LIGUE 1-BORDEAUX: MAURICE-BELAY VERY WARY OF PSG

At the outset of the 23rd day of Ligue 1, Paris Saint-Germain faces the Girondins de Bordeaux this Friday. As the league leaders, PSG seeks to return to success after two consecutive games without a victory. The Parisians have the opportunity to revive themselves, especially at the Parc des Princes, where they remain undefeated in Ligue 1 and boast an average of three goals per match. Bordeaux, aiming to reclaim European spots, anticipates a tough challenge against Laurent Blanc’s side.

Nicolas Maurice-Belay, a striker for Bordeaux, provided insights into PSG’s style of play in an interview with L’Equipe. He highlighted PSG’s technical prowess and their ability to exploit opponents’ flaws. Maurice-Belay emphasized PSG’s relentless pressure and likened their strategy to that of Barcelona, suffocating opponents and forcing defensive play.

Set pieces could be crucial in deciding the outcome of the match, as PSG has already scored eight goals from corners in the league this season. Maurice-Belay acknowledged PSG’s strength in possession and their consistency in maintaining pressure, making them a formidable opponent to face.

Reflecting on Bordeaux’s previous encounters with PSG, Maurice-Belay acknowledged their attempts to adapt tactics but recognized the challenges PSG presents. Despite the difficulties, Bordeaux remains vigilant and seeks to find strategies to challenge PSG’s dominance on the field.