Strasbourg vs. Monaco (Saturday, 4.00pm)
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Another season of promise at the Stade de la Meinau begins on Saturday, as Strasbourg battle Monaco in the opening weekend of the 2022-23 Ligue 1 campaign.
Les Coureurs just missed out on a place in Europe last term, while their visitors have already taken to the field in Champions League qualifying this season.
We say: Strasbourg 1-1 Monaco
Goals are never at a premium when Strasbourg and Monaco are on the pitch, and the hosts will aim to take advantage of the jellied legs within Clement's ranks amid their European exploits.
Les Coureurs are under pressure to prove that they are not just one-season wonders, but draws were the theme for Stephan's side last term, and we can envisage an opening-day stalemate here.
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Clermont vs. PSG (Saturday, 8.00pm)
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Paris Saint-Germain begin the defence of their Ligue 1 title with Saturday's trip to the Stade Gabriel-Montpied to face Clermont in gameweek one.
Meanwhile, the hosts are preparing for their second consecutive season of top-flight football after successfully staving off relegation last term.
We say: Clermont 0-5 Paris Saint-Germain
With so many key defensive names departing Clermont during the current transfer window, expect a ruthless PSG attack to hit their golden stride straight away this weekend.
Putting four past Nantes without reply was the perfect start to the campaign for Les Parisiens, and we can picture the capital side going one better here with a five-star and five-goal performance.
