18 April 2018 at 19:05
Match Summary
Paris Saint Germain defeated Caen 3:1. The match was played in Coupe de France 2017. Goals were scored by K. Mbappé 25′, I. Diomandé 43′, K. Mbappé 81′, C. Nkunku 90′. 2 yellow cards were shown, 1 red cards. Caen had 27% possession while Paris Saint Germain held 73%. Caen had 6 shots (5 on target) compared to 11 (9 on target) for Paris Saint Germain. Caen made 3 substitutions, Paris Saint Germain made 3.
Match Events
Key match events between Caen and Paris Saint Germain — 4 goals and 3 cards recorded during the match.
assist: E. Cavani
assist: E. Cavani
assist: Dani Alves
Match Statistics
Caen had 27% possession against Paris Saint Germain's 73%. Caen registered 6 shots (5 on target) while Paris Saint Germain managed 11 (9 on target). Corner kicks: 2–11. Fouls committed: 10–8.
Lineups
Caen lined up in a 4-1-2-3 formation under P. Garande, while Paris Saint Germain deployed a 4-3-3 under Unai Emery.
Defensive Solidity
Caen deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against Paris Saint Germain's 4-man backline averaging —. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.
Midfield Control
Caen field 3 midfielders averaging —, versus Paris Saint Germain's 3 rated —. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.
Forward Threat
Caen start 3 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 3 for Paris Saint Germain averaging —. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.
Age & Experience
The average age of Caen's starting XI is — (youngest: —, oldest: —), while Paris Saint Germain average 31.0 (youngest: Marquinhos (31), oldest: Marquinhos (31)). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.
Substitutes
Coach: P. Garande
Substitutes
Coach: Unai Emery
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Caen have recorded 2 wins, 3 draws and 1 defeats. Paris Saint Germain show 5 wins, 0 draws and 1 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Caen vs Paris Saint Germain Head to Head Results
Caen and Paris Saint Germain have met 15 times — Caen won 0, Paris Saint Germain won 11, with 4 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2010. Paris Saint Germain leads the head-to-head with 11 victories from 15 meetings. A combined 50 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.33 per match (11 for the home side, 39 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 8 matches (53%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 11 games (73%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. Paris Saint Germain are currently unbeaten in the last 15 meetings. The highest-scoring encounter finished 0–6 in 2016.
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Recent Meetings (15)
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