Press review: Parc des Princes future, Lens v PSG delay and France | OneFootball

This Tuesday, March 24, the French press (on the sports aspect) focused on the future of the Parc des Princes from the Paris Saint-Germain side, with the idea of a purchase being revived by the election of Emmanuel Grégoire as mayor of Paris and the possible postponement of Lens/PSG. The French National Team is also in the spotlight: Zinedine Zidane is preparing to replace Didier Deschamps after the 2026 World Cup, while the Bleus are in the United States for the March break in preparation for this World Cup.

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Emmanuel Grégoire repeated during his campaign that he is ready to negotiate the sale of the Parc des Princes, and there is an existing development project, so the idea seems to be resurfacing to avoid PSG moving to Poissy or Massy to build a new stadium. Be careful, some are getting ahead of themselves while significant difficulties remain, notably: limited space, opposition from local residents, and risks associated with major construction work above the ring road. A departure is still quite possible; let's wait to see the situation of the case.

As for the postponement of Lens/PSG, it is a point of tension. There are those, including PSG, who favor preparation for the Champions League quarter-finals against Liverpool, and those who see a club that must adapt to its ambitions without disrupting the championship. The Professional Football League must decide on Thursday, but this clash for the title race already promises significant tensions. Meanwhile, the PSG/Nantes match (initially scheduled between the round of 16 against Chelsea) has been set for Wednesday, April 22, at 7 p.m.

Regarding the French National Team, it is a break with a long trip to the United States to develop its image, but also to start getting accustomed ahead of the World Cup. They will also pass through the stadium during the group stage where they will play against Brazil in a friendly this Thursday (9 p.m. French time). All this is happening while Zidane seems to be laying the groundwork to replace Didier Deschamps after the World Cup, with a departure date chosen for some time. It is nonetheless a somewhat special atmosphere.

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