Paris Saint-Germain will begin their latest trophy hunt on Sunday when they face Lens in the Trophee des Champions at Stade Bollaert-Delelis.
PSG enter the contest as reigning Ligue 1 and Champions League champions after securing a fifth consecutive French league title last season. Luis Enrique’s side also lifted the UEFA Super Cup on Wednesday, beating Aston Villa 2-1, and could claim another piece of silverware within days.
The Parisians are targeting a fifth straight Trophee des Champions triumph and a record-extending 15th title overall. They have also dominated recent meetings with Lens, winning their last eight competitive encounters.
Lens, meanwhile, will be hoping home advantage can inspire an upset. They enjoyed an outstanding domestic campaign last season, finishing second in Ligue 1 while winning their first-ever Coupe de France.
Team News
Lens could be without Jhoanner Chavez, Nidal Celik, Samson Baidoo and Jonathan Gradit due to various injuries. Thorgan Hazard could feature after joining the club in July, while Saud Abdulhamid is also expected to be involved.
PSG have welcomed Achraf Hakimi back into action following the Champions League final. New signing Maghnes Akliouche could feature again, while Lucas Digne is in contention for his debut. Khvicha Kvaratskhelia and Desire Doue scored in the UEFA Super Cup victory and are expected to remain key attacking options.
Possible Lineups
Lens possible starting lineup:
Risser; Antonio, Ganiou, Nawrocki; Abdulhamid, Bulatovic, Haidara, Hazard; Thuavin, Ivanovic; Edouard
Paris Saint-Germain possible starting lineup:
Safonov; Hakimi, Beraldo, Zabarnyi, Digne; Neves, Vitinha, Zaire-Emery; Doue, Dembele, Kvaratskhelia
How to Watch
| Platform | Details |
|---|---|
| TV Broadcast | beIN SPORTS |
| Live Stream | dstv stream |
| Kick-off Time | 19:45(WAT) |
Match Prediction
Softfootball predicts Lens 1-2 Paris Saint-Germain.
