The Paris derby takes center stage in this matchup, and the gap in quality and circumstances between the two sides is quite clear.

Paris FC come into this game with defensive issues, having conceded 14 goals in 8 away matches, while PSG have been extremely solid at home, allowing just 3 goals so far. That contrast alone highlights the uphill task facing the visitors.

The situation is further complicated for Paris FC by several key absences due to AFCON and injuries. Missing players include Kebbal, Krasso, Lees-Melou, Simon, and Traoré, all of whom play important roles in their attacking structure. In particular, Kebbal (6 goals, 4 assists) and Simon

(3 goals, 2 assists) are major creative losses.

PSG, on the other hand, are only without Hakimi, meaning Luis Enrique still has the core of his squad available.