PSG vs Paris FC Preview, prediction, lineups, betting tips & odds | Coupe de France 2025-26

Two sides, just 44 metres apart, lock horns in second Paris derby in eight days

Parc des Princes in Paris gears up to host the French Cup Round of 32 fixture, where reigning French champions PSG take on Paris FC in the famous Paris derby.

The reigning European champions have found new rivals in the French capital, who are just 44 metres away, but light years behind Saint-Germain in terms of accolades and glory. The Paris derby reignited recently after a 48-year hiatus, following Paris FC’s promotion to Ligue 1.

Paris FC, who will be eyeing their first win against their Parisian opponents, PSG, will leave no stone unturned to rewrite a new chapter in the Paris derby. They are positioned 15th, and their last win in the French top flight came two months ago against Monaco.

Kick-off:

• Location: Paris, France
• Stadium: Parc des Princes Stadium
• Date: Tuesday, January 13
• Kick-off Time: 1:40 a.m. IST
• Referee: TBD
• VAR: In use

Players to Watch

Fabian Ruiz (PSG)

The Spanish international has plied his trade with Betis and Napoli before making a move to the French capital in 2022. Since then, he has won multiple accolades with PSG and has been dominating their midfield with his exceptional tactical intelligence. In 12 games, he has scored once and given 2 assists.

Otavio (Paris FC)

One of the most valuable players in the Paris FC squad, the Brazilian centre back will be tasked with the responsibility of keeping PSG strikers quiet tonight. He has previously rendered his services to Famalicao and Porto before signing for Paris FC in 2025.

Match Facts

• Carlos Bianchi from PSG is the leading goalscorer in this fixture.
• Paris Saint-Germain won the last encounter when these two sides met recently
• The two sides previously met back in 1978, when both games ended in a draw

PSG vs Paris FC: Betting Tips and Odds

• The home team to win – 1/5 with bet365
• Ousmane Dembele to score first – 4/7 with bet365
• PSG 3-1 Paris FC – 9/1 with bet365

Injury and Team News

Paris Saint-Germain will miss the presence of Kang in Lee and Quentin Ndjantou. Hakimi and Ilyes Housni are out due to AFCON.

Pierre Les Melou and Pierre Yves Hamel from Paris FC will miss the next game.

Head-to-Head

Total matches: 3

Paris SG won: 1

Paris FC won: 0

Draws: 2

Predicted Lineups

PSG predicted lineup (4-3-3)

Chevalier (GK); Zaire Emery, Zabarnyi, Pacho, Mendes; Neves, Vitinha, Ruiz; Doue, Dembele, Mayulu

Paris FC predicted lineup (5-4-1)

Trapp (GK); Sangui, Mbow, Koldoziejczak, Otavio, De Smet; Gory, Lopez, Camara, Ikone; Geubbels

Match Prediction

We expect good competition from Paris FC, but given the significant difference in squad strength, we anticipate PSG to clinch a comfortable win.

Prediction: PSG 3-1 Paris FC

Telecast Details

All French Cup games will be telecast on DAZN.

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