Preview: PSG vs Chelsea Prediction, lineups, betting tips & odds | UEFA Champions League 2025-26 Round of 16 first leg

The previous confrontation between these clubs was dominated by the Blues.

Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) are all set to go head-to-head against Chelsea FC for their first leg round of 16 contest of the 2025-26 UEFA Champions League. Parc des Princes will witness this high-voltage clash.

The Luis Enrique-led side will be at home, but it is not going to make things any easier for them. They have lacked consistency in their recent performances.

The upcoming game is going to be a tough one for them. Paris Saint-Germain were completely outplayed by the Blues in the FIFA Club World Cup final.

They will not be looking to repeat the same mistakes here. The Parisians will be out for revenge now.

Back at work. 👊 pic.twitter.com/6sdZ90HT5Q

— Paris Saint-Germain (@PSG_English) March 7, 2026

Chelsea have secured back-to-back wins in their last two matches and will be looking to extend their winning run. Despite being away from home, the Blues will be fully confident.

They will be eager to outplay PSG once again. It is not going to be an easy fixture for them, but they will be keen to come up with a strong fight.

Kick-off:

• Location: Paris, France
• Stadium: Parc des Princes
• Date: Thursday, March 12
• Kick-off Time: 01:30 a.m. IST (Wednesday, Mar 11; 08:00 p.m. GMT/ 03:00 p.m. ET/ 12:00 p.m. PT)
• Referee: Alejandro Hernandez
• VAR: In use

Form:

PSG: W-W-D-W-L

Chelsea: W-D-L-W-W

Players to Watch

Bradley Barcola (PSG)

The 23-year-old can play in multiple positions in the attacking front for Paris Saint-Germain. He has scored a goal in the last two games for his side and will be ready to help his side once again. Bradley Barcola is in decent form at the moment and is going to be a constant threat to the opponent’s defence.

João Pedro (Chelsea)

João Pedro has performed well in the last two games for Chelsea, and he will be eager to keep his form going. He scored a hat-trick in the previous Premier League match for his side and was one of the goal scorers for the Blues in their FA Cup win against Wrexham as well. The 24-year-old will lead the visitors in the attacking front, causing problems for the Parisians.

Joao finds the net. 🇧🇷#CFC | #EmiratesFACup pic.twitter.com/NwpbX8Jozt

— Chelsea FC (@ChelseaFC) March 8, 2026

Match Facts

• Paris Saint-Germain have only won one of their last three games.
• Chelsea are on a two-match winning streak.
• Two of the last three fixtures between these sides have ended in favour of the Parisians.

PSG vs Chelsea: Betting Tips and Odds

• Paris Saint-Germain to win @10/11 Star Sports
• Goals over 3.5 @31/20 BetMGM
• Bradley Barcola to score @9/4 SkyBet

Injury and Team News

Joao Neves, Fabian Ruiz and Quentin Ndjantou are not going to be in action for Paris Saint-Germain. They are injured. Ousmane Dembele is back in training and might even come in as a substitute to help his side.

Chelsea will miss out on the services of Levi Colwill. He is injured. Estevao and Jamie Gittens are likely to sit out due to their fitness issues.

Head-to-Head

Total matches: 9

PSG won: 3

Chelsea won: 3

Draws: 3

Predicted Lineups

PSG predicted lineup (4-3-3)

Safonov (GK); Hakimi, Marquinhos, Pacho, Mendes; Zaire-Emery, Vitinha, Fernández; Doué, Barcola, Kvaratskhelia

Chelsea predicted lineup (4-3-3)

Sánchez (GK); Gusto, Fofana, Chalobah, Cucurella; James, Caicedo, Fernández; Palmer, João Pedro, Neto

Match Prediction

The hosts will be gunning for a win and the Blues will be putting up a strong fight. Paris Saint-Germain are likely to come out on top to defeat Chelsea FC in their upcoming round of 16 encounter of the UEFA Champions League.

Prediction: PSG 3-2 Chelsea

Telecast Details

India: SonyLIV, Sony Sports Network

UK: TNT Sports, BBC

US: Paramount+, TUDN

Nigeria: DAZN

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