The UEFA Champions League brought exciting matchups on the penultimate matchday of the group stage for the 2025-2026 season. Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) faced Sporting Lisbon, while AS Monaco took on Real Madrid.
Match Details
The matches occurred on December 12, 2025, at two iconic venues. The PSG vs. Sporting game was held at the José Alvalade Stadium in Lisbon. Meanwhile, AS Monaco traveled to the Santiago Bernabéu Stadium in Madrid.
Team Standings
- Paris Saint-Germain: 3rd place, 13 points
- Sporting Lisbon: 14th place, 10 points
- Real Madrid: 7th place, 12 points
- AS Monaco: 19th place, 9 points
Key Players
Several players had standout performances during this critical round of matches. PSG’s Kylian Mbappé netted two goals, showcasing his exceptional talent. Youngster Warren Zaïre-Emery also made headlines with his impressive display against Sporting.
Squad Lineups
The teams fielded strong lineups aimed at securing crucial points.
| Team | Starting Players |
|---|---|
| Paris Saint-Germain | Chevalier; Zaïre-Emery, Marquinhos (c), Pacho, Nuno Mendes; Ruiz, Vitinha, Mayulu; Doué, Dembélé, Barcola |
| Sporting Lisbon | R. Silva; Fresneda, G. Inacio (c), Reis, Mangas; Morita, Simoes; Catamo, Trincao, Araujo; L.J. Suarez |
| Real Madrid | Courtois; Valverde (c), Asencio, Huijsen, Camavinga; Güler, Tchouaméni, Bellingham; Mastantuono, Mbappé, Vinicius Jr. |
| AS Monaco | Köhn; Vanderson, Kehrer, Dier, Henrique; Zakaria (c), Teze; Akliouche, Fati, Golovin; Balogun |
Referees and Broadcast
Anthony Taylor from England officiated the PSG match, while Espen Eskas from Norway handled the AS Monaco match. Fans could watch the PSG game on Canal+ Foot and the Monaco match on Canal+ Sport.
Noteworthy Events
The night also drew attention to atmospheric events in the region, including thousands gathering to witness the eruption of the Piton de la Fournaise in La Réunion.
This penultimate matchday offered thrilling football moments, with young talents like Zaïre-Emery emerging as potential stars and established players like Mbappé affirming their dominance.
