Paris Saint-Germain begin their Champions League defense on home soil in Gameweek 1 of the league phase, as they welcome Atalanta to the Parc des Princes.
This is just the second time these two clubs are facing off, with Atalanta’s relevancy burst under Gian Piero Gasperini thrusting them to Europe’s top table. La Dea came within minutes of stunning Thomas Tuchel’s PSG during their only meeting back in the 2019–20 single-leg quarterfinals.
Gasperini has since departed Bergamo after nine years in charge, joining Roma, and was replaced by a disciple in Ivan Jurić, who has struggled for success since working wonders with Hellas Verona between 2019 and 2021.
They’ve started the new season with two draws and a victory, but Wednesday’s clash will be their toughest test yet by a comfortable margin.
PSG’s Club World Cup ventures mean they’ve eased themselves into 2025–26, winning the Super Cup off the back of a very limited preseason, but Luis Enrique’s have shown signs of quickly re-establishing their majestic groove in recent outings. They’ve so far claimed maximum points in Ligue 1 after four games.
Here is guide to the game.
