PSG expected to field a full-strength squad against Tottenham in the UEFA Super Cup final, João Neves suspended
Paris Saint-Germain will go into Wednesday’s UEFA Super Cup final against Tottenham at full strength, with Ousmane Dembélé leading the attack. The reigning Champions League winners, managed by Luis Enrique, are aiming to lift the trophy for the first time since Qatar Sports Investments took control of the club.
Key Absence in Midfield
While Enrique will have most of his squad available, influential midfielder João Neves will miss the clash due to suspension. The Portuguese international was sent off in the Club World Cup final against Chelsea and must serve his ban during the European curtain-raiser.
In his absence, PSG are expected to start Lucas Chevalier in goal; Achraf Hakimi, Marquinhos, Willian Pacho, and Nuno Mendes in defense; Vitinha, Fabián Ruiz, and Warren Zaïre-Emery in midfield; Désiré Doué, Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, and Dembélé in the front three.
Historical Context
The Champions League winners have not lost to the Europa League champions in the Super Cup since 2018, when Atlético Madrid defeated Real Madrid 4-2. That match saw Diego Costa score twice, while Saúl Ñíguez now with Flamengo also found the net.
Match Details and Broadcast
The final will be played on Wednesday, August 13, with coverage in Brazil beginning at 14:30 on TNT Sports and HBO Max. Kickoff is scheduled for 16:00 local time.
Both PSG and Tottenham see the Super Cup as more than a ceremonial fixture, with the result serving as a benchmark for their ambitions in the upcoming European season.
