PSG v Bayern Munich, Paris side tipped to start Barcola and Vitinha | OneFootball

This Tuesday, Paris Saint-Germain will face Bayern Munich at the Parc des Princes in the first leg of the 2025-2026 Champions League semi-final (second leg on May 6) (kick-off at 9 p.m., live on Canal+). On Monday evening, RMC Sport revealed a likely Parisian lineup.

Kvaratskhelia – Dembélé – Barcola

Neves – Vitinha – Zaïre-Emery

Mendes – Pacho – Marquinhos – Hakimi

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This lineup seems entirely plausible, as no rotation is expected for a match of such importance. The objective is clear: field the strongest possible starting eleven to qualify for the final. However, a few doubts remain given the intense competition and the players’ great versatility. Coach Luis Enrique’s choices will also depend on a precise analysis of the opponent.

The defense seems set, but questions remain in midfield and attack. In midfield, it is a battle between Fabian Ruiz and Warren Zaïre-Emery. Ruiz had the edge last season, but he was injured for a long time, while Zaïre-Emery is having an outstanding season. In attack, the competition appears to be between Bradley Barcola and Désiré Doué. Barcola is more comfortable exploiting spaces behind the defense, while Doué excels in tight spaces. Doué could pay the price for a certain inconsistency in recent months, although he will undoubtedly have a role to play, at least as a substitute.

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