PSG vs Atalanta Live, Preview, Lineup & Telecast Details | UEFA Champions League 2025-26

PSG vs Atalanta Match Overview

Paris Saint-Germain (PSG), fresh off their historic 2024-25 season where they lifted the UEFA Champions League for the first time, begin their defence of the title in Group Stage action against Italy’s Atalanta. This match at the Parc des Princes is not just about points — for PSG it marks the moment to prove last season was no fluke. For Atalanta, now led by Ivan Jurić, it’s a test of their ability to challenge top-class opponents on European nights.

PSG enter the game with a degree of concern: key forwards Ousmane Dembélé and Désiré Doué are unavailable due to hamstring and calf injuries respectively. In addition, Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, Lucas Beraldo, and Kang-in Lee picked up knocks recently — Beraldo in particular with a sprained ankle.

Atalanta too have their injury and squad issues. Their striker Gianluca Scamacca remains sidelined, as does midfielder Éderson, while Sead Kolašinac and Mitchell Bakker are also unavailable long-term. Despite that, players like Charles De Ketelaere and Nicola Zalewski have shown promising form. This match promises to be a tactical affair, with PSG attempting to dominate possession and Atalanta relying on transitions and defensive organization.

PSG vs Atalanta Match Timing

• Paris (Central Europe): 21:00 CEST, 17 September 2025
• United Kingdom: 20:00 BST
• United States (Eastern Time): 15:00 ET
• India (IST): ~1:30 AM IST, 18 September 2025

The match will take place at PSG’s home ground, the Parc des Princes in Paris. Referee and VAR officials have been announced: Sandro Schärer (Switzerland) will be referee, with Bastian Dankert (Germany) as VAR.

PSG vs Atalanta Head-to-Head Records

• The two sides have met only once previously in competitive play: PSG beat Atalanta 2-1 in the 2019-20 Champions League.
• There have been no draws in official competition between them before this match.
• With limited meetings, PSG carry the psychological edge, but Atalanta will see this as chance for a breakthrough.

Players to Watch

• Bradley Barcola (PSG): In form and likely to take on extra attacking burden with absences up front.
• Gonçalo Ramos (PSG): Poacher-type forward who could benefit from Barcola drawing attention.
• Khvicha Kvaratskhelia (PSG): Creative spark; his fitness could be pivotal.
• Charles De Ketelaere (Atalanta): Among Atalanta’s most dangerous, both for chance creation and goal scoring.
• Nicola Zalewski (Atalanta): Offers width, energy, and could be important in breaking PSG’s press.

PSG vs Atalanta Lineups

PSG (Probable)

• Formation: 4-3-3
• Goalkeeper: Lucas Chevalier
• Defenders: Achraf Hakimi, Marquinhos, Willian Pacho, Nuno Mendes
• Midfielders: João Neves, Vitinha, Fabián Ruiz
• Forwards: Bradley Barcola, Gonçalo Ramos, (Zaire-Emery or Kvaratskhelia if fit)

Atalanta (Probable)

• Likely formation: 3-4-2-1 or variant of 4-4-2 depending on tactics
• Goalkeeper: Marco Carnesecchi
• Defenders: Giorgio Scalvini, Isak Hien, Berat Djimsiti; wing-backs Bellanova and Nicola Zalewski
• Midfield: Marten de Roon, Mario Pašalić (plus other support)
• Attack: Charles De Ketelaere, Daniel Maldini, Nikola Krstović

PSG vs Atalanta Match Predictions

• Likely Result: PSG win by 1-2 goals.
• Scoreline Prediction: 2-1 to PSG (or 2-0 if Atalanta are kept quiet).
• Goalscorers: Barcola, Ramos for PSG; De Ketelaere for Atalanta.
• Other Predictions: Both teams to score; over 2.5 goals; Atalanta +1.25 (Asian handicap) could offer value.

PSG vs Atalanta Telecast Details

• USA: Paramount+ (streaming)
• UK: Likely Sky Sports / TNT Sports / discovery+ or equivalent Champions League carriers
• Canada & Mexico: DAZN / Amazon Prime / local rights holders
• Europe: Local broadcasters with rights for Champions League; streaming via club/league platforms where available
• Online Streaming: Via official UEFA partners, Paramount+, DAZN etc., depending on your region

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