A high-stakes European showdown arrives at the Parc des Princes this Wednesday evening as Paris Saint-Germain and Newcastle United clash in a final league-phase fixture.
This match will determine which side secures a direct path to the Round of 16. Both clubs enter the final matchday locked on 13 points. PSG currently hold sixth place while Newcastle sit just behind in seventh. The Magpies have enjoyed a continental revival this season. They have won four of their last six games without conceding a goal. However, they face a PSG side that has historically been formidable at home. Luis Enrique’s men recently regained the top spot in Ligue 1. They aim for a 14th consecutive appearance in the knockout stages.
PSG vs Newcastle United – Match preview and team news
- Date: Wednesday, 28 January 2026
- Kick-off: 20:00 GMT
- Venue: Parc des Princes, Paris
- Referee: Slavko Vinčić (SVN)
- VAR: Christian Dingert (GER)
- Last Meeting: PSG 1–1 Newcastle (Nov 28, 2023), Champions League
Team News
Paris Saint-Germain
The hosts are likely to be without Matvey Safonov and Fabian Ruiz due to injuries. Lee Kang-in and Joao Neves also remain major doubts for this fixture. Notably, Achraf Hakimi faces a late fitness test following his return from international duty. Lucas Hernandez is available again following a suspension. Both Ousmane Dembélé and Désiré Doué should return to the starting lineup tonight.
Newcastle United
Eddie Howe is navigating a defensive injury crisis at the worst possible time. Jacob Murphy, Tino Livramento, and Jamaal Lascelles are all ruled out. Furthermore, Joelinton is confirmed to miss the game with a groin injury. Captain Bruno Guimarães and Fabian Schär are both considered doubtful with ankle problems. Nick Pope continues in goal as he seeks his fifth clean sheet.
Form
Paris Saint-Germain
Luis Enrique’s men are the reigning Champions League holders. They have won five of their last six competitive encounters at home. However, they must overcome a recent dip in attacking efficiency. The team has scored just once from their last 46 shots in the competition. Notably, PSG have not lost their final group-stage fixture since 2017.
Newcastle United
The Magpies have been professional on their return to the Champions League. Only league-phase leaders Arsenal have won more games to nil this season. Anthony Gordon has been directly involved in eight goals during this campaign. This is near the record for an English club in a single season. Additionally, Bruno Guimarães leads the competition in defensive line-breaking passes.
Predicted Lineups
Paris Saint-Germain Predicted XI: Chevalier; Zaire-Emery, Marquinhos, Pacho, Hernandez; Mayulu, Vitinha, Mbaye; Doué, Dembélé, Kvaratskhelia
Newcastle United Predicted XI: Pope; Trippier, Burn, Botman, Hall; Miley, Tonali, Joelinton; Barnes, Wissa, Gordon
How to watch PSG vs Newcastle?
The match will be broadcast live in the UK on TNT Sports 3. Streaming is available via discovery+ and the discovery+ app.
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