Could PSG finally be there for the taking in Ligue 1? | The Express Tribune
Key Takeaways
- PSG's recent success and long season have led to player fatigue and injuries, potentially opening the Ligue 1 title race.
- Marseille is currently positioned as the strongest challenger to PSG's domestic dominance, demonstrated by their recent win over the Parisians.
- Other contenders like Monaco (defensive flaws) and Lyon (squad depth concerns) face significant hurdles in maintaining a sustained title challenge.
- PSG has historically dominated French football since the 2011 Qatar Sports Investments takeover, making any deviation noteworthy.
- Monaco loanee Ansu Fati is highlighted as a player to watch, showing encouraging early form after struggling for game time at Barcelona.
Paris Saint-Germain's recent triumph in the Champions League, coupled with a domestic treble run, has left Luis Enrique's squad exhausted after an 11-month, 65-game season, leading to injuries for key players like Ousmane Dembele. This fatigue is showing domestically, as PSG currently sits precariously atop Ligue 1 only on goal difference following a loss to Marseille, suggesting the best opportunity in years for a different champion. Marseille, under Roberto De Zerbi, is seen as the primary contender, boasting a large squad and recent victories over PSG and in European competition. However, other challengers like Monaco suffer from defensive issues, and Lyon, despite a strong start, may lack the financial backing for squad depth over a full season. The article also highlights Ansu Fati at Monaco as a player to watch, showing early promise after a stalled career at Barcelona, while providing key statistics and upcoming fixtures for the league.
