PSG urged to raise standards before Slovan tie
PSG have released a behind-the-scenes video of the players and staff preparing for Wednesday's Champions League opener against Slovan Bratislava at the Parc des Princes.
Former PSG winger Jérôme Rothen blasted Désiré Doué's Ballon d'Or snub, saying he was decisive in big games and among PSG's best players in Europe.
PSG U19s host Slovan Bratislava at 14:30 CET in the Youth League opener at Campus PSG. The match is available on PSG TV, with Paris targeting a strong start.
Luis Enrique has named a 24-man PSG squad for the Champions League opener against Slovan Bratislava. Longoni is out injured, while Dembélé, Kvaratskhelia, Vitinha and Marquinhos are included.
A report says PSG posted the world's best 2026 transfer balance at +€207m, reflecting stronger sales and reduced spending.
Marquinhos said PSG must raise standards, fix defensive issues and start well against Slovan Bratislava as they chase a historic third straight Champions League title.
PSG's Champions League opener has been rated risk level 2, with 700 Slovan fans expected, including 350 ultras and about 50 deemed high-risk by the authorities.
Slovan coach Yaya Touré expects his side to suffer at PSG but says they will play 'without fear' and try to give Paris 'a hard time' in the Champions League opener.
Luis Enrique urged PSG to reinvent themselves and get ‘out of our comfort zone’ as they open their Champions League defence against Slovan Bratislava after a winless Ligue 1 start.
PSG youngsters Harris Ablon, Hermance Mbongo and Kenzo Kana Biyik have been called up by France U16 for friendlies against Ireland on 15 and 17 September.
PSG have a record 10 Ballon d'Or nominees, including Dembélé, Kvaratskhelia and Marquinhos after key roles in the club's Champions League triumph.
PSG are set to open their Champions League campaign against Slovan Bratislava, with reports split on Doué or Torres in attack and Pacho or Hernandez in defence.
