Parc des Princes history felt as Europe hails atmosphere before PSG v Newcastle | OneFootball

PSG host Newcastle in the Champions League league phase on Wednesday at 21:00, and Europe is weighing the Parc des Princes. According to L'Équipe, figures from Spain, Italy, England and Germany praise its history, noise and spectacle.

Osasuna defender Javi Galan played there for Real Sociedad in a 2-0 last‑16 first leg on 14 February 2024, then for Atlético in a 1-2 league‑phase tie on six November 2024. He rates the crowd among Europe’s best, relentless backing that wears opponents down but is a thrill to experience.

Italian analyst Luca Marchegiani, a former Lazio goalkeeper, calls the ground fascinating. He played the 1998 UEFA Cup final there, a 3-0 loss to Inter, and says it matches Europe’s great arenas. You feel the history on entry, like San Siro, even the Parco dei Principi name stirs emotion.

Newcastle reporter Craig Hope covered PSG v Newcastle at 1-1 on 28 November 2023 and Marseille v Newcastle at 2-1 on 23 November. He says continental grounds, Paris included, produce a hum that can unsettle opponents, and he was struck by the Parc’s tifos, colour and active stands.

German correspondent Julian Buhl travelled to Paris on four November, 2-1, and highlights sharp acoustics, varied music and a city‑centre setting. He calls it one of Europe’s best atmospheres, adds Serge Gnabry counts the Parc among the Champions League’s finest, and notes Paris fans kept singing as Bayern controlled the last meeting.

Source: L'Équipe