Simon Dalton presents his prediction for the Ligue 1 match.
Paris Saint-Germain continue their quest for the championship, yet recent setbacks in the Champions League and Ligue 1 have exposed their vulnerabilities. Auxerre, a solid mid-table side, are particularly dangerous at home. The team showcase high scoring proficiency and have the knack for pinpointing the weaknesses in their opponents' gameplay.
AJ Auxerre
Auxerre have been a revelation this season. They have won five out of six home matches, conceding only once in four consecutive games. However, against AS Monaco at the Stade Abbé-Deschamps, the team committed three costly errors. Their season has been marked by stable performances — averaging 1.62 goals both scored and conceded per match. Auxerre have scored in eight of their last nine fixtures and have a formidable home record against PSG, with the Parisians failing to keep a clean sheet in their last five visits.
Paris Saint-Germain
PSG remain the leaders of Ligue 1, but they have dropped points in crucial matches. After a draw with Nantes (1:1), they struggled to convert their chances, managing just one goal despite achieving 2.73 xG. Despite their dominance in possession (84% against Nantes), PSG continue to concede from counter-attacks. Their away record is strong, with two draws and four wins in six matches, yet they have conceded in five of those away games.
AJ Auxerre vs Paris Saint-Germain Prediction
Both sides have the potential to score in this encounter. Auxerre are very dangerous on their own turf and consistently create chances, while PSG have ongoing defensive issues. Given their potent attack, the Parisians are likely to find the back of the net, so we’re taking the "Both Teams to Score" bet for this match.
