The highly anticipated match between Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) and Athletic Club is set to take place at San Mamés. Scheduled for 21:00 hours local time, this clash is part of the sixth round of the Champions League group stage. Fans are eager to witness this monumental encounter featuring the defending European champions.
Match Overview
This game is particularly significant as it showcases two of Spain’s best coaches, Ernesto Valverde of Athletic and Luis Enrique of PSG. Both coaches previously held positions at FC Barcelona, adding another layer of intrigue to this matchup.
Injury Updates
Both teams are coping with several key injuries:
- Athletic Club:
- Aymeric Laporte
- Leandro Paredes
- Robert Navarro
- Maroan
- Prados
- Egiluz
- Yeray
- Paris Saint-Germain:
- Lucas Chevalier
- Achraf Hakimi
- Lucas Beraldo
- Ousmane Dembélé
- Lucas Hernández (suspended)
Current Standings
Athletic Club enters this match with four points from five games, facing a critical need to earn points to remain competitive for a top 24 spot in the group. A victory would be essential for their ambitions.
On the other hand, PSG has accumulated 12 points and is vying for the top position in their group, contingent on the outcome of other matches, especially considering Arsenal’s performance.
Recent Performance
Athletic is motivated by a recent victory over Atlético Madrid, signaling their readiness to confront another formidable opponent. This marks the third significant match that San Mamés hosts in just one week, following encounters with Real Madrid and Atlético de Madrid.
As the match approaches, excitement builds for what promises to be a thrilling contest between these two prestigious teams. Fans can look forward to an evening of high-stakes football on the grand stage of the Champions League.
