PSG are launching their Champions League campaign in a completely new format. Luis Enrique’s men begin their European journey against Girona on Wednesday, September 18 (9 p.m.). As every year, the Champions League remains a major objective for the Parisian leaders. A victory against Girona, a novice at this level, would allow the capital club to ideally launch its European season.
Ousmane Dembélé as leader of the attack. Without Kylian Mbappé, the Parisians are looking for a new offensive asset. If Bradley Barcola has already made an impression at the start of the season, Ousmane Dembélé seems ready to take on more responsibilities, particularly in front of goal. Already a scorer with the French team, the 27-year-old winger is coming off a double against Brest in Ligue 1 last weekend.
A stripped Girona team this summer. The Catalans, who were top of La Liga for a long time last season, finally finished third behind Real Madrid and FC Barcelona. However, their off-season was eventful. As a satellite club of Manchester City, Girona saw Savinho transferred to England. Eric Garcia returned to Barça after his loan, while Aleix Garcia joined Bayer Leverkusen. Ukrainian Artem Dovbyk, the top scorer in the Spanish league, signed for AS Roma.
An unprecedented confrontation. Girona is making its Champions League debut at the Parc des Princes. The Spanish team has never played a C1 match, nor participated in any other European competition. This match between PSG and the Catalan club is therefore a first.