# PSG vs Monaco Match Preview, Prediction, Teams, Timings, How to Watch: Can Monaco Pull Off a Miracle in Paris?

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Published: 2026-02-25  
Updated: 2026-02-25  
Author: Reetam Bodhak

**Tuesday, February 25, 2026** marks a crucial Champions League knockout playoff second leg at the Parc des Princes as PSG seek to eliminate Monaco and secure a 14th consecutive Last 16 appearance. After coming from two goals down to win 3-2 in the first leg—their first comeback from a two-goal deficit in the Champions League this century—PSG hold all the cards. Yet Monaco’s incredible resilience, especially their recent 3-2 comeback against Lens, suggests the Principality club won’t go quietly. This is European drama at its finest.

## PSG vs Monaco Match Overview

| **Category** | **Details** |
| --- | --- |
| **Date** | Tuesday, February 25, 2026 |
| **Kickoff Time** | 20:00 CET (14:00 ET / 11:00 AM PT) |
| **Venue** | Parc des Princes, Paris |
| **Competition** | UEFA Champions League Knockout Playoff (Leg 2) |
| **First Leg Result** | PSG 3-2 Monaco (PSG lead aggregate) |
| **PSG Form** | 4 straight CL knockout victories, unbeaten at home |
| **Monaco Form** | Fighting but facing elimination, limited away European form |
| **H2H Record** | PSG unbeaten in last 5 meetings at Parc des Princes, haven’t lost a one-off knockout to Monaco this century |

## PSG’s Dominant Home Record: The Fortress

![](https://technosports.co.in/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/image-1836.png)

PSG are unbeaten in their last eight of nine competitive fixtures at the Parc des Princes, having won their last two Paris outings by a combined 8-0 margin. Luis Enrique’s men are in the zone—they’ve won four straight Champions League knockout matches, and their mentality is unshakeable.

Désir Doudé netted a brace in the opening leg while Achraf Hakimi scored in between, demonstrating PSG’s attacking threat remains lethal. If PSG score early, Monaco’s hopes evaporate instantly.

## Monaco’s Desperate Mountain to Climb

Monaco have been eliminated in their last three two-legged Champions League ties and haven’t reached the Last 16 since Kylian Mbappé helped them reach the semi-finals in 2016-17. Yet there’s a glimmer: not since the 2017 round of 16 have they won a tie after losing the opening leg, erasing a 5-3 deficit against Manchester City to win 3-1 at home.

The problem? Only one of Monaco’s last five competitive away fixtures ended in victory, with them conceding a combined 12 goals in four Champions League away matches this season.

## Team News & Predicted Lineups

**PSG XI (Expected):** Safonov; Hakimi, Marquinhos, Pacho, Mendes; Zaire-Emery, Vitinha, Neves; Doudé, Ramos, Kvaratskhelia

Absences: Ousmane Dembélé and Senny Mayulu out with calf strains, Fabian Ruiz sidelined with a sore knee, Quentin Ndjantou Mbitcha unavailable due to hamstring strain

**Monaco XI (Expected):** Kohn; Vanderson, Teze, Kehrer, Henrique; Camara, Zakaria; Coulibaly, Fati, Adingra; Balogun

Absences: Paul Pogba, Mohammed Salisu, Takumi Minamino, and Lukas Hradecky out with knee injuries; Eric Dier and Christian Mawissa doubtful with hamstring strains; Aleksandr Golovin suspended

## Match Prediction & Analysis

**Why PSG Should Progress:** Sports Mole’s prediction is PSG 2-0 Monaco (5-2 aggregate), citing that while Monaco fought valiantly in the first leg, PSG always find a way in must-win affairs and possess superior manpower.

**Monaco’s Slim Path:** Folarin Balogun scored a brace in the opening leg and netted again in their Lens comeback, showing he remains their danger man. If Balogun sparks early, anything becomes possible.

**Our Verdict:** PSG 2-0 Monaco—a professional disposal where PSG don’t take excessive risks but eliminate their rivals with clinical precision.

## How to Watch PSG vs Monaco Live

For official Champions League coverage, lineups, and comprehensive match information, visit the [official UEFA Champions League website](https://www.uefa.com/champions-league/) for broadcast details and fixture information.

For real-time statistics, possession data, shot maps, and tactical analysis, follow FotMob’s live coverage providing extensive Opta data throughout the 90 minutes.

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## Frequently Asked Questions

### **Q1: What time does PSG vs Monaco kick off on February 25?**

 The match kicks off at **20:00 CET (8:00 PM CET)**, which is 14:00 ET and 11:00 AM PT on Tuesday, February 25, 2026. This evening European kickoff ensures a fully charged Parc des Princes!

### **Q2: What must Monaco do to progress to the Champions League Last 16?**

 Monaco need to win by at least 2 goals to draw the aggregate tie and force extra time, or 3+ goals to go through on aggregate. Given PSG’s 3-2 first-leg lead and their fortress-like home record, Monaco essentially need a miracle—they’d require a 4-0 or 5-1 victory to progress on away goals, making their task nearly impossible.