PSG possible starting XI for Champions League encounter against RB Leipzig

PSG forwards Neymar Jr. and Kylian Mbappe
PSG forwards Neymar Jr. and Kylian Mbappe

Left winger - Angel Di Maria

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Angel Di Maria was Paris Saint-Germain's best forward in the game against Lille. While his teammates struggled to affect the game in a positive manner, the Argentine rallied them forward with his technical brilliance and quick thinking.

Like most of his teammates, Di Maria leveled up in the second half and was a constant threat going forward. He should have had an assist after playing a wonderful pass to Lionel Messi. Di Maria came close with a shot of his own before teeing up Marquinhos for PSG's equalizer.

He then scored the all-important winner in the 88th minute of the game. With Lionel Messi a major doubt after being forced off at half-time against Lille, Di Maria will start down the left side here. Even if Messi was playing, it would have been difficult to keep Di Maria out of the side on current form.

Right winger - Neymar Jr.

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After a few dismal performances early on in the season, Neymar Jr. showed signs of getting back to his expressive best in the game against Lille. He did seem a bit off pace for the first hour or so and then he grew into the game.

The Brazilian played a few lovely passes in the second half and was at the heart of almost everything good that PSG created. He was involved in both goals and it was his lovely link-up play with Di Maria that helped them bag the winner as well.

Pochettino will want more of the same from his talismanic forward as they square off against RB Leipzig.

Striker - Kylian Mbappe

Paris Saint-Germain v RB Leipzig: Group A - UEFA Champions League
Paris Saint-Germain v RB Leipzig: Group A - UEFA Champions League

Kylian Mbappe was ruled out of the game against Lille due to illness. He has now recovered and is set to start against RB Leipzig. Mbappe hasn't been at his staggering best this season but has still been PSG's best player so far.

He has scored six goals and provided eight assists in 14 appearances across all competitions so far this season. The Frenchman was excellent against RB Leipzig at the Parc des Princes a fortnight ago. He is likely to be their main threat in attack once again.

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