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PSG vs Monaco Prediction, Lineups, Preview and Team News | Super Cup Final, January 5, 2025

PSG vs Monaco Preview

  • Tournament: Super Cup Final
  • Date: Sunday, January 5
  • Kick-off Time: 05:30 PM GMT
  • Venue: Stadium 974, ad-Doha, Qatar

Paris Saint Germain will face Monaco in the final of the Trophee des Champions in the Stadium 974 in Doha on Sunday. PSG is the defending champion and the most successful club in this competition. They have won 12 times so far in history. Last season, PSG won a league and cup double to qualify for the final, while Monaco finished second in the league and will have a chance to deny the defending champions another trophy.

PSG defeated Toulouse 2-0 at Parc des Princes last season to lift their 12th Super Cup and will look to repeat it this year to begin the new year 2025 with a bang. PSG came into this game after a 1-1 draw against Lens and are unbeaten for six games since Bayern defeated Luis Enrique’s side 1-0 in the UEFA Champions League. In the league, they are currently leading the table with 40 points after 16 games. It includes 12 wins and 4 draws. In the league, they won their last game 4-2 against the same rivals that they faced on Sunday. Desire Doue gave PSG the lead in the first half and then a brace from Ousmane Dembele and a goal from Goncalo Ramos ensured full three points for PSG.

Meanwhile, Monaco come into this game after defeating Union Saint Jean 1-4 in the Coupe de France. They have won the Super Cup four times in history and winning it for the fifth time would be something they would eagerly look at. Monaco has so far won just one of their last four games and are placed at fourth with 30 points. Before the winter break, Les Monegasques had won just one of their six games before beating amateur side Union Saint-Jean.

PSG Team News

Luis Enrique in the press conference
Luis Enrique in the press conference (Source: X)

Luis Enrique does not have a big problem to deal with in terms of injury. He will nearly a full squad available at his disposal to choose from. Doubt remains about the fitness of centre-back Presnel Kimpebe, suffering from a lower leg injury. Goalkeeper Gianlugi Donnarumma is back in training after his horrific facial injury in a recent league game against the same opposition. Defenders Marquinhos and Willian Pacho would be expected to start as a pairing.

Monaco Team News

Monaco players during their training session
Monaco players during their training session (Source: X)

Manager Adi Hutter will be without the services a number of players. Wilfried Singo remains suspended after picking up too many yellow cards. Denis Zakaria will also not be available for selection in this game. Edan Diop might return to the squad and Lamine Camara is expected to come back after recovering from a minor issue he picked up last month.

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PSG vs Monaco Predicted Lineups

PSG Predicted Lineup (4-3-3)

Goalkeeper: Matvey Safonov.

Defenders: Achraf Hakimi, Marquinhos, Willian Pacho, Nuno Mendes.

Midfielders: Warren Zaire-Emery, Vitinha, Neves.

Forwards: Ousmane Dembele, Desire Doue, Bradley Barcola.

Monaco Predicted Lineup

Goalkeeper: Kohn

Defenders: Teze, Kehrer, Singo, Vanderson

Midfielders: Magassa, Camara, Golovin

Forwards: Akliouche, Ben Seghir; Embolo

PSG vs Monaco Head-to-Head

Both the teams have faced each other of 32 occasions. Out of which 16 have been won by PSG and six matches have been won by Monaco. 10 matches have ended in a draw.

DateMatchCompetition
December 18, 2024Monaco 2-4 PSGLigue 1
March 01, 2024Monaco 0-0 PSGLigue 1
November 24, 2023PSG 5-2 MonacoLigue 1
February 11, 2023Monaco 3-1 PSGLigue 1
August 28, 2022PSG 1-1 MonacoLigue 1
H2H record of last 5 matches

Key Players to Watch in PSG vs Monaco

Thilo Kehrer (Monaco)

Thilo Kehre for Monaco
Thilo Kehrer (Source: X)

He has been a crucial player for the French side in defence this season making them one of the best defensive sides in the league. He averages more than five recoveries and has won around 67 percent of his duels. He will be important for this fixture to ensure a victory for Monaco.

Ousmane Dembele (PSG)

PSG winger Ousmane Dembele
PSG winger Ousmane Dembele. (Source: X)

Former Barcelona winger has been in great form since his transfer to Paris Saint Germain last season. He has got past his defenders and made fool out of them multiple times. His quality of using both the foot make him more dangerous for the opposition. He has scored three goals in his last two matches and looks to be in fine touch, and will try and carry it on for as long as possible.

PSG vs Monaco Prediction

Monaco would definitely go all in to start this year with a trophy. They would look to put in a lot of effort considering their current form. On the other hand, it will be an easy game on paper for PSG on paper but in reality, it could be a difficult game to win.

Predicted Score: PSG 3-1 Monaco

Where to Watch PSG vs Monaco Live?

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q. When is PSG vs Monaco?

A. PSG vs Monaco will be played at the Stadium 974, ad-Doha, Qatar on Sunday, January 05 at 5:30 PM GMT.

Q. Where can you watch PSG vs Monaco for free?

A. FuboHulu + Live TV and DirecTV Stream will stream the match for free.

Q. What is the predicted score for PSG vs Monaco?

A. PSG 3-1 Monaco.

Q. What is the recent head-to-head record for PSG vs Monaco?

A. Both the teams have faced each other of 32 occasions. Out of which 16 have been won by PSG and six matches have been won by Monaco. 10 matches have ended in a draw.