Paris vs Lille Preview: Top 4 Clash in Ligue 1, Paris Shocked Out of French Cup, Leading Ligue 1 After Early Matches

At 4 AM Beijing time on January 17th, Ligue 1’s 18th round will see a top-four battle as the reigning champions Paris host Lille, with CCTV providing free live coverage of the match.

Paris vs Lille, the match highlights are as follows:

First:Team SituationsAfter 17 rounds in Ligue 1, Paris holds a record of 12 wins, 3 draws, and 2 losses, accumulating 39 points and ranking second, just one point behind leaders Lens; Lille stands fourth with 10 wins, 2 draws, and 5 losses, totaling 32 points, tied with third-placed Marseille. In the last Ligue 1 round, Paris narrowly defeated Paris FC 2-1 at home, securing their third consecutive league win. Last weekend, they drew 2-2 with Marseille in the French Super Cup and won on penalties. However, in the midweek French Cup, Paris suffered a shocking 0-1 home defeat to Paris FC, missing out on the round of 16, marking one of the biggest upsets in football this week. Lille lost 0-2 at home to Rennes and then were eliminated from the French Cup after a 1-2 home defeat to Lyon on Monday, failing to reach the last 16.

Second:Top 4 Ligue 1 Clash, Paris Shocked Out of French Cup, Leading Ligue 1 After Early MatchesTraditionally, Paris has dominated the Ligue 1 title race, but this season the competition is fierce, with Lens leading instead of Paris. Paris plays earlier this round, and despite the shock French Cup exit, they will host Lille in this top-four clash aiming to take the lead. Paris is clearly stronger than Lille; except for Ashraf, Paris fields a full-strength squad and enjoys home advantage. Given the stakes to claim the top spot, Paris is favored to win at home and secure all three points to move to the summit.

In the last six encounters between the two sides, Paris has 4 wins and 2 draws, remaining unbeaten!

Injury and Suspension Updates: Paris hasLee Kang-in, Safonov, Ngantou (injured); Ashraf, Mbaye (on national duty); Lille hasToure, Iga Mané, André (injured); Mandi (doubtful).