Chelsea v PSG: Two key players may miss Champions League return

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·16 March 2026

Chelsea v PSG: Two key players may miss Champions League return

This Tuesday, Paris Saint-Germain will be at Stamford Bridge to face Chelsea (kick-off at 9 PM, broadcast on Canal1+) in the second leg of the Champions League 2025-2026 round of 16 (PSG won the first leg 5-2). This Monday, bad news is piling up for the Blues. While Reece James (midfielder/full-back and 26-year-old captain) is out, Malo Gusto (22-year-old right-back) and Wesley Fofana (25-year-old central defender) are doubtful according to L’Equipe.

“The Chelsea coach is now facing two uncertainties regarding Malo Gusto and Wesley Fofana. The former Lyon player, who is ill (flu-like symptoms), did not participate in Monday's session. Meanwhile, the former AS Saint-Étienne defender is struggling with muscle fatigue. However, the London management was rather confident on Monday about their inclusion in the squad, without committing to a starting position.”

Chelsea has suffered a major blow with Reece James' muscle injury, an essential player and a team leader. This does not mean the English team cannot pose a threat to PSG, but it will be more challenging. The absences of Gusto and Fofana would be additional major setbacks. For now, it’s a bit early to conclude, and it is quite possible they will recover. However, they risk not being at 100%.