Match of matchday 8 of the group stage of the 2025/26 Champions League between Paris Saint-Germain (France) and Newcastle United (England) will take place on 28 January at Parc des Princes stadium in Paris. Paris Saint-Germain vs Newcastle United: prediction, betting odds and statistics.
Paris Saint-Germain
Paris Saint-Germain played their last two Champions League matches away, sharing the points with Athletic Club (0:0) and losing in the previous round to Sporting CP (1:2). It should be noted that the team failed to win in two consecutive matches in this competition for the first time since the start of autumn 2024. It is also worth adding that the team kept a clean sheet in only one of its last six Champions League matches. In total the team conceded 10 goals, which is the worst figure among the top eight representatives. A victory in the final round practically guarantees Paris Saint-Germain a place in the top eight, while dropping points could send the team to the play-off zone.
- Both teams scored in 5 of Paris Saint-Germain's last 6 Champions League games.
- The team has avoided defeat in 8 of its previous 10 matches in this competition (7 wins, 1 draw).
- In 5 of the last 6 home Champions League matches Paris Saint-Germain scored at least twice.
Potential Paris Saint-Germain Lineup (4-3-3)
Paris Saint-Germain: Luka Chevalier – Ilya Zabarnyi, Marquinhos, Nuno Mendes, William Pacho – Sanni Meyulu, Vitinha, Warren Zaire-Emery – Desire Doué, Ousmane Dembélé, Khvicha Kvaratskhelia.
Fabian Ruiz and Lee Kang-in are out due to injury. Goalkeeper Matvei Safonov has recovered from injury and was included in the matchday squad. The squad was strengthened by midfielder Dro Fernandez, who can only be registered starting from the play-off stage.
Newcastle United
Victory in the last round over PSV (3:0) was the team's fourth in the 2025/26 Champions League. It is worth noting that all of the English side's wins were clean sheets. By number of clean sheets Newcastle United is behind only Tottenham and Arsenal (5 matches each), and by total goals conceded (6) they trail only the tournament leader. At the same time the attack is in excellent order: the goalscoring run in the Champions League stands at 9 matches. Having collected 13 points, Newcastle United have secured at least a place in the play-offs, and a win in the upcoming match will very likely book a top-8 spot.
- The visitors scored at least twice in 5 of their last 6 Champions League matches.
- A goal in both halves occurred in Newcastle United's last 6 matches in this competition.
- In away Champions League fixtures the team failed to win in 5 of their previous 6 matches (3 draws, 2 defeats).
Potential Newcastle United Lineup (4-3-3)
Newcastle United: Nick Pope – Lewis Hall, Kieran Trippier, Sven Botman, Malik Tiaw – Jacob Ramsey, Lewis Miley, Sandro Tonali – Nick Woltemade, Anthony Gordon, Harvey Barnes.
The match will be missed due to injury by forward Jacob Murphy, defenders Jamal Lascelles, Fabian Schär, Valentino Livramento, Emil Krafth, and midfielder Joelinton.
Referee
Slavko Vincic (Slovenia)
Matches – 9 (International matches, 2025/26);
Yellow/Red Cards Shown (Including Second Yellows) – 19;
Average Yellow Cards Per Match – 2.1;
Red Cards Shown – 1;
Fouls Average Per Match – 25;
Penalties – 33%.
Paris Saint-Germain vs Newcastle United: Match Prediction
The away tour was unsuccessful for Paris Saint-Germain, but the team still presents a formidable force on its own turf. At home Paris Saint-Germain have won 6 of their last 8 Champions League matches, losing in that stretch to Bayern Munich and Liverpool. We are confident Paris Saint-Germain will make every effort to secure a place in the top eight. However Newcastle United have forced respect, so it will not be easy for the home side. Additionally, Newcastle United took points from Paris Saint-Germain in both meetings of the 2023/24 season (1 win, 1 draw). Not in the visitors' favor is a heavy schedule: the Champions League game comes amid tough domestic fixtures, including clashes with Aston Villa and Liverpool.
Both teams have performed very well in attack. Paris Saint-Germain are among the top three for scoring, and Newcastle United have only slightly fewer goals. At the same time Paris Saint-Germain's defence lacks reliability, while Newcastle United have played three of their four clean sheets at home. On the road the club conceded in 4 of their last 5 Champions League away matches.
Considering that a draw is unlikely to suit either side, both will look to push forward. We will also add that Newcastle United failed to win in 8 of 9 away matches against French clubs in European competition (3 draws, 5 defeats).
Prediction: Paris Saint-Germain Not To Lose And Over 2.5 Goals