David Shonfield: PSG can thrive in midfield minefield against Chelsea

Paris Saint-Germain believe they can beat Chelsea in the Champions League tomorrow night, writes David Shonfield.

David Shonfield: PSG can thrive in midfield minefield against Chelsea
Tue, 10 Mar, 2015 - 00:00
David Shonfield
David Shonfield

Matches are won and lost by goals but they are decided in midfield.

That may seem strange, and it may not always be true, yet it is one reason why Paris Saint-Germain believe they can upset the odds against Chelsea tomorrow night.

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