PSG vs Newcastle United: When, Where, and Everything You Need to Know About the High-Voltage Clash in Paris

Two evenly matched teams, a razor-thin margin, and a top-eight spot on the line. In Paris, no one can afford a slip-up.

When and Where the Match Is Played

The match between Paris Saint-Germain and Newcastle United will be played this Wednesday, January 29, at 3:00 p.m. ET, at the Parc des Princes in the city of Paris, as part of Matchday 8 of the UEFA Champions League group stage, with Slovenian referee Slavko Vinčić in charge.

How Paris Saint-Germain Arrive

Paris Saint-Germain come into this round sitting sixth in the overall standings with 13 points, earned through four wins, one draw, and two losses. The outlook is positive, but far from settled. A defeat, combined with other results, could push the Parisians out of the top eight and force them into the dreaded play-in round.

Their most recent result raised alarms: a surprising away defeat to Sporting CP, a reminder that Luis Enrique’s side cannot afford to relax in the final stretch of the group stage.

Soccer Football - Ligue 1 - Paris St Germain v Stade Rennes - Parc des Princes, Paris, France - December 6, 2025 Paris St Germain's Ibrahim Mbaye celebrates scoring their fourth goal with teammates REUTERS/Benoit Tessier

How Newcastle United Arrive

Newcastle United’s situation is almost identical. The Magpies sit seventh in the table with the same 13 points and the same record: four wins, one draw, and two defeats. The margin is minimal, and any mistake could leave them checking other results at the end of the night.

The English side know that getting a result in Paris would be a statement. A draw or a win would allow them to remain firmly among the top eight and avoid relying on outside help.

Between late January and March, Newcastle face a relentless run of matches that could define their season across all competitions.

Players to Watch

For PSG, the standout figure is Ousmane Dembélé, the reigning Ballon d’Or winner and FIFA The Best award recipient. The French winger is rediscovering the form that earned him recognition as the world’s best and has unfinished business in the Champions League, where he has yet to deliver his most dominant performances.

For Newcastle, the name to watch is Anthony Gordon. The attacker is enjoying an outstanding tournament with six goals and two assists, numbers that place him among the competition’s top scorers despite not being a natural center forward.

What’s at Stake

Betting markets list PSG as slight favorites, buoyed by home advantage. However, Newcastle United do not arrive as underdogs in spirit. The English side have shown personality, intensity, and the ability to compete in demanding environments, and many believe they could spring a surprise—or at least snatch a draw at the Parc des Princes.

With both teams level on points, the stakes are clear: staying among the top eight in the Champions League and avoiding an extra round that no one wants to play.