PSG Faces Lyon Without Rising Star Ibrahim Mbaye in Key Ligue 1 Clash
Paris Saint-Germain gears up for a crucial Ligue 1 showdown against rivals Olympique Lyonnais after securing a victory over Liverpool FC in the quarter-finals of the UEFA Champions League last Tuesday. On Sunday, PSG aims to maintain their one-point lead over second-place RC Lens. With a match in hand, a victory against Lyon could further solidify their position at the top of the league. Currently sitting in seventh place, Lyon seeks to climb into a tie for third with a win, adding extra intensity to this highly anticipated encounter. Before the match, PSG announced their lineup, highlighting the absence of Ibrahim Mbaye. The 18-year-old midfielder has shown promise this season, drawing interest from Aston Villa and other Premier League teams, according to L’Equipe. Additionally, Nuno Mendes and Quentin Ndjantoue are sidelined due to injuries. Luis Enrique's starting XI features several intriguing choices: Lucas Hernández replaces Mendes at left-back Achraf Hakimi occupies the right-back position Willian Pacho and Ilya Zabarnyi fill the center-back roles, stepping in for Mendes and Marquinhos respectively Lucas Beraldo, Senny Mayulu, and Vitinha make up the midfield trio Gonçalo Ramos leads the attack, supported by wingers Désiré Doué and Bradley Barcola Matvey Safonov guards the goal The atmosphere is set to be electric as both teams vie for crucial points in the title race.
Source: PSG Talk - 2026-04-19