This Wednesday, Paris Saint-Germain faces Slovan Bratislava at the Parc des Princes in Matchday 1 of the 2026-2027 Champions League (kick-off at 9 PM, CET). PSG manager Luis Enrique must select his starting XI, taking into account the opponent, upcoming fixtures, and suspension risks, having already named the squad for the match.
As usual, there are some uncertainties. Luis Enrique knows how to build suspense and then spring a surprise. The Spaniard fosters competition and versatility, so there are plenty of options. Several players could either start or begin on the bench. Furthermore, if they do start, players like Désiré Doué or Maghnes Akliouche could feature centrally in the attack, out wide, or in midfield.
Competition in midfield is already fierce among Vitinha, João Neves, Fabian Ruiz, and Warren Zaïre-Emery. These are tough choices—a good problem for a well-equipped PSG side. One thing is certain: the team fielded will be a strong one.
Possible Lineup:
Kvaratskhelia – Dembélé – Torres
Ruiz – Vitinha – Zaïre-Emery
Mendes – Pacho – Marquinhos – Hakimi
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Substitutes: Chevalier, Mouak, Digne, Hernandez, Zabarnyi, Beraldo, Dro, Mayulu, Neves, Akliouche, Doué, Godts, Ndjantou.
Out : Longoni (injury).
Potential yellow card suspension: None.
