Paris Saint-Germain and Tottenham Hotspur meet in Udine on Wednesday evening to contest the UEFA Super Cup, a clash that sees the Champions League winners face off against the Europa League holders.
Both teams arrive with different preparations: PSG have come straight out of an exhausting but historic season, while Spurs have had an extended pre-season under new management. With attacking threats on both sides and key personnel fit for the occasion, this match could deliver end-to-end action.
Here’s our Bet Builder pick for PSG vs Tottenham, which has been placed with Bet365:
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Both Teams to Score
There’s strong reasoning to back both sides finding the net in this contest. PSG have been nothing short of prolific under Luis Enrique, sweeping aside opponents in Ligue 1 and demolishing Inter Milan 5-0 in the Champions League final. With attacking quality from Kvaratskhelia, Dembélé and Doue, they are rarely held scoreless, regardless of the opponent. Even without competitive pre-season matches, their rhythm from last term should still be intact.
Tottenham, on the other hand, boast a sharp front line despite the absence of James Maddison. Brennan Johnson, Richarlison and Kudus have the mobility and pace to trouble PSG’s back line, especially as the French champions may still be feeling the physical effects of their recent packed schedule. The fact that PSG have not played a friendly since their Club World Cup run could mean some defensive rust.
With neither side known for sitting deep in big matches and both managers preferring proactive attacking styles, an open contest seems inevitable. Spurs scored against Arsenal and other strong sides in pre-season, while PSG’s defensive perfection is more vulnerable in early-season fixtures. A goal apiece looks like a sensible projection.
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Ousmane Dembélé – 2 or More Shots on Target
Dembélé has consistently been one of PSG’s most direct attacking outlets, and this match provides a platform for him to make a statement early in the new campaign. His pace and dribbling are likely to trouble Tottenham’s full-backs, particularly if Destiny Udogie is unavailable.
Under Enrique, Dembélé has been encouraged to take on his man and shoot when given space rather than simply deliver crosses. Against a Tottenham side still adapting to Thomas Frank’s tactical approach, there’s every chance Dembélé will find himself in advanced positions regularly. Spurs conceded four goals at Bayern Munich in their final pre-season outing, showing that defensive cohesion is still a work in progress.
With PSG’s midfield trio capable of threading through balls and switching play quickly, Dembélé should see enough of the ball to test Guglielmo Vicario multiple times. His tendency to shoot on sight, particularly when cutting inside onto his stronger left foot, makes two or more efforts on target a realistic expectation.
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Reasoning This Bet Builder combines attacking potential from both PSG and Spurs. PSG’s firepower and Spurs’ counter-attacking threat support a Both Teams to Score selection, while Dembélé and Johnson’s direct styles and shooting tendencies make them strong candidates for multiple shots on target in an open, high-tempo encounter. | |
Brennan Johnson – 2 or More Shots on Target
Johnson has been one of Tottenham’s most energetic performers in pre-season, offering speed on the break and an eye for goal. His ability to drift into central areas from a wide starting position means he often gets into shooting positions that catch defenders off guard.
PSG’s defensive line is not short on quality but can be exposed by quick transitions, especially if their full-backs push high. With Lucas Chevalier possibly making his debut in goal, Johnson may be encouraged to test him early with direct strikes.
Given that Spurs will look to exploit the space behind PSG’s attacking full-backs, Johnson could find himself in one-on-one situations with Marquinhos or Pacho. His willingness to shoot first time, coupled with his pace to beat the offside trap, increases the likelihood of him hitting the target on multiple occasions. The absence of Maddison may also place greater creative responsibility on Johnson, naturally boosting his shooting volume.
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