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		<title>PSG vs Lorient: A Rotated Squad Prepares for Champions League Action</title>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>PSG is fielding a heavily rotated squad as they face Lorient in Ligue 1. Key players are missing due to injuries and suspensions.</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://news-canada.ca/psg-vs-lorient/">PSG vs Lorient: A Rotated Squad Prepares for Champions League Action</a> appeared first on <a href="https://news-canada.ca">News Canada</a>.</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>PSG is set to host Lorient at the Parc des Princes on <strong>May 2, 2026</strong>, for their Matchday 31 clash in Ligue 1. With an eye on an upcoming Champions League fixture, PSG will field a heavily rotated squad. Currently, they sit atop the Ligue 1 table with 69 points.</p>
<p>Despite their strong form—winning four of their last five matches—PSG recently experienced a setback, suffering a <strong>2-1 loss</strong> to Lyon earlier in April. The team faces additional challenges as key players like Achraf Hakimi and Lucas Chevalier remain sidelined due to injuries, while Goncalo Ramos is suspended after receiving a red card.</p>
<p><strong>Key absences:</strong></p>
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<li>Achraf Hakimi: Hamstring injury</li>
<li>Lucas Chevalier: Thigh problem</li>
<li>Goncalo Ramos: Suspended</li>
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<p>On a brighter note, Fabian Ruiz has returned from his knee injury and is expected to start against Lorient. This rotation might allow younger players like Renato Marin, just 19 years old, to step up in crucial moments. The potential starting XI reflects a mix of experience and youth.</p>
<p>This match will kick off at <strong>4 PM BST</strong>, and fans can catch the action via the official Ligue 1+ streaming platform in the UK. As PSG aims for their record <strong>14th league title</strong>, every match counts — especially with only four games remaining in the season.</p>
<p>Observers are keenly watching how this rotation strategy affects PSG&#8217;s performance against Lorient. With their title race heating up, every decision could be pivotal.</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://news-canada.ca/psg-vs-lorient/">PSG vs Lorient: A Rotated Squad Prepares for Champions League Action</a> appeared first on <a href="https://news-canada.ca">News Canada</a>.</p>
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