The Brest vs PSG knockout clash is played at a neutral venue, reducing Brest’s home advantage.
The UEFA Champions League knockout playoff round kicks off with an all-French encounter as Ligue 1 giants Paris Saint-Germain take on surprise contenders Stade Brest. The match is set to take place on Tuesday, February 11, 2025, at a neutral venue due to Brest’s stadium not meeting UEFA standards.
Despite being underdogs, Brest have defied expectations this season. However, they face an uphill battle against PSG, who are eager to continue their dominance in both domestic and European competitions.
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Brest vs PSG: Team News and Lineups
Brest Team News: Defensive Concerns
Stade Brest’s incredible journey continues, but they face defensive challenges ahead of this crucial fixture. Left-back Massadio Haidara has returned to fitness, but Jordan Amavi and Bradley Locko remain sidelined due to injuries. This could leave them vulnerable against PSG’s attacking firepower.
Predicted Brest XI (4-3-3):
Bizot; Lala, Chardonnet, Ndiaye, Haidara; Camara, Lees-Melou, Magnetti; Faivre, Ajorque, Sima
Unavailable: Amavi (Injured), Locko (Injured)
Doubtful: Martin (Injured)
PSG Team News: Kvaratskhelia Set for UCL Debut
Paris Saint-Germain have been in strong form, with new signing Khvicha Kvaratskhelia set to make his Champions League debut for the club. However, they will be without midfield prodigy Warren Zaïre-Emery, who is ruled out due to injury.
Predicted PSG XI (4-3-3):
Donnarumma; Neves, Marquinhos, Pacho, Mendes; Doue, Vitinha, Ruiz; Barcola, Dembélé, Kvaratskhelia
Unavailable: Zaïre-Emery (Injured)
Brest vs PSG: Key Stats and Head-to-Head Record
- PSG are unbeaten in their last 30 competitive matches against Brest (W22 D8), with Brest’s last victory dating back to January 26, 1985.
- The two sides met twice in Ligue 1 this season, with PSG securing a 3-1 home win in September 2024 and a 5-2 away victory in February 2025.
- Brest have exceeded expectations in their debut UEFA Champions League campaign, winning four of their eight group-stage matches.
- PSG, semi-finalists last season, have won their last three Champions League matches, including a dramatic 4-2 comeback win over Manchester City.
- Ousmane Dembélé has been a nightmare for Brest this season, scoring five goals in two appearances against them.
Brest vs PSG: Match Prediction
This fixture is being played at a neutral venue, making it slightly harder for Brest to capitalize on home advantage. However, their recent form is commendable, having won 10 of their last 15 matches across all competitions.
PSG, on the other hand, have been relentless in Ligue 1 and have picked up momentum in Europe. With their superior squad depth and attacking options, Luis Enrique’s side are strong favorites to advance to the next round.
Prediction: PSG to win & Over 2.5 goals
Final Score Prediction: Brest 1-3 PSG
FAQs
❓ What time is Brest vs PSG match?
📌 The match kicks off at 9:00 PM CET on Tuesday, February 11, 2025.
❓ Where can I watch Brest vs PSG live?
📌 The game is available on beIN Sports, ESPN+, Canal+, and Amazon Prime Video.
