The upcoming Trophée des Champions match between Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) and Olympique de Marseille (OM) is set for January 8, 2026. The fixture will kick off at 7 p.m. local time (1 p.m. ET) at the Jaber Al-Ahmad Stadium in Kuwait. Reports indicate that around 5,000 tickets remain available out of a total capacity of 60,000.
PSG vs Marseille: Match Preview
Head coach Luis Enrique faces a challenging lineup as several PSG players are currently unavailable. The defense and midfield appear solid, with Marquinhos likely stepping in for Ilya Zabarnyi. The final forward position remains uncertain, with competition among Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, Bradley Barcola, and last Sunday’s starter, Senny Mayulu.
Predicted Lineups
Here’s how both teams are expected to line up:
| PSG | Marseille |
|---|---|
| Defenders: Zaïre-Emery, Marquinhos (c), Pacho, Mendes | Defenders: Pavard, Balerdi (c), Medina |
| Midfielders: Neves, Vitinha, Ruiz | Midfielders: Weah, Hojbjerg, Kondogbia, Emerson |
| Forwards: Doué, Dembélé, Kvaratskhelia | Forwards: Greenwood, Gouiri, Paixão |
Injuries and Absences
PSG will miss several key players, including:
- Achraf Hakimi (AFCON)
- Ibrahim Mbaye (AFCON)
- Matvey Safonov (Injured)
- Lee Kang-in (Injured)
- Quentin Ndjantou (Injured)
- David Boly (Injured)
On the other hand, Marseille is without Nayef Aguerd, who is at the Africa Cup of Nations, along with suspended midfielders Arthur Vermeeren and Bilal Nadir.
How to Watch PSG vs Marseille Live
The match will be accessible through various platforms. In the United States, fans can watch it on beIN SPORTS and streaming services like Fanatiz. In Canada, it will also be available on Fanatiz, in addition to beIN SPORTS channels. In the United Kingdom, viewers can tune in via Ligue 1+.
Viewing Options by Region
- United States: Fanatiz USA, beIN SPORTS, fuboTV
- Canada: beIN SPORTS Canada, Fanatiz Canada, fuboTV Canada
- United Kingdom: Ligue 1+
This Trophée des Champions match promises to be an exciting clash, showcasing two of the top teams in French football.
