Champions League: PSG vs. Liverpool Picks — Reds to Suffer a Rare Defeat in Paris? (Mar 5)

Standout action in the Champions League is set for the Parc des Princes on March 5, 2025, as PSG and Liverpool collide in the round of 16.

The Parisians will be seeking a first-leg advantage to take back to Anfield, and it is hard to overlook their recent European form after winning five on the bounce and scoring 21 goals.

Liverpool have had few obstacles to overcome this season, as Arne Slot’s first season in charge has been a major success. However, PSG could present the Reds with a major challenge in their pursuit of European success.

Odds

Third Meeting Between PSG and Liverpool

Liverpool and PSG have rarely locked horns in the Champions League.

This will only be the third meeting between the sides in the competition, with both previous meetings coming in the 2018-19 group stages. Liverpool recorded a 3-2 win at Anfield, but they were beaten 2-1 in Paris.

PSG vs. Liverpool Key Stats

• Liverpool have failed to win any of their last five away matches against French teams in European competition.
• PSG have won their last five matches in the UCL, and they have scored 21 goals across this period.

PSG Team News

Luis Enrique will only have two injury concerns this week. Renato Sanches and Gabriel Moscardo have both been ruled out, but both players could return for the second leg.

Possible Lineup

G. Donnarumma (GK); A. Hakimi, Marquinhos, L. Berlado, N. Mendes, D. Doue, F. Ruiz, J. Neves, O. Dembele, G. Ramos, K. Kvaratskhelia

Liverpool Team News

Conor Bradley and Joe Gomez have both been ruled out for Liverpool. Both stars are expected to return to action at the start of May.

Possible Lineup

Alisson (GK); T. Alexander-Arnold, I. Konate, V. van Dijk, A. Robertson, R. Gravenberch, A. Mac Allister, M. Salah, D. Szoboszlai, L. Diaz, D. Jota

PSG vs. Liverpool Picks

This is a tie that could go in either direction. However, it is easy to argue that PSG are much better prepared for a run in the Champions League this season than they have been in previous campaigns.

The Parisians have been in excellent attacking form across recent weeks, and a major statement could be made with a home win over Liverpool on Wednesday.