PSG Faces Liverpool in Champions League Matchup Tonight

PARIS, France — Paris Saint-Germain will host Liverpool in a highly anticipated first leg of the UEFA Champions League Round of 16 on March 5, 2025, at the Parc des Princes in Paris. Both teams are aiming for a strong performance to gain an advantage ahead of the return leg.

The match is set to start at 11:00 PM local time in Saudi Arabia, 10:00 PM in Cairo, and 8:00 PM GMT. Referee Davide Massa will oversee the game with support from an Italian officiating crew.

This contest remains crucial as both Paris Saint-Germain and Liverpool have identical records in their prior encounters, with each team securing two victories. Liverpool enters the match with a stellar performance in the group stage, finishing at the top with 21 points, while PSG sits at 15th with only 13 points this campaign.

“Both teams have shown great resilience, and we expect nothing less than an intense match,” said a spokesperson from PSG.

Currently, Liverpool leads the English Premier League with 67 points, showcasing their strong domestic form, while PSG tops the French Ligue 1 with 62 points, holding a 13-point lead over Marseille.

The match will be broadcast live on beIN Sports, specifically on channel beIN Sports HD 1, with commentary provided by Hassan Al Aidrus. Fans can also follow the action online via beIN Sports’ digital platforms.

Each team is expected to field a strong lineup, with PSG likely starting Gianluigi Donnarumma in goal and featuring defenders Achraf Hakimi, Presnel Kimpembe, Lucas Hernandez, and Nuno Mendes. The midfield may include Warren Zaire-Emery, Fabián Ruiz, and Vitinha, while their attacking trio could consist of Ousmane Dembélé, Marco Verratti, and Gonçalo Ramos.

Meanwhile, Liverpool will likely lineup with Alisson in goal, a defense that includes Trent Alexander-Arnold, Virgil van Dijk, Ibrahima Konaté, and Andrew Robertson. The midfield consists of Ryan Gravenberch, Alexis Mac Allister, and Curtis Jones, with the attacking front featuring Mohamed Salah, Luis Díaz, and Cody Gakpo.

As the teams prepare for this pivotal match, fans are eager to see which club will take the lead in their quest for the prestigious Champions League title.