French Cup 2024-2025: Espaly-Paris Saint Germain, the likely lineups
Espaly-Paris Saint Germain, the probable formations
A historic fixture for Espaly, whose rise, at least in the French Cup, è truly extraordinary: the small National 3 club (the equivalent of Italy's Eccellenza) is preparing to face Paris Saint Germain in the event’s round of 16. A genuine "David vs. Goliath" closes the rich cup Wednesday schedule, with kickoff set for 9 p.m.
All eyes will be on Clermont’s Marcel-Michelin Stadium, chosen to host this historic event. L'Espaly, in fact, has a modest facility, with a capacity of just 460 spectators, and has opted for a larger and more appropriate facility for the occasion. The stadium, home of the Clermont rugby team that plays in the top French league, can hold 19,000 spectators. Built in 1911, the’facility è was renovated in 2011 and 2013.
Paris Paris Saint-Germain will not take this challenge lightly. The lineup fielded will see many starters, including Gonçalo Ramos in attack, supported by Mbaye and star Barcola. On the other hand, Kolo Muani does not figure among the summoned players.
Probable lineups
Espaly (5-4-1): Etienne; Allaigre, Bendriss, Curt, Uzun, Mezaber; Ichane, Portal, Ait Boulaalam, Gjeci; Fournel. Coach: Vaillant.
Paris-Saint Germain (4-3-3): Safonov; Hakimi, Marquinhos, Paco, Hernandez; Zaire-Emery, Vitinha, Neves; Mbaye, Ramos, Barcola. Coach: Luis Enrique.