Paris St-Germain and Atletico Madrid have both made poor starts in the UEFA Champions League so the stakes are high when they collide in France on matchday four.
These teams have been regulars in the latter stages of Europe's premier tournament so it's a surprise to see them languishing in the bottom half of the 36-team table in the competition's new format.
PSG were semi-finalists term but they've only won one of their three games so far – and even that 1-0 triumph over Girona was delivered by a last-minute own goal from the Spanish side's keeper.
Any side would miss Kylian Mbappe but it's now time for others to step up on the biggest stage after the superstar's move to Real Madrid.
It's the other side of Madrid they face in this game and Atletico have a point to prove in the Champions League after heavy defeats to Benfica and Lille.
Diego Simeone's side can ill afford any more slip-ups if they're to avoid an early exit but it won't be easy against a Paris St-Germain side who have lost just one game all season.
How the bookies view it: More misery for Atletico
Paris St Germain's home record is pretty formidable and Betano make the French champions 7/10 favourites for this one. Atletico Madrid are 18/5 outsiders and the draw pays 14/5.
Head to head: Atletico's French bliss
Despite being regulars in European competitions, these sides have never faced off before. Atletico Madrid do have an excellent record against French teams, though, losing just two of those 16 matches.
Players to watch: Bradley's on the ball
Bradley Barcola is blossoming this season for PSG, with eight goals already, but let me down after I backed him for a goal against PSV. The 22-year-old is 13/10 with Betano for anytime scorer and a tempting 21/20 with Bet365 to either score or assist.
Alexander Sorloth hasn't set to heather on fire for Atletico Madrid since his big-money move from Villarreal. But the big Norwegian has been showing more signs of life recently, with three goals in his last five games, and he's 12/5 at Betano for another strike here.
Probable line-ups
PSG are missing long-term absentees Goncalo Ramo, Presnel Kimpembe and Lucas Hernandez. Atletico have Robin Le Normand, Marcos Llorente and Cesar Azpilicueta on the injury list while Thomas Lemar is a doubt.
Paris Saint-Germain: Donnarumma; Hakimi, Marquinhos, Pacho, Mendes, Zaire-Emery, Vitinha, Neves, Dembele, Asensio, Barcola.
Atletico Madrid: Oblak; Molina, Witsel, Gimenez, Reinildo, De Paul, Koke, Barrios, Lino, Sorloth, Griezmann.
Anything else catch the eye?
Diego Simeone's success at Atletico Madrid has been based on a solid defence so it was a surprise to see them ship four goals in Lisbon then concede three goals at home to Lille.
They've since conceded just one goal in three games and Simeone might shut up shop a little here against a PSG side boasting plenty of pace. Under 2.5 goals pays 20/21 with Betano and that could be worth a punt.
With both teams desperate for a win we could see a lot of cards and over 52.5 booking points looks good at 5/4 with Betfred. Backing Atletico at -1 in the card handicap also appeals at 13/10 with Bet365.
PSG should have most of the pressure so it could pay to back them at -2 in the card handicap, which pays 10/11 at Bet365.
This UEFA Champions League match between Paris St-Germain and Atletico Madrid will be played on Nov 6, 2024 and kick off at 20:00. Check below for our tipsters best Paris St-Germain vs Atletico Madrid prediction. You may also visit our dedicated betting previews section for the most up to date previews.
