Otávio
PFC
Ruled out two to three weeks
Otavio (thigh) is not fit for the trip to Marseille and will be out for two to three weeks, according to coach Liam Rosenior, per L'Equipe.
Analysis: Otavio had contributed three interceptions, six clearances and three blocks before the late withdrawal against Nice that first raised concern, continuing strong defensive form dating back to last season, when he started 21 of his 23 appearances. Thibault De Smet figures to replace him at left back during his absence, with this confirmed timeline now giving Paris FC a clearer picture of how long it will need to manage without him.
Doubtful for Marseille clash
Otavio is likely to be unavailable for Sunday's match at Marseille, with tests revealing a small lesion in his thigh after he was substituted in the 83rd minute against Nice, and no clear timeline yet for his return, according to L'Equipe.
Analysis: Otavio had contributed three interceptions, six clearances and three blocks before that late withdrawal, continuing strong defensive form dating back to last season, when he started 21 of his 23 appearances. Thibault De Smet figures to replace him at left back for the trip to Marseille, with Paris FC coach Liam Rosenior set to provide further updates on the squad on Friday.
Forced off late with issue
Otavio (undisclosed) was forced off in the 83rd minute of Sunday's 3-0 win over Nice due to an issue, the club posted.
Analysis: Otavio contributed three interceptions, six clearances and three blocks before this late withdrawal, continuing the strong defensive form he showed in a previous outing against Troyes, where he won all four of his tackles and cleared the ball seven times. Thibault De Smet could replace him at left back if he is forced to miss time, though Otavio's consistency has made him a key member of Paris FC's back line dating back to last season, when he started 21 of his 23 appearances.
Excellent in start
Otavio had four tackles (four won) and seven clearances in Saturday's 0-0 draw against Troyes. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 62nd minute.
Analysis: Without the injured Nhoa Sangui (undisclosed) available Saturday, it became apparent that Otavio would start at left-back against Troyes, and he stepped up. Even though Paris FC dealt with a lot of defensive action, he cleared the ball seven times, won all four of his tackles and logged a crucial shot block. Sangui becoming available may dampen Otavio's chances of starting at left-back, but the latter started his season indicating that he should remain a key member of the Paris team, as was evident last season with his 21 starts in 23 appearances.
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