PSG’s probable starting XI for the Champions League final
With Saturday’s Champions League final just days away, the Paris Saint-Germain coaching staff faces a crucial lineup puzzle. The biggest talking point revolves around Achraf Hakimi—will he start, or will Luis Enrique opt for an alternative?
Safonov is expected to occupy the goalkeeper’s spot, having claimed the position from Lucas Chevalier mid-season. Behind him, Nuno Mendes looks set to start at left-back, reinforcing his status as a key figure in the team’s defensive structure.
The defensive pairing is likely to be Marquinhos and Willian Pacho, providing stability and experience in central defense. On the right flank, the spotlight will be on Hakimi, whose return from injury could determine his starting role over Warren Zaïre-Emery.
Midfield and attack decisions
The midfield trio of João Neves, Vitinha, and Fabián Ruiz is expected to start, offering a balanced blend of control, creativity, and defensive cover. Up front, Ousmane Dembélé is set to lead the attack, despite earlier concerns over his fitness. His presence on the right wing alongside Khvicha Kvaratskhelia on the left will provide PSG with attacking firepower.
In a surprising twist, Désiré Doué is tipped to start ahead of Bradley Barcola and Gonçalo Ramos, adding an extra dimension to the team’s offensive play.
The most likely starting lineup for PSG in the final is: Safonov; Hakimi, Marquinhos, Pacho, Mendès; Neves, Vitinha, Ruiz; Doué, Dembélé, Kvaratskhelia.