PSG/OM – Paris opt for Barcola over Kvaratskhelia? | OneFootball

This Thursday, Paris Saint-Germain will face Olympique de Marseille at the Jaber Al-Ahmad International Stadium in Kuwait as part of the 2025 Trophée des Champions (kick-off at 7:00 PM French time, broadcast on Ligue1+). This Wednesday, RMC Sport suggested a likely Parisian lineup.

Barcola – Dembélé – Doué

Ruiz – Vitinha – Neves

Mendes – Pacho – Marquinhos – Zaïre-Emery

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Nothing is impossible; this is almost the team expected for this final against a rival that PSG takes very seriously. The main doubt concerns the left side of the attack, between Bradley Barcola (23 years old) and Khvicha Kvaratskhelia (24 years old). L’Equipe had previously chosen the latter, but this time it’s the former who is picked. Perhaps Le Parisien will be able to “settle” the debate.

There is real uncertainty in the competition, especially since the Georgian had to rest on Sunday against Paris FC, while Barcola had to settle for a substitute role. It would be surprising to see Senny Mayulu (19 years old) start again, but it’s not impossible. At the very least, the uncertainty could be troublesome for the opponent, as Barcola and Kvaratskhelia have different profiles.

The Georgian is more comfortable in tight spaces, while the French international is faster and “attacks” the space more easily. This changes the opponent’s approach. We’ll have to wait to find out Luis Enrique’s choice, as he is always capable of surprising.

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