Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) are set to face Chelsea FC in the first leg of their 2025-26 UEFA Champions League round of 16 clash at the Parc des Princes. The highly anticipated encounter promises to be an intense battle between two European heavyweights.
Luis Enrique’s side will have the advantage of playing at home, but that does not necessarily guarantee an easier contest. PSG have struggled to maintain consistency in their recent matches, which could make this fixture even more challenging.
The Parisians will also carry the memory of their defeat to Chelsea in the FIFA Club World Cup final, where the Blues dominated the contest. This time, PSG will be determined to avoid repeating those mistakes and will be eager to take revenge on the English side.
Chelsea, meanwhile, head into the match with strong momentum after securing back-to-back victories in their last two outings. Even though they will be playing away from home, the Blues will travel with confidence.
The London club will aim to replicate their previous success against PSG. While the challenge will not be straightforward, Chelsea will be determined to put in another strong performance and gain the upper hand in the tie.
PSG predicted lineup (4-3-3)
Safonov (GK); Hakimi, Marquinhos, Pacho, Mendes; Zaire-Emery, Vitinha, Fernández; Doué, Barcola, Kvaratskhelia
Chelsea predicted lineup (4-3-3)
Sánchez (GK); Gusto, Fofana, Chalobah, Cucurella; James, Caicedo, Fernández; Palmer, João Pedro, Neto
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