Paris Saint-Germain (1-1-0) and Seattle Sounders (0-2-0) will face off today at 3:00 p.m. EDT.
PSG is favored at a -667 price, with the over/under set at 3.5 (-100o / -130u) goals.
Let’s get into my PSG vs. Seattle Sounders prediction.
PSG vs. Seattle Sounders Odds for Club World Cup
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PSG vs. Seattle Sounders Betting Analysis
Perhaps unexpectedly, the stakes are high for the reigning Champions League holders on Matchday Three.
On Friday, PSG became the first European champions since Chelsea in 2012 to be toppled by South American opposition. Despite dominating possession in Pasadena against Botafogo, PSG were unable to break through in the absence of their injured star, Ousmane Dembélé.
Botafogo’s steadfast defense and a fortuitous goal from Igor Jesus left PSG with no margin for error as they headed to Seattle.
For the French side, the path is clear. A victory would guarantee progression to the knockout stages, making other results irrelevant. A draw, however, would leave them reliant on the outcome between Atlético Madrid and Botafogo, while a defeat would result in elimination.
Despite two tournament defeats, the Seattle Sounders have shown their competitiveness. Buoyed by home fans, they’ve demonstrated the ability to challenge elite teams and will be eager to upset PSG’s ambitions.
Albert Rusnak’s recent goal highlights their attacking potential. The midfield battle will dictate the match’s balance.
For PSG, composure and clinical finishing are essential. Seattle is known for exploiting turnovers and quick transitions, which could pose a significant threat. A win for the Sounders would be historic, securing their progression and adding drama to this final matchday.
PSG vs. Seattle Sounders Prediction
Pick: Albert Rusnak Over 1.5 Shots (-111)
My PSG vs. Sounders best bet is on Albert Rusnak to record over 1.5 shots in this match.
PSG vs. Seattle Sounders Picks, Parlay
Leg 1: Albert Rusnak Over 1.5 Shots (-111)
Leg 2: Over 8.5 Seattle Sounders Shots (-111)
Leg 3: PSG Win and Both Teams To Score (+200)
Rusnak’s six shots for Seattle on MD1 versus Botafogo were followed up by three attempts against Atletico Madrid on MD2. Now playing against the so-called best team in the group, the European champions, Rusnak will be intent on making another name for himself.
It might have meant nothing in the end, but Rusnak stroked the ball into the net from the left of the penalty spot to make it 2-1 versus Atleti. As the cross was floated into the box, Rusnak’s first thought was to run into the 18-yard box past a defender to find space. That decision paid off, as the cross was headed down into his path just before half-time.
With a goal under his belt and three shots on target to his name in the competition, can we rely on the Slovak to work the goalkeeper once again? The Sounders forward boasts a 2.3 shots per game strike rate in the MLS this season after 17 appearances, hitting the target with 1.1 of said strikes.
PSG vs. Seattle Sounders Projections
Projected Chance of Winning
PSG | Draw | Seattle Sounders |
---|---|---|
81.9% | 11.3% | 6.8% |
Projected Total Goals
PSG | Total Goals | Seattle Sounders |
---|---|---|
2.81 | 3.53 | 0.72 |
PSG vs. Seattle Sounders Projected Starting Lineups
PSG
Donnarumma; Mendes, Pacho, Marquinhos, Hakimi, Ruiz, Vitinha, Neves, Doue, Barcola, Kvaratskhelia.
Seattle Sounders
Frei, Tolo, Roldán, Ragen, Kim Ki-hee, Roldan, Vargas, Rusnák, Kent, Ferreira; Musovski.
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