Auxerre v PSG: Akpa believes in an upset at the Abbé-Deschamps

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·23 Januari 2026

Auxerre v PSG: Akpa believes in an upset at the Abbé-Deschamps

This Friday at 8:00 PM (broadcast on Ligue1+), Paris Saint-Germain (2nd) will face Auxerre (17th) at the Abbé-Deschamps as part of the 19th matchday of Ligue 1 2025-2026. In a press conference, Auxerre defender Clément Akpa (24 years old) spoke about this match and the Parisian opponent.

Akpa: “What we need to do is not take risks where they’re expecting us”

“How do you pull off an upset? What we need to do is not take risks where they’re expecting us. We have to demand a lot from ourselves, not take any unnecessary risks.” Relying on last season’s draw? For the players who were here last season, the experience should serve us well. At home, we’re lucky to have a crowd behind us, which is a real advantage.”

Akpa: “Survival won’t be decided against Paris”

A bonus match in terms of survival? Survival won’t be decided against Paris, but we’re in a situation where we can’t afford to neglect any match,” said L’Yonne Républicaine.

For Auxerre, this Auxerre/PSG is far from just a prestige match. In a season where every point can weigh heavily in the fight for survival, hosting Paris represents a rare opportunity: the chance to pull off an upset, driven by the Abbé-Deschamps crowd and a collective memory still fresh from last season’s hard-fought draw. Clément Akpa’s message is clear, almost surgical: discipline, high standards, zero unnecessary risks. Auxerre knows there’s no room for error.

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On the Paris Saint-Germain side, the equation is different. Important, yes, but this away game comes during a pivotal Champions League period, where managing energy and focus becomes crucial. That’s precisely where Auxerre wants to strike. While Paris has its eyes on Europe, Auxerre is watching the standings. And it’s often in this mismatch of priorities that danger arises.

This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇫🇷 here.