ANALYSIS
Paris-Saint-Germain lost Tuesday evening against Borussia Dortmund (2-1) in the round of 16 first leg of the Champions League. A first defeat for the Parisians, who do not leave serene for the return match which will take place at home on March 11.
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A more resentful team on the return
"We expected much better from Paris-Saint-Germain on Tuesday evening," laments Alain Roche, sports consultant for Europe 1. The match was eagerly awaited by players and supporters alike, but "Thomas Tuchel's tactical scheme and the physical disparities of some players caused problems for Parisians during the first leg, "he continues. "The defeat is therefore logical", but the hope remains strong. In the return match, we expect players, like Neymar, more physically fit, and a more revengeful team.
Thoughtful risks
According to Alain Roche, a score of 1-0 for Paris-Saint-Germain at home is possible. "We will have to take deliberate risks, with a system of four attackers. A system implemented for months by the German coach of the club, Thomas Tuchel. It is also incomprehensible that he changed tactics for this match there ", considers Alain Roche.
Next March 11, Paris-Saint-Germain will face a good team, always present in the European games, determined to go further. A good home team, just like Paris-Saint-Germain who can "turn around a lot, and that's what the fans expect", concludes the sports consultant.