Lille/PSG – Neves' surprise absence, the explanation emerges | OneFootball

This Friday, Paris Saint-Germain (1st) face Lille (8th) at the Stade Pierre Mauroy as part of the 2nd matchday of Ligue 1 2026-2027 (kick-off at 8:45 p.m., live on Ligue1+). When the Paris squad for this match was announced, it came as a surprise to see João Neves (21-year-old midfielder) among the absentees. The reason was revealed by RMC Sport.

It’s frustrating, since it means one very good player fewer in the squad, but nothing dramatic. Even though it would have been good for the Portuguese international to help out and build up his match fitness, especially as he had already missed the Trophée des Champions against Lens because of a minor physical issue. Hopefully, he will be back very quickly so he can continue to build momentum. Even though PSG have some great options in the squad, it is always better to have everyone available and at 100%.

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