Here is our ongoing series: 5 great reasons to tune in to a match. We’ll be highlighting the most compelling aspects of each game, blending serious analysis with a touch of humor. Please note: this isn’t intended to be an exhaustive preview. Next up is the match between Paris Saint-Germain (13th) and Brest (7th) this Sunday at the Stade Francis Le-Blé, part of Matchday 4 of the 2026-2027 Ligue 1 season (kick-off at 8:45 PM; CET).
5. A special emotion.
This will be the case for some time when facing Brest—at least throughout the season—as thoughts turn to Eric Roy. An iconic figure in French football who enjoyed an impressive stint at Brest, “The King” sadly passed away last summer following a battle with cancer. The club is moving forward, with his former assistant Julien Lachuer taking the helm, but the emotion remains. He was a coach who always found the right words and maintained a positive attitude toward PSG; we might well see some touching moments this Sunday—perhaps a tifo from the Parisian supporters.
4. One last moment with the fans before a month-long break.
Speaking of the fans, it is important to make the most of this moment to connect with the players. They are barred from traveling to the Stade Vélodrome next Sunday (Matchday 5 of Ligue 1), and the international break follows immediately after. PSG’s next match with fans in attendance won’t be until October 10 against Le Mans at the Parc des Princes (Matchday 6 of Ligue 1).
3. Which Parisian lineup?
Predicting the lineup for PSG matches has become a guessing game under coach Luis Enrique, who is known for springing surprises and making bold choices amidst stiff competition and a minutes-management strategy that often disregards established hierarchies. Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, Désiré Doué, João Neves, Warren Zaïre-Emery, and Marquinhos did not play in the Champions League and could well start this time around—though nothing is guaranteed. There are numerous options, and the decisions for Sunday are far from straightforward; it is anyone’s guess.
2. Build on the Champions League performance.
After some frustrating matches in Ligue 1, PSG let off steam against Slovan Bratislava on Wednesday during the opening matchday of the Champions League. Now, they must build on that 6–1 victory, even if Paris cannot always score quite so many goals. They still need to regain confidence and clinical finishing, while also ensuring they defend together and with intensity.
1. Already 8 points behind the leader.
There is no drama or cause for alarm, but PSG has yet to win and sees top spot slipping away. They are not used to this situation, and they must not get used to it. It is time, then, to go on a good run in the league; any other result would become very troublesome.
