PSG begin the defence of their Ligue 1 crown on Sunday night with a trip to Stade de la Beaujoire to face Nantes. Read our preview for the Nantes vs PSG game.
This preview features Match Plug’s predictions, odds, and analysis of the highly anticipated match happening on Sunday.
Betting Preview for Nantes vs PSG
- Venue: Stade de la Beaujoire
- Date: Sunday, August 17th, 2025
- Time: 20:45
- Teams to play: Nantes vs PSG
- Odds as provided by 1XBet
Betting On Nantes
- 1XBet Spread: +1.5
- 1XBet Moneyline: 8.75
- 1XBet Over/Under: Over 2.5
Nantes narrowly avoided the relegation playoff last season, finishing 13th after a late run of form that saw them lose just once in their final five Ligue 1 matches. The Canaries held PSG to 1-1 draws in both league meetings last term, showing they can frustrate the champions.
However, they will be without last season’s top scorer Matthis Abline, leaving Mostafa Mohamed to lead the line. Nantes’ defensive organisation will need to be at its absolute best if they are to contain PSG’s attack.
Betting On PSG
- 1XBet Spread: -1.5
- 1XBet Moneyline: 1.385
- 1XBet Over/Under: Under 3.5
PSG dominated French football last season, winning the Ligue 1 title by 19 points, lifting the Coupe de France, and finally claiming their first-ever Champions League crown with a 5-0 demolition of Inter. Luis Enrique’s side won 26 of their 34 league matches but notably failed to beat Nantes in either fixture.
They will be without suspended midfielder Joao Neves, while summer signing Lucas Chevalier is set to debut in goal. The Parisians are overwhelming favourites to start their campaign with three points.
MatchPlug Prediction For Nantes vs PSG
Unsurprisingly, PSG head into this fixture as heavy favourites given their squad form, and last season’s dominance.
Nantes’ recent record against the champions suggests they can make life difficult, but missing their main goal threat could limit their chances of another upset.
PSG should have enough firepower to get the job done, even if it’s not a runaway win.
Final Prediction: PSG Win
