PSG’s Road to Champions League Glory: Odds, Analysis, and Key Factors

If you pay any attention to the offseason in Europe’s domestic soccer leagues, you will be well aware that teams do not tend to stand pat.

As soon as the transfer window opens, teams start to move out the deadwood and bring in new players that they hope will take them to the next level.

My Analysis

While winning the league is the goal for every team, for those good enough to be in the Champions League, it’s all about building a squad that can compete for the biggest trophy in the European club game.

While some teams have a storied history in the Champions League, there are plenty more who have either come close or who are in the mix every single season.

That, as well as the fact that there is a new format in the CL this season, means that their current odds of winning might change by the time the tournament starts.

Kings of the French Soccer

Last season followed a very familiar pattern for PSG, as they once again rolled to an easy win in Ligue 1.

This was their 10th title win in the last 12 seasons, and I’m almost certain we will see them win it again.

We also saw PSG win the domestic double, as they also picked up the French Cup.

They made it to the semi-final in the Champions League before bowing out in a loss to Borussia Dortmund.

Every manager that has had control of this team has been judged on their performance in the Champions League, which is sure to be the case with Luis Enrique when his contract comes to an end after this season.

Kylian Mbappe & Transfers

The one thing that PSG is dealing with this season is the loss of Mbappe, who moved to Real Madrid on a free transfer.

While they have not replaced him yet, the rumor is that Victor Osimhen might fill that gap, although Chelsea is also trying to lure the striker to London to play in the Premier League.

The other rumor is that Joao Neves will be moving to Paris in the next couple of weeks.

While he is just 19 years old, the future looks very bright for Neves, and I think he would be fantastic in Ligue 1.

PSG Current Odds for the Champions League

The biggest knock on PSG is that they have spent a lot of money to bring in players to help them win the Champions League.

Every attempt has failed, though, and while racking up league titles is nice, it is not their ultimate goal.

Their lack of success in this tournament makes them a very risky bet indeed, with their current odds set at +1575.

I would keep an eye on the moves they make in the next month or so, but as of now, I am not convinced that PSG can win the Champions League.

UEFA Champions League Schedule

• July 30-31 – Second Leg, Second Qualifying Draw
• August 5 – Playoff Round Draw
• August 6-7 – First Leg, Third Qualifying Round
• August 13 – Second Leg, Third Qualifying Round
• August 20-21 – First Leg, Playoff Round
• August 27-28 – Second Leg, Playoff Round

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