The stage is set in Udine, Italy, as UEFA Super Cup 2025 brings an electrifying clash between Champions League winners Paris Saint-Germain and Europa League champions Tottenham Hotspur. This one-off showdown at the Bluenergy Stadium is more than just an early-season curtain raiser — it’s a battle for European glory and bragging rights.
While PSG arrive as favorites with their galaxy of stars, Tottenham will be looking to spring another shock and lift their first-ever Super Cup trophy.
For Spurs, this marks a historic first appearance in the competition. Under new manager Thomas Frank, they’ll have to overcome injury setbacks and the absence of some big names. Yet, with fresh signings like Mohammed Kudus and João Palhinha starting in the XI, optimism runs high in the camp.
PSG, meanwhile, have their own drama — star goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma has been dropped, and new signing Lucas Chevalier will debut on the biggest of stages, as the Parisians aim to add another European title to their cabinet after a mammoth Champions League win last season.
Both sides know there will be no second chances — with no extra time and a straight penalty shootout if tied after 90 minutes, every pass, tackle, and shot will matter. It’s continental champions versus Europa League fighters — and the footballing world is ready for the fireworks.
Match Details
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- Venue: Bluenergy Stadium (Stadio Friuli), Udine, Italy
- Date: Wednesday, August 13, 2025
- Kick-off Time: 8:00 PM BST / 9:00 PM Local Time / 12:30 AM IST (August 14)
- Competition: UEFA Super Cup 2025 Final
UEFA Super Cup 2025 – PSG vs Tottenham Confirmed Starting XI
Tottenham Hotspur (4-2-3-1) confirmed starting XI:
- Starting XI: Vicario; Pedro Porro, Romero, Danso, Van de Ven, Spence; Bentancur, Palhinha; Kudus, Sarr; Richarlison.
- Substitutes: Kinsky, Austin, Davies, Vuskovic, Byfield, Gray, Bergvall, Odobert, Tel, Johnson, Solanke
Paris Saint-Germain (4-3-3) confirmed starting XI:
- Starting XI: Chevalier; Hakimi, Marquinhos, Pacho, Nuno Mendes; Zaïre-Emery, Vitinha, Doue; Barcola, Dembele, Kvaratskhelia.
- Substitutes: Safonov, Marin, Beraldo, Fabian Ruiz, Ramos, Lee, Hernandez, Kamara, Mbaye
Key Team News & Updates
Tottenham Changes & Debuts
- New Captain: Cristian Romero leads Spurs for the first time as official captain
- Competitive Debuts: Mohammed Kudus and João Palhinha make their first competitive appearances for the club
- Kevin Danso starts in place of Brennan Johnson from the last outing
- Thomas Frank’s Era Begins: First competitive match for the new head coach
PSG Major Changes
- Gianluigi Donnarumma DROPPED: The Italian goalkeeper has been left out of the squad amid contract disputes and potential exit
- Lucas Chevalier starts in goal – the new signing from Lille making his PSG debut
- João Neves suspended due to red card received in Club World Cup final against Chelsea
Key Absences
Tottenham
- James Maddison – ACL injury, long-term absence
- Dejan Kulusevski – Knee injury
- Radu Drăgușin – ACL injury
- Yves Bissouma – Left out for disciplinary reasons
- Son Heung-min – Transferred to LAFC
PSG
- Gianluigi Donnarumma – Dropped from squad
- João Neves – Suspended (red card)
- Senny Mayulu – Thigh injury
Live Streaming & TV Coverage
United Kingdom
- TV: TNT Sports 1 (coverage starts 7:30 PM BST)
- Streaming: TNT Sports app, Discovery Plus
United States
- TV: CBS Sports Network
- Streaming: Paramount+ (7-day free trial available)
- BBC
India
- TV: Sony Sports Network (Sony TEN 2)
- Streaming: SonyLIV app and website
Other Regions
- Ireland: RTÉ2 (Free-to-air)
- Canada: DAZN
- Australia: Stan Sport
Match Context & History
This historic clash marks Tottenham’s first-ever UEFA Super Cup appearance, while PSG last featured in 1996 when they lost to Juventus. The match pits Champions League winners PSG against Europa League champions Tottenham.
PSG enters as heavy favorites after their dominant Champions League triumph, defeating Inter Milan 5-0 in the final. However, they suffered a 3-0 defeat to Chelsea in the recent Club World Cup final.
Tottenham shocked many by winning the Europa League under Ange Postecoglou, defeating Manchester United 1-0 in the final. Despite their European success, Spurs endured a difficult Premier League campaign, finishing 17th.
What is the special in 2025 Super Cup Final?
The match represents a golden opportunity for both clubs to claim their first UEFA Super Cup trophy, with Thomas Frank looking to start his Tottenham tenure with silverware against Luis Enrique’s star-studded PSG side.
- Homecoming for Vicario: The Tottenham goalkeeper returns to Udine, where he grew up and came through the academy.
- 16-year-old Byfield: Academy defender Jun’ai Byfield is included in his first competitive senior squad
- No Extra Time: If the match ends in a draw, it will go straight to a penalty shootout
- Prize Money: Winners receive €5 million, runners-up get €4 million
