Barcelona vs PSG : Predicted lineup for Champions League clash

PSG will take on FC Barcelona at the Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys on Matchday 2 of the Champions League group phase. Over the weekend, Paris bounced back and secured an important home win against Auxerre to reclaim the top spot in the league. Meanwhile, Hansi Flick's side edged past Real Sociedad at Anoeta to climb to the top spot of La Liga.

However, while this clash is one of the most anticipated battle at this stage of the competition, numerous players from both sides will miss this game, including Ballon d'Or winner Ousmane Dembélé, Khvicha Kvaratskhelia and PSG captain Marquinhos. As for Barcelona, Brazilian international Raphinha and Spain international Gavi and Joan Garcia will also miss the clash.

Here is Les Parisiens' predicted starting XI against Barcelona.

PSG Predicted Lineup vs. Barcelona (4-3-3)

GK: Lucas Chevalier - The France international goalkeeper will certainly have a lot of work against Barcelona and his role will be key to secure a win against a tough opponent.

RB: Achraf Hakimi - The Morocco star is set to start against Barcelona as PSG seek their second win of the Group phase.

CB: Illia Zabarnyi - The Ukraine international will partner Willian Pacho in the heart of PSG's backline, following Marquinhos' injury.

CB: Willian Pacho - The Ecuadorian will lead the backline alongside Zabarnyi against Barcelona.

LB: Nuno Mendes - The Portuguese will play a key role as Paris will face Barcelona on October 1st as he will have the difficult task to stop Lamine Yamal and limit his influence on the game.

CDM: Fabian Ruiz - The Spaniard should make his return in the starting XI for this clash against Barcelona.

CM: Warren Zaire-Emery - While his recent performances have not been to the expected level, he will start against Barcelona.

CM: Senny Mayulu - With Vitinha and Joao Neves doubtful for this game, Mayulu will start in midfield alongside Warren Zaire-Emery and Fabian Ruiz.

RW: Ibrahim Mbaye - With Kvaratskhelia set to miss the game and with the numerous injuries in PSG's offensive line, the PSG Academy graduate will start against Barcelona.

LW: Bradley Barcola - The France international will be Paris' main man offensively against Barcelona. His role will be crucial if the European Champions are to defeat the Blaugrana.

ST: Gonçalo Ramos - The Portuguese will lead the front line against Barcelona, hopefully he will be able to have a bigger impact on the game from the start.

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