Monaco VS Paris Saint Germain Match Prediction

Monaco's head-to-head record against PSG is much better than most of the other teams in Ligue 1, with three of the six previous meetings between the sides having ended in a draw. In the league last season, the points went to the away side on both occasions, with PSG winning 3-0 at Monaco and Monaco winning 2-0 in Paris. At home, Monaco have not beaten PSG since 2009 in Ligue 1.

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Monaco v Paris Saint-Germain: Prediction

PSG are strong favourites for every game they play in France and Monaco away is no different even though this will be one of the toughest tests of the season for Unai Emery's team. 

A more defensive line-up could therefore be named by the club's new coach, with Monaco's run of three straight wins likely to be severely tested here, especially with three of their top strikers injured. PSG should win the match but it is likely that they will be pushed all the way by Monaco.

Monaco v Paris Saint-Germain: Betting Tips

The price of 4/5 available on PSG might just be the biggest odds the team can be backed at all season and it looks a solid selection despite Monaco also starting the new Ligue 1 campaign well. Hosts Monaco can be backed at 7/2 here, while the draw might not be a bad option at 5/2 either.

Both teams to score has not landed in any of the last four matches between the sides, so opposing it at 11/10 could be fruitful for this Ligue 1 clash, while under 2.5 goals appeals at 9/10.

A run of three wins on the bounce have boosted confidence at Monaco, with four points from two Ligue 1 games coupled with progression to the Champions League group stages after knocking out Villarreal in the play-off round. There are a number of players expected to miss out through injury, including the strikers Guido Carrillo, Vagner Love and Radamel Falcao.

Monaco likely XI:

A 3-0 win over Metz last time out continued PSG's 100 per cent start to the season, but Edinson Cavani's lack of form in front of goal is a concern for Unai Emery's men. The striker could be dropped for this game, with Hatem Ben Arfa able to operate in a false nine role up front. Striker Jese is still not fit after his move from Real Madrid, with Thiago Silva and Salvatore Sirigu out too.

Paris Saint Germain likely XI:

Unai Emery\'s PSG career has started very well, but Monaco are also in good form having won three on the bounce since drawing their opening match of the campaign. There could be some tiredness in Monaco\'s legs after their Champions League exploits in midweek, when their play-off against Villarreal was in the balance until Fabinho\'s late penalty. A tight game is likely, with a draw possibly the most likely result, and one that would suit both sides.

Monaco are undefeated in 16 of their last 17 home matches, but PSG have won 20 of their last 24 league games on the road.