Paris Saint-Germain is gearing up for the next edition of the Challenge Espoirs, with the group phase running from September 15, 2025 to April 6, 2026. The competition, which now comprises two pools of eight teams, will see the top two finishers in each group qualify for the final phase in May 2026.
U23s will once again take part in the Challenge Espoirs!
The top two teams in each group will qualify for the final phase in May 2026
This year, there are 2 pools of 8 teams!
The pool phase runs from September 15 to April 6!
The 2025-26 edition of the Challenge Espoirs marks a significant change, with an expanded format featuring two pools of eight teams, intensifying the competition for PSG’s young talent. This extended structure, spanning almost seven months, will enable Parisian hopefuls to regularly come up against a variety of opponents, reinforcing their technical and mental preparation.
The stakes are twofold: to provide a forum for the club’s future stars to express themselves, and to aim for qualification for the finals, which will bring together the best teams in May 2026. In this context, group management and consistency of performance will become crucial, both for players aged between 18 and 21 and for the Paris Saint-Germain management team, keen to capitalize on its next generation of players. This challenge is not just a competition, but a real springboard towards the elite.
