PSG face Real Madrid test to kick off Champions League campaign | OneFootball

PSG visit Real Madrid on Tuesday at 21:00 for their Champions League opener, seeking to reset after a disappointing last campaign.

According to L'Équipe, PSG finished second-bottom in the 2025-2026 Champions League league phase and want to repair their European reputation. Head coach Paulo César said they produced some good Champions League displays last season. A result in Madrid, quarter-finalists last time, would also confirm their recent rhythm.

After eliminating Frankfurt in the play-off, 1-1 then 5-1 after extra time, they beat Lens, Strasbourg and Nantes 2-0 each without conceding. Captain Sakina Karchaoui said the team showed character and personality.

Paris have lost only once in six meetings with the Merengues and will be alert to balls in behind, as the coach explained on Monday. They can also lean on 24-year-old forward Naomie Feller, the marquee summer signing after four years in white. Paulo César joked she has almost become his assistant.

Back against Nantes with 50 useful minutes, Griedge Mbock is thought to be short to start. Former Real player Olga Carmona remains out, as does Jackie Groenen.

Source: L'Équipe

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