PSG versus Newcastle United: Match prediction, predicted team news, line-up, result, head-to-head, venue, date, time, where to watch
PSG and Newcastle set to lock horns in one of the important fixtures in a bid to qualify for the next round of UEFA Champions League, as the Group of Death which also has AC Milan and Dortmund facing in an all-important clash, is set for a remarkable last two matchdays of group stage, with either team going in to the next round, with the other set for a painful exit.
A vital clash- with revenge on the back of mind?
UEFA Champions League is considered to be one of the biggest competitions in club football, with all of Europe’s heavyweight clubs fighting for three points in every game. But, not in many years, does a Champions League group of death is wide open, with any side getting into next round, with two games remaining. Group F comprising some of the biggest names in Europe, with Serie A giants taking on German runners-up from last season Borussia Dortmund, and French champions taking on UCL returnees Newcastle United, who have taken European top flight with a storm after defeating Ligue 1 giants in the reverse fixture. Tonight, would be a clash to remember for the ages to come, as PSG would be locking horns with Eddie Howe’s Newcastle United, who have mane an interesting comeback at UEFA Champions League after a hiatus of more than two decades, having last played in 2003 when Alan Shearer used to wreak havoc for the Toons. In the reverse fixture at St. James Park, Newcastle have showed their resilience and exuberance when they unexpectedly registered a heroic 4-1 victory, with Almiron opening the score for Toons, followed by strikes from Burn, Longstaff and Schar. It would be a game to remember for Magpies’ fans, as they would rejoice that game in many years to come.
Today, at Parc des Princes, it would be PSG who would look to entangle Newcastle stars in their weave of magic, as they would be gearing up to unleash their vengeance, keeping the 1-4 score line in mind. The Ligue 1 winners are in their element at the domestic circuit, and would be coming on the back of an impressive 5-2 victory against AS Monaco. On the other hand, Newcastle would look to boost their chances of making it past first round, as they have failed to muster any point since their historic win in the reverse fixture. Coming on the back of a miraculous 4-1 win against struggling Chelsea, Toons would look to keep up their momentum in Europe, with several stars set to feature in the game.
PSG vs Newcastle United: Team News
With a crunch game on mind with qualification at stake for both sides, Luis Enrique and Eddie Howe would be looking to make amends from their previous fixtures, thus strengthening the squads to be featured on the starting eleven. But injuries might force them to make several modifications, which might be acting as a boost for both sides.
For the hosts PSG, they would be without the services of seasoned veteran Marquinhos, who would be on the sidelines owing to a hamstring injury. 17-year old midfield metronome Warren Zaire-Emery, who made his debut on France’s historic 14-0 victory over Gibraltar and scored within 15 minutes of his start, would remain on the sidelines due to his ankle injury. Kimpembe would be eager to make his return, as Kolo Muani would be facing stiff competition from Goncalo Ramos, who would field alongside Mbappe and Dembele.
As for Newcastle, Eddie Howe would be without the services of 14 first-team players, as his injury concerns show no signs of easing, Joe Willock remained on the sidelines in Newcastle’s victory against Chelsea. Along with Willock, long serving members of the Toons Sean Longstaff, Dan Burn and Harvey Barnes have not travelled either. Swedish star Alexander Isak’s return was a boost for Eddie Howe and is expected to make a start against PSG too.
PSG vs Newcastle United: predicted line-ups
PSG: Donnarumma; Hakimi, Skriniar, Hernandez, Mukiele; Ruiz, Ugarte, Vitinha; Dembele, Kolo Muani, Mbappe
Newcastle United: Pope; Trippier, Lascelles, Schar, Hall; Longstaff, Guimaraes, Joelinton; Almiron, Gordon; Isak
PSG vs Newcastle United: predicted result
PSG 3-2 Newcastle United
PSG vs Newcastle United: head-to-head
PSG victories: 0
Newcastle United victories: 1
Draws: 0
Last game: Newcastle United 4-1 PSG (St. James Park)
PSG vs Newcastle United: Venue, Date, Time, Where to Watch
Venue: Parc Des Princes, Paris
Date: 29th November, 2023
Time: 01:30 AM (Indian Standard Time)
Where to Watch: Sony Sports network
