FRENCH champions Paris Saint-Germain return to action as they face St Etienne for the Coupe de France trophy.
The game this evening is the first competitive match played on French soil since the coronavirus shutdown way back in March – and PSG are looking to win this tournament for a record 13th time.
This will be both clubs first competitive match since March. Photo Credit: Bertrand GUAY / AFP
Most other French teams will have to wait until August 22 before returning to action, while PSG have already proven that they’re ready to get back to winning ways.
They were extremely impressive in friendlies against Le Havre and Celtic, thrashing both sides by an aggregate of 13-0.
Saint-Etienne have won the cup twelve times Photo credit: AFP/Getty Images
What time does PSG vs Saint-Etienne kick off?
- Kick off is at 8.05pm BST, which is 9pm local time
- PSG have already been confirmed as Ligue 1 Champions and are in with the chance of winning the quadruple this season – Ligue 1 title, Coupe De France, Champions League.
What TV channel is it on and can I live stream it?
- The game will be live on BT Sport 1.
- On Sky tune into channel 413 for live coverage which is due to begin at 7.30pm BST
How do I watch PSG vs Saint-Etienne for free?
- EE customers can get a FREE three-month BT Sport app trial by texting SPORT to 150.
- Customers can then cancel at any time.
What is the team news?
Thomas Tuchel is unlikely to make changes from the team that player Celtic earlier in the week.
Thiago Silva is expected to line up in defence, with Layvin Kurzawa likely to replace Mitchel Bakker as left-back.
Neymar and Mbappe could partner Mauro Icardi in a forward three with Angel Di Maria in midfield.
Saint-Etienne will be without William Saliba, who returned to parent club Arsenal after his loan spell ended.
Timothee Kolodziejczak could move into central defence with Gabriel Silva on the left.
Latest odds
- PSG to win – 1/10
- Draw – 15/2
- Saint-Etienne to win – 22/1
- Both teams to score – 1/1
*All odds from Ladbrokes correct at time of publication
Source: Soccer - thesun.co.uk
