Match Overview
Date & Venue: August 13, 2025, at Stadio Friuli in Udine, Italy
Referee: João Pinheiro from Portugal
Competition Format: A one-off match between the UEFA Champions League winners (PSG) and the UEFA Europa League winners (Tottenham). Both sides are aiming for their first-ever Super Cup title .
PSG – Squad Analysis
Form & Preparation
PSG come into the match as Champions League winners, completing a historic treble including Ligue 1 and the Coupe de France.
Pre-season: Very short, lasting just a week, with intensive sessions immediately before the Super Cup .
Key Signing: Acquired goalkeeper Lucas Chevalier from Lille to reinforce their squad.
Star Player
Ousmane Dembélé: Delivered 33 goals and 15 assists last season, including a hat-trick in the 5–0 UCL final win over Inter Milan. Named Champions League MVP and Ligue 1’s best player.
Strengths
Experience, squad depth, and a versatile attacking system capable of overwhelming most opponents.
Lineups & Tactics — PSG vs. Tottenham (2025 UEFA Super Cup)
Paris Saint-Germain
Likely Starting XI (4-3-3 / 4-2-3-1 hybrid):
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Defense: Achraf Hakimi, Marquinhos, Kimpembe, Nuno Mendes
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Midfield: Warren Zaïre-Emery returns from the bench, but likely starts impressed in midfield earlier this season.
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Attack: Ousmane Dembélé leads the front line, backed by Lee Kang‑in—who scored in the Club World Cup this summer.
Key Strengths:
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Dembélé enjoyed a phenomenal season with 33 goals and 15 assists, earning Champions League and Ligue 1 honors .
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Regarded as the most balanced and in-form team in Europe, PSG enters this match without any major injury concerns .
Tactical Notes:
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Expect a possession-dominant style with fluid attacking shifts, spearheaded by Dembélé’s creativity and pace.
Tottenham Hotspur
Likely Starting XI (5-3-2 / 3-5-2 shape):
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Tactics: Under Thomas Frank, Spurs are expected to deploy a more cautious, compact setup that restricts PSG space rather than chasing high-tempo pressing .
Injury Updates:
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Tottenham's squad is severely weakened: missing Solanke, Kulusevski, Dragusin, Udogie, Bryan Gil, and others. The latest blow is James Maddison, out long-term with an ACL tear
Potential Key Contributors:
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Defensively organized, and shaped to absorb pressure, but still may rely on creative spark from Mohammed Kudus and Brennan Johnson—though some uncertainty remains around Solanke’s availability
Comparison at a Glance
Team Formation Key Strengths Key Concerns PSG 4-3-3 / 4-2-3-1 Attacking quality (Dembélé, Lee), squad depth Short preseason, potential fatigue Spurs 5-3-2 (pragmatic) Defensive compactness, physicality Major injury crisis, lack of creative midfield -
Tottenham Hotspur – Squad Analysis
Recent Form
Won the Europa League for the first time in 17 years, defeating Manchester United 1–0 in the final.
However, they finished 17th in the Premier League, narrowly avoiding relegation.
Manager & Tactical Changes
New manager Thomas Frank replaces Ange Postecoglou, bringing an aggressive, high-pressing style aimed at long-term squad rebuild.
Injuries & Absences
James Maddison is out for the season with a ruptured ACL, and Dominic Solanke is doubtful .
Lost 4–0 to Bayern Munich in pre-season, highlighting defensive weaknesses.
Key Players
Brennan Johnson, scorer of the decisive goal in the Europa League final, and young talent Archie Gray are central to Tottenham’s hopes.
Summary
An aggressive pressing style with some creative sparks, but significant squad gaps and injury issues.
Odds & Predictions
PSG win: ~21/50 (approx. 70% win probability)
Tottenham win: ~21/4 (underdog status)
Draw: 4/1 (would lead to penalties).
General consensus: PSG are clear favorites due to superior quality and experience, but Tottenham’s pressing and unpredictability could create chances.
At-a-Glance Summary Table
| Category | PSG (Paris Saint-Germain) | Tottenham Hotspur |
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| Core Status | Champions League winners, treble, star-studded XI | Europa League winners, poor EPL season |
| Pre-season | Short but focused, GK position strengthened | Injuries and tactical transition issues |
| Strengths | Dembélé-led attack, tactical balance, experience | High press, young talents, creativity |
| Risks | Slight fatigue, minimal tactical tweaks | Injury crisis, inconsistent form |
| Betting View | Clear favorites, likely to score multiple goals | Potential for upsets with pressing game |
Conclusion
PSG: Europe’s dominant force, with a balanced squad and the best chance to secure their first Super Cup.
Tottenham: Facing challenges with injuries and a new system, but could surprise through aggressive pressing and sharp counterattacks.
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