PSG and Liverpool face off in one of the most thrilling matchups of the Champions League Round of 16. It’s a reunion after 8 years in Europe’s premier club competition. In the 2018/19 season, the two teams were in the same group, each winning their respective home matches
PSG vs Liverpool Clash Of Giants in Champions League – Match Preview and Betting Suggestions
Paris Saint-Germain is in sensational form, and it seems like nothing can stop the French champions. They are on a 22-match unbeaten streak across all competitions. Their only loss this year came in a narrow 1-0 defeat to Bayern Munich, and since then, their only draw was a 1-1 against Reims.
The Parisians have been unbeatable, with victories piling up regardless of the competition. PSG has arguably been the most in-form team in Europe, especially considering their recent performances in 2025.
Luis Enrique’s team, which was outside the playoff spots before the final two group-stage games, has come alive, crushing opponents left and right. After a 4-2 win over Manchester City and a 4-1 victory against VfB Stuttgart, PSG’s unstoppable momentum continued in the knockout stage with a 3-0 win over Brest away and a dominant 7-0 victory at home in the return leg. This remarkable form saw PSG score 21 goals and concede just 3 over five consecutive Champions League wins.
PSG: In Unstoppable Form
PSG hasn’t won six consecutive matches in the Champions League since the 1994/1995 season when coached by Luis Fernandez. In their last five games, they have scored at least three goals in each match. In their most recent league match, they defeated Lille 4-1, with four goals coming in the first half, before saving energy for the Liverpool clash.
Luis Enrique has no major injury concerns and can rotate his squad as needed. Marquinhos will play his 100th Champions League match, becoming the fourth Brazilian to reach that milestone, following Roberto Carlos, Dani Alves, and Thiago Silva.
Up front, PSG’s attacking trio of Kvaratskhelia, Barcola, and Dembele is in fantastic form. Dembele has scored 16 goals since the start of the year, and Barcola has 7 goals and 9 assists in 2025.
Liverpool: The English Challenge
Liverpool, unlike PSG, secured direct qualification to the knockout stages of the Champions League, finishing top of their group. The Reds were flawless in their first seven group-stage matches, winning every game. However, in the eighth match, manager Arne Slot rotated his squad, and Liverpool lost 3-2 to PSV Eindhoven.
Now, Liverpool faces its biggest challenge yet: taking on Europe’s most in-form team of 2025. The stats are not in their favor, as Slot’s side has lost their last three knockout-stage games in the Champions League, all to Real Madrid. Four of Liverpool’s last five defeats have been at the hands of the Spanish giants, with the fifth coming from a surprising 1-0 loss at home to Inter Milan after beating them 2-0 away.
Liverpool lacks in France winnings
Liverpool hasn’t won in France in their last five attempts, with their most recent success coming in 2008, when they beat Marseille 2-1 at the Stade Vélodrome. Slot, however, is unbeaten in his three encounters with French teams, registering two wins and one loss.
Liverpool’s attack is led by the exceptional Mohamed Salah, who has been a standout performer this season. The Egyptian has scored 3 goals and provided 4 assists in 7 Champions League matches. In the Premier League, he has 25 goals and 17 assists in 28 appearances. He will be joined in attack by Szoboszlai, Gakpo, and Luis Diaz.
The two teams met in the 2018/19 Champions League, with each winning on home soil. PSG triumphed 2-1 at the Parc des Princes, while Liverpool secured a 3-2 victory at Anfield.
PSG vs Liverpool Clash Betting Suggestions:
- PSG to Win: Given their recent form, PSG is the favorite win.
- Over 2.5 Goals: Both teams have been involved in high-scoring games recently, so a bet on over 2.5 goals is likely.
- Both Teams to Score: Liverpool’s attack is potent with Salah, and PSG’s offense is on fire.
- Mohamed Salah to Score Anytime: Salah has been the standout player for Liverpool, and he’s always a threat.