The highly anticipated UEFA Champions League Quarter-Final first leg between PSG vs Liverpool is scheduled for Tuesday, April 7, 2026, at 21:00 CET (3:00 PM ET). The match will be played at the Parc des Princes in Paris, France. The return leg is set for April 14 at Anfield.
This is one of the most mouth-watering ties of the quarter-finals, pitting two attacking powerhouses against each other in what promises to be a high-scoring, end-to-end contest.
PSG vs Liverpool – Match Details, Date, Time, Predictions, Lineups & More
Match Preview
PSG enter as Ligue 1 leaders and Champions League title holders, with a formidable home record at the Parc des Princes. Liverpool, under Arne Slot, have been one of the most consistent teams in Europe this season and will look to take a strong result back to Anfield.
Both teams play with high intensity and attacking intent, so expect a thrilling, open game with plenty of goalmouth action.
Team News and Analysis
PSG
PSG come into this game as the defending Champions League holders and current Ligue 1 leaders, which gives them a strong platform heading into a huge first leg at home.
UEFA’s match preview also notes that Paris have already knocked out Monaco and Chelsea on their way to the quarter-finals, while their recent European run against English clubs has been particularly strong.
Their biggest strengths are their pace in attack, technical quality in midfield, and ability to hurt opponents in transition. UEFA’s possible lineup points to a front three of Désiré Doué, Ousmane Dembélé, and Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, with Achraf Hakimi, Vitinha, and João Neves giving them balance behind the attack. That shape makes PSG dangerous both when they press high and when they counter quickly.
Liverpool
Liverpool arrive with strong European numbers of their own. The club’s official stats preview says the Reds have won 15 of their last 20 away Champions League matches, and none of their last 31 Champions League games have ended in a draw. Liverpool also finished third in the league phase and moved past Galatasaray in the last 16.
Arne Slot’s side have plenty of quality in key areas, with Mohamed Salah, Dominik Szoboszlai, Alexis Mac Allister, Virgil van Dijk, and Hugo Ekitiké all central to their chances.
Liverpool’s likely approach is to stay compact, play through midfield quickly, and look for Salah’s movement plus Ekitiké’s link-up play to stretch PSG’s back line. That tactical note is an inference based on UEFA’s projected lineup and Liverpool’s official stats.
Head-to-Head Record
Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) and Liverpool have an evenly matched head-to-head history, with each side winning 3 games out of 6 official encounters. Interestingly, neither team has ever managed to draw against the other.
| Category | PSG | Liverpool |
|---|---|---|
| Total Wins | 3 | 3 |
| Draws | 0 | 0 |
| Total Goals | 8 | 12 |
| Last Meeting | March 2025 | March 2025 |
PSG vs Liverpool UEFA Champions League Final Starting XI
- PSG Possible Starting XI Prediction: (4-3-3)
- Goalkeeper: Matvey Safonov
- Defenders: Achraf Hakimi, Marquinhos (C), Willian Pacho, Nuno Mendes
- Midfielders: Warren Zaïre-Emery, Vitinha, João Neves
- Forwards: Désiré Doué, Ousmane Dembélé, Khvicha Kvaratskhelia
- Unavailable: Bradley Barcola (Ankle), Fabián Ruiz (Knee), Senny Mayulu (Calf)
- Liverpool Possible Starting XI Prediction: (3-5-2)
- Goalkeeper: Giorgi Mamardashvili
- Defenders: Jeremie Frimpong, Ibrahima Konaté, Virgil van Dijk, Milos Kerkez
- Midfielders: Ryan Gravenberch, Alexis Mac Allister
- Attacking Midfielders: Mohamed Salah, Dominik Szoboszlai, Florian Wirtz
- Forward: Hugo Ekitiké
- Unavailable: Alisson Becker (Hamstring), Conor Bradley (Knee), Wataru Endo (Foot)
Key Players to Watch
- PSG: Ousmane Dembélé (pace and dribbling) and Vitinha (midfield control), João Neves & Vitinha.
- Liverpool: Mohamed Salah (ever-dangerous) and Dominik Szoboszlai (dynamic midfielder), Florian Wirtz, Hugo Ekitiké, and Virgil van Dijk.
Match Prediction
This is expected to be a very open and high-quality tie. Both teams have the attacking quality to score multiple goals.
PSG’s home advantage may give them a slight edge, but Liverpool’s counter-attacking threat makes a draw the most likely outcome in the first leg.
- PSG 2-2 Liverpool
Where to Watch PSG vs Liverpool
- USA: Live on ESPN and ESPN+ (3:00 PM ET kick-off).
- UK: TNT Sports.
- Global: UEFA.tv or DAZN in select regions.
Highlights will be available shortly after full time on UEFA’s official platforms and club channels.
This quarter-final tie is poised to be one of the most entertaining of the round. Let me know if you want predicted goalscorers or a deeper tactical breakdown!
| Region | TV Channel | Live Stream |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | TNT Sports 1 | discovery+, HBO Max |
| United States | CBS Sports Network | Paramount+, ViX |
| Australia | — | Stan Sport |
| Canada | — | DAZN |
