PSG face a crucial match this Saturday night. At 9:05 p.m., Paris host Rennes at the Parc des Princes for Matchday 15 of Ligue 1 — a direct top-five clash that Luis Enrique’s side must win after losing their spot at the top of the table. Rennes arrive in great form, full of confidence, while Paris need a strong reaction ahead of their next European fixture. The match will be broadcast on Ligue1+ (subscription required).
To oversee the game, the LFP have appointed Marc Bollengier. The 39-year-old referee has become a regular at the top level, with sixteen matches officiated this season. His profile is generally calm: an average of just 3.35 yellow cards per game, below the national standard, and very few straight reds. But teams must watch out for second yellows — an area where he sanctions more than most.
Another key stat: Bollengier rarely hesitates to award penalties, with a rate well above the league average (0.42 per match). A measured referee, but one who makes decisive calls when it counts. PSG and Rennes have been warned: challenges will need to be controlled.
PSG need points
PSG line up with several changes from Luis Enrique. Safonov replaces Chevalier in goal, and the expected back line — Zaïre-Emery, Marquinhos, Pacho, Hernandez — is confirmed. In midfield, Neves, Vitinha and Lee all start. In attack, Mayulu is preferred over Dembélé to play through the middle, flanked by Barcola on the right and Kvaratskhelia on the left.
PSG starting XI: Safonov – Zaïre-Emery, Marquinhos, Pacho, Hernandez – Neves, Vitinha, Lee – Barcola, Mayulu, Kvaratskhelia.
Rennes present no surprises: the usual 3-5-2 is maintained. In front of goalkeeper Samba, the defence consists of Ait Boudlal, Jacquet and Brassier. Frankowski and Al Tamari take the wings, with Camara, Rongier and Cissé in midfield. Up front, Lepaul and Embolo form the attacking duo.
Rennes starting XI: Samba – Ait Boudlal, Jacquet, Brassier – Frankowski, Camara, Rongier, Cissé, Merlin – Lepaul, Embolo.
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