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Paris Saint-Germain Face Chelsea Test with Club World Cup Final Memories

French champions Paris Saint-Germain, the title holders, are preparing for a difficult test when they host English side Chelsea in the Round of 16 of the UEFA Champions League. The encounter carries several storylines, particularly as it brings back memories of PSG’s loss in last summer’s Club World Cup final in the United States, when they were beaten 3-0 by the London club.

The match holds special significance for the Parisian side, as that defeat was the only blemish on what had otherwise been a historic season in which the club won all domestic titles and excelled in Europe. The upcoming clash therefore represents an ideal opportunity for PSG to restore pride and seek revenge against their English opponents.

However, circumstances have changed considerably since that final. Chelsea have reshuffled their coaching staff by dismissing Italian manager Enzo Maresca, appointing English coach Liam Rosenior in January in a move aimed at restoring balance after a period of inconsistent results.

Rosenior also has good knowledge of Paris Saint-Germain, having faced them three times while managing Strasbourg in Ligue 1, recording one win, one draw, and one defeat, which gives him a clear idea of the challenge that awaits.

Meanwhile, PSG have not shown the same momentum that characterized their exceptional season under Spanish coach Luis Enrique. The team has lost some of its sparkle recently, making the clash with Chelsea a real test of its ability to rediscover its form and continue defending its title.

Here are the key statistics that may help you predict the correct score via Betway:

● The last encounter between Paris Saint-Germain and Chelsea in the UEFA Champions League was in the Round of 16 of the 2015-2016 season, with the French side winning 2-1 in both legs.

● Chelsea have won only two of their eight Champions League matches against PSG (three draws and three defeats). Only Bayern Munich and Barcelona (four each) have beaten Chelsea more often in the competition.

● PSG have progressed from their last three knockout ties against English teams in the Champions League, all coming last season (Liverpool in the Round of 16, Aston Villa in the quarter-finals, and Arsenal in the semi-finals).

● Since their 2-1 defeat to PSG in March 2016, Chelsea have won all six of their Champions League matches against French clubs (four against Lille and two against Rennes).

● Since the start of last season, only Ousmane Dembélé (16) has registered more goal contributions for PSG in the Champions League than right-back Achraf Hakimi (13), who also leads the French club in assists (8) and chances created (54).

● Estêvão is Chelsea’s top scorer in this season’s Champions League (3 goals, tied with João Pedro). If he scores in the match, he will become the youngest South American player to score in a Champions League knockout match (18 years and 321 days on matchday). The current record belongs to Carlos Alberto (who scored in the 2004 final for Porto at 19 years and 167 days).

● PSG midfielder Vitinha has the highest pass-completion rate under high pressure among midfielders in the Champions League this season (93.3%), and also leads the competition in total successful passes under high pressure (470 passes).

For fans looking to predict the score of this huge UEFA Champions League clash between Paris Saint-Germain and Chelsea, Betway stands out as one of the best online betting sites in Egypt, offering competitive odds and an easy platform to follow every moment of the action.

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