What if the dunce cap returned to Paris Saint-Germain this season in the Champions League? After three days of this new group phase, the capital club is in any case the last French club in the standings. With four points, Luis Enrique’s men are only in 19th place, synonymous with the play-offs. A bad operation for the Parisians, who are aiming for direct qualification for the round of 16 but are gradually moving away from it.
Monaco and Brest can consider it. Thanks to their big victory against Red Star Belgrade this Tuesday (5-1), the Monegasques are fourth in this provisional ranking. Only Aston Villa and Liverpool, authors of a flawless record, as well as Manchester City, who benefit from a better goal difference, are ahead of them. With the same number of points but fewer goals scored, Stade Brestois is fifth.
Author of a second feat in two matches against the two Madrid big names, Lille also put themselves back in the race for qualification. Despite their initial defeat at Sporting Lisbon, the Northerners are now 15th, notably alongside Real Madrid, Borussia Dortmund, Barcelona and Juventus. Just that.
The next day of the Champions League is scheduled for November 5 and 6. Monaco and Brest will compete in two affordable trips, respectively to Bologna and Sparta Prague. The perfect opportunity to further confirm their place in the famous Top 8 so desired. Paris Saint-Germain will host Atlético Madrid, while Lille will host Juventus for a third consecutive big game.
