Following their 3-1 defeat to Rennes last time out in the league, PSG are now a point behind Lens at the summit.

With Metz sitting bottom of the French top-flight, the Parisians should have an easy task on their hands at the Parc des Princes.

PSG have not lost any of their last 39 home Ligue 1 matches against promoted sides (W35 D4), since a defeat against Montpellier in May 2010 (1-3).

However, Luis Enrique believes they cannot underestimate their opponents, especially after falling behind in the title race.

"We're going to approach the match against Metz like any other," said the PSG boss.

"It's a very important match because we need to put pressure on Lens and take all three points.

"I can't remember any match against the bottom team that has gone without a hitch. We need those three points."

PSG were dealt a blow in their Champions League play-off first leg win against Monaco during the week when Ousmane Dembele was substituted due to an injury.

Luis Enrique explained the effects injuries have had on his side this season compared to previous years.

"For Ousmane, it was a blow. We don't want to take any risks with the players, but injuries are part of top-level football," added the Spaniard.

"The difference between this season and the last two is the number of injuries. It prevents us from rotating the squad and has an impact on playing time, so we have to manage it differently.

"This season is very unusual, but we have to deal with it."