-fought for PSG who, despite being reduced to 10 men in the 40th minute as Lucas Beraldo was dismissed, went on to score twice through Vitinha and Gonçalo Ramos.

This win followed a 6-2 victory over Montpellier and a 3-1 win over Nice, which also followed a 2-2 draw with Reims and a 2-1 win over Real Sociedad.

PSG have actually been slightly stronger away from home than they have on home soil of late, but they've still won three and drawn two of their last five games on their own patch.

Clermont are fairly out of form, which is to be expected from a side in their position, as they come into this game with one win, one draw and three defeats from their last five games. Their latest outing was a heavy 0-3 defeat to Toulouse in a game they'll quickly want to put in the rearview mirror.

Prior to that, Clermont beat Le Havre 2-1 thanks to a brace from Muhammed Cham, which followed losses against Metz (1-0) and Marseille (1-5) which was preceded by a 0-0 draw against Nice.

Away from home, Clermont have also won one, drawn one and lost three of their last five games.

PSG will very likely have too much for Clermont here. PSG are often lackadaisical in games and give goals away on the cheap, so we do fancy both teams to score here. However, the final result is not a point of debate as PSG should handily dispatch of the side at the bottom of the league table. We predict: PSG 4-1 Clermont.

PSG vs Clermont will be available to watch on the Peacock Network (An NBC live-streaming Platform)