On their journey to winning their first-ever Champions League title, PSG defeated a series of English opponents – from the group stage (Man City) , the round of 16 (Liverpool) , the quarter-finals (Aston Villa) and the semi-finals (Arsenal).
Entering the new season, the first opponent for Luis Enrique's team is also a Premier League representative – Tottenham, currently undergoing a transition with Thomas Frank.
Upon arriving at Friuli Stadium in Udine , a northern Italian city, PSG aims to bring the European Super Cup title back to Paris, adding to their already impressive collection in 2025 .
Despite losing in the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup final, this was an exceptionally successful year for PSG. They achieved a historic treble, a feat rarely seen in European football.
Ousmane Dembele was the hero of that winning journey. “The Champions League trophy was heavy but beautiful, ” he recalled the feeling of victory in Munich.
“That’s the most beautiful trophy I’ve ever seen. A dream come true: winning the Champions League with PSG, the club’s first title.”
PSG fans and Luis Enrique are hoping Dembele will continue to shine in the European Super Cup.
Compared to the time they won the European Championship in Munich, PSG have strengthened their squad with the addition of Ilya Zabarnyi – one of the most expensive central defenders in history (66 million euros), and goalkeeper Lucas Chevalier (55 million euros).
Chevalier is likely to start in goal at Friuli, as Luis Enrique is looking to put Donnarumma in his place.
Ruben Neves is suspended, but PSG's squad is considered superior to Tottenham's – who have just parted ways with Son Heung Min and will be without James Maddison for an extended period.
“The European Super Cup is a fantastic game and a great way to start the season , ” Tottenham defender Micky van de Ven said optimistically, showing no fear of PSG.
Van de Ven was a hero for Tottenham last season, particularly for his goal-line save in the Europa League final against Manchester United.
The Dutch player is expected to lead the Spurs defense against Dembele, Doue, and Kvaratskhelia . New signings Palhinha and Kudus are also highly anticipated.
"We hope this will be a good and special season," Van de Ven shared optimistically about the new era.
Beyond the desire for the title, the battle against PSG and the crucial test for Thomas Frank are important before Spurs enter the Premier League this weekend.
Force:
PSG: Ruben Neves is suspended.
Tottenham : Maddison is injured.
Predicted lineup:
PSG (4-3-3) Chevalier; Hakimi, Marquinhos, Pacho, Nuno Mendes; Za i re-Emery, Vitinha, Fabi a n Ruiz; Dou e , Demb e l e , Kvaratskhelia .
Tottenham (4-2-3-1) : Vicario; Porro, Romero, Van de Ven, Spence; Bentancur, Palhinha; Kudus, Sarr, Odobert; Richarlison .
Match odds: PSG -1 1/4
Total goals: 3 1/4
Prediction: PSG wins 3-1 .
Source: https://vietnamnet.vn/nhan-dinh-bong-da-psg-vs-tottenham-sieu-cup-chau-au-2025-2431415.html
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