What Happened
Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) is set to face AS Monaco tonight at the Parc des Princes in a decisive second leg of the UEFA Champions League playoff. PSG has announced its squad, which will be without key player Ousmane Dembélé, who is sidelined due to a calf injury. Other absentees include Fabian Ruiz, Quentin Ndjantou, and Senny Mayulu.
In the first leg, PSG mounted a remarkable comeback after trailing 2-0 early in the match, ultimately winning 3-2 thanks to a standout performance from Désiré Doué, who scored twice. The match also saw Aleksandr Golovin of Monaco receive a red card.
Why It Matters
This match is critical for PSG as they aim to secure a spot in the Round of 16. A win or draw will suffice for the defending champions to advance, having already established a narrow lead from the first leg. The stakes are high, as PSG looks to maintain their dominance in European football after a successful previous season where they won the league, domestic cup, and Champions League.
What’s Next
Kickoff for the match is scheduled for 9 p.m. CET (3 p.m. ET, 12 p.m. PT). Fans in the United States can watch the game live on Paramount Plus. Following this match, PSG will either prepare for a challenging Round of 16 matchup against either FC Barcelona or Chelsea, depending on the outcome.
