Probable lineups for PSG vs Lyon: Does Lionel Messi play as a starter?

PSG endured a frustrating UEFA Champions League opening game against Belgian club Club Brugge as they were held to a 1-1 draw and untypically outplayed by Brugge. They will return to league action this Sunday against a difficult opponent in Olympique Lyon. Who are those likely to start? Will Lionel Messi start?

Mauricio Pochettino has a very big and expensive squad to use in the match. Kylian Mbappé is a doubt for the match after he was substituted in the 50th minute against Brugge due to an ankle injury and may not play this weekend, while midfielder Marco Veratti is also out with a knee injury.

Lionel Messi looks very possible to start, and with Kylian Mbappé possibly out, he could start in the middle and Angel Di Maria play on the wing or Messi could still remain on the wing and Mauro Icardi playing in the striker position up top.

The last three matches between the two teams have resulted in one wins each for the clubs and one draw. The match will kick off at 19:45 BST.

PSG possible lineup: Donnarumma; Hakimi, Marquinhos, Kimpembe, Diallo; Herrera, Wijnaldum, Gueye; Di Maria, Messi, Neymar

Lyon possible lineup: Lopes; Gusto, Denayer, Da Silva, Emerson; Caqueret, Guimaraes; Shaqiri, Paqueta, Aouar; Toko Ekambi