PSG vs Angers Prediction 22.08.2025
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PSG vs Angers Prediction
PSG vs Angers Prediction and Betting Tips for Friday’s Ligue 1 clash at Parc des Princes sees the defending champions looking to continue their unbeaten streak against the visitors. After scraping past Nantes 1-0 in their season opener, Paris Saint-Germain showed glimpses of their usual dominance despite a lack of pre-season action. Fans can explore Ligue 1 Predictions from XpertStats tipsters for insights ahead of the kickoff. The question is, can Angers really turn things around after 18 straight defeats?
- PSG have won 18 consecutive matches against Angers across all competitions.
- Both teams started the 2025-26 Ligue 1 season with 1-0 victories.
- PSG could be without Kimpembe and Mayulu, while Angers miss Mouton and Abdelli.
- Angers have failed to score in three of their last five Ligue 1 away games.
PSG may be underprepared, but their attacking depth remains intimidating. Luis Enrique’s side outshot Nantes 18-5 and only narrowly avoided conceding. With Marquinhos, Dembele, Kvaratskhelia, Nuno Mendes, and Hakimi likely to return, the Parisian machine looks ready to impose itself. Even so, Enrique might juggle options upfront, with Barcola, Lee Kang-in, and Joao Neves all vying for spots. History tells a simple story: Angers struggle to breach PSG’s defenses, scoring just a handful over decades.
Angers arrive with some hope, having beaten Paris FC 1-0 last weekend. Esteban Lepaul continues his fine form after leading the club in goals last season. Yet, the Black and Whites face a daunting task; they’ve failed to score in three of their last five away games and will miss Mouton due to suspension and Abdelli through injury. Their disciplined rearguard might frustrate PSG, but can it hold for a full 90 minutes at Parc des Princes?
In head-to-head terms, PSG dominate. Out of 35 encounters, they’ve won 25, including six of the last seven home league meetings. Last season’s fixtures ended 1-0 and 3-0 in favor of Les Parisiens, with Angers barely threatening. While PSG’s opening win was tight, their recent home games show a team capable of scoring at least three goals in four of seven outings, making them heavy favorites. Still, the unpredictability of football means nothing is guaranteed.
Considering squad news, form, and historical records, it’s hard to see anything but a PSG win, though perhaps a narrower margin than some expect. Ligue 1 Predictions tipsters see a cautious game, likely under four goals, given Angers’ compact defense and the defending champions’ occasional inconsistencies. Can Angers score? Possibly, but breaking this streak will require an exceptional performance. For now, expect the home side to maintain dominance while Angers aim for a rare upset.
PSG vs Angers is shaping up to be a tactical contest rather than a goal-fest. While Paris Saint-Germain dominated their opener against Nantes, the final score was just 1-0, reflecting tight defenses and limited clear-cut chances. Angers have struggled to score in recent away matches, failing to find the net in three of their last five Ligue 1 games. With Louis Mouton suspended and Himad Abdelli injured, their attacking options are further limited. PSG’s squad rotation could also impact goal output; Enrique might rest key forwards, which historically reduces goal totals. Considering head-to-head stats, the last encounters often ended narrowly: 1-0 or 3-0 and Angers rarely breach PSG’s defense. Combining cautious tactics, key absences, and historical trends, the likelihood of seeing more than four goals is low. A safer approach is betting Under 4.5 Goals, reflecting both teams’ current form and the probable game plan for Friday.
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