On the eve of the second-leg playoff between Paris Saint-Germain and AS Monaco, both teams head into the clash with similar momentum but weakened squads.
Paris comfortably defeated Metz (3-0) with a rotated lineup. Monaco, meanwhile, once again staged a comeback in a thrilling match at Lens (3-2) after trailing 2-0. Now it is time for the Champions League second leg. PSG need at least a draw, while Monaco must win by at least a one-goal margin.
Major Injury Concerns Ahead of the Decisive European Clash
PSG: One confirmed absence, four major doubts
The only confirmed absentee for Paris is Quentin Ndjantou, who underwent thigh surgery and will be sidelined for several months. Fabian Ruiz (knee) and Senny Mayulu (calf) appear short of full fitness. Désiré Doué, substituted as a precaution on Saturday, is still expected to be available. The big question mark remains Ousmane Dembélé, who suffered a calf issue in the first leg: he could make the squad but is unlikely to start.
Monaco: Key absences, crucial returns
Monaco are also heavily impacted. Several key players remain in the treatment room, and Alexandr Golovine is suspended. Krépin Diatta and Christian Mawissa are highly doubtful. There is, however, positive news with the expected returns of Maghnes Akliouche, Vanderson, Thilo Kehrer and Ansu Fati.
Absentees list one day before kickoff
❌ Injured / Suspended (9): Quentin Ndjantou (PSG), Mohammed Salisu (Monaco), Takumi Minamino (Monaco), Alexandr Golovine (Monaco, suspended), Paul Pogba (Monaco), Lukas Hradecky (Monaco), Eric Dier (Monaco), Pape Cabral (Monaco), Kassoum Ouattara (Monaco).
❓ Doubtful (6): Ousmane Dembélé (PSG), Désiré Doué (PSG), Fabian Ruiz (PSG), Senny Mayulu (PSG), Krépin Diatta (Monaco), Christian Mawissa (Monaco).
A tense European showdown awaits, with both squads far from full strength.
