LIVE | UEFA Champions League Knockout Round Play-offs (Second Leg) February 25, 2026, Paris, FranceAs Paris Saint-Germain hosts AS Monaco for a pivotal second leg of their UEFA Champions League knockout round play-off, the Parc des Princes is a hive of activity.
Kickoff is just a few minutes away at 21:00 CET (20:00 GMT/21:00 WAT), and PSG enters the match with a narrow 3-2 aggregate lead following an exciting first leg in the Principality.PRE-KICK-OFF LIVE AGGREGATE SITUATIONMonaco 0–0 Paris Saint-GermainPSG leads 3–2 overall.PRE-MATCH DEVELOPMENT (LIVE)
The first leg at Stade Louis II last week was quite dramatic. Through Folarin Balogun, Monaco jumped off to a 2-0 lead, but PSG pulled off a spectacular comeback. PSG won the match 3–2 on the road thanks to goals from Achraf Hakimi and a brace from Désiré Doué.That result means PSG qualify with a win or a draw tonight. However, in order to force extra time against a formidable PSG team away from home, Monaco must score at least two goals without a response.FORM & TEAM NEWSWith an undefeated home record in Europe this season, PSG comes with a lot of confidence. Since the first whistle, their offense and midfield have been playing with the inventiveness, speed, and control that are expected. Despite Ousmane Dembélé’s calf injury, the squad’s depth is still a significant advantage.Monaco is under pressure after giving up their lead in the first leg. They will use fast transitions and clinical finishing to launch an aggressive onslaught. Focusing on defense will be essential because giving up early might virtually finish the game.ANTICIPATED LINEUPSPSG (4-3-3 anticipated): Safonov; Doué, Ramos, Kvaratskhelia/Barcola; Vitinha, Neves, Zaïre-Emery; Hakimi, Marquinhos, Pacho, Mendes.Monaco (likely 4-3-3):
Ben Yedder, Balogun, Pavlidis, Trubin; Vanderson, Salisu, Kehrer, Ouattara; Camara, Zakaria, Golovin.ESSENTIAL BATTLES TO WATCH (LIVE)
• How quickly PSG breaks through may depend on how creative their left wing is compared against Monaco’s right flank.
• Midfield control: Monaco’s chances of a comeback diminish if PSG controls the ball
.• Defensive duels: PSG’s back line is calm and disciplined, but Monaco needs early goals.ATMOSPHERE & STAKEPSG is aware that a composed, controlled performance advances them to the Round of 16 and maintains their chances of winning the Champions League title.
Monaco must strike a balance between aggression and prudence because going overboard could lead to lethal counterattacks.The stadium is packed, and supporters are counting on PSG to win at home.
As the last seconds of the kickoff countdown approach, social media is already a flurry of activity.
Can Monaco pull off a historic comeback, or will PSG close the door?Kickoff will happen shortly 🔥⚽
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