French football is set for a high-stakes domestic clash on the European stage as Stade Brest takes on Paris Saint-Germain in the Champions League play-offs. While PSG was expected to cruise into the Round of 16, Brest’s unlikely European adventure has already been a story of resilience and ambition.
Can the Brittany club pull off a massive upset, or will PSG flex its dominance once again and book its place among Europe’s elite?
A Tale of Two Clubs: Brest’s Dream vs. PSG’s Expectation
Brest’s rise has been nothing short of remarkable. After finishing third in Ligue 1 last season, they have defied expectations by making it this far in the Champions League. However, their domestic form has suffered—they currently sit eighth in the Ligue 1 table, struggling to balance European commitments with league consistency.
PSG, meanwhile, is comfortably atop Ligue 1 and remains heavy favorites to progress. But failing to qualify directly for the Round of 16 was an underachievement for Luis Enrique’s men, making these extra two games a frustrating detour in their quest for European glory.
Recent History: PSG’s Dominance Over Brest
The two teams met just days ago in Ligue 1, and PSG sent a clear message with a 5-2 thrashing in Brest. Their recent head-to-head record paints a one-sided picture:
Date | Result |
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Feb 1, 2025 | Brest 2-5 PSG |
Sep 14, 2024 | PSG 3-1 Brest |
Feb 7, 2024 | PSG 3-1 Brest |
Jan 28, 2024 | PSG 2-2 Brest |
Oct 29, 2023 | Brest 2-3 PSG |
Brest has held their own on occasion, but PSG has consistently found a way to win. The Parisians will head into this tie with confidence, knowing that another clinical attacking display could see them take one giant step toward qualification.
PSG Team News: Kvaratskhelia Ready for Champions League Debut
Luis Enrique has a nearly full-strength squad at his disposal, with only Warren Zaire-Emery and Ibrahim Mbaye ruled out due to injury. The big news is that Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, PSG’s high-profile signing from Napoli, has been registered for the Champions League and is expected to make his debut in this fixture.
The Georgian superstar is set to join forces with a red-hot Ousmane Dembélé, forming a terrifying PSG attack that Brest will struggle to contain. Meanwhile, Presnel Kimpembe could also see game time, having recently returned to the squad after a long injury layoff.
Match Details: Kick-Off Time & How to Watch
📅 Date: Tuesday, February 11, 2025
⏰ Kick-Off Time:
- 12:45 p.m. EST (USA)
- 09:45 a.m. PST (USA)
- 8:45 p.m. Local Time (France)
📺 How to Watch & Live Stream
- United States: Paramount+, fuboTV, TUDN.com, Univision NOW, TUDN App, ViX, TUDN USA, UniMás
- United Kingdom: TNT Sports 1, discovery+, discovery+ App
- Canada: DAZN Canada
- Australia: Stan Sport
Can Brest Pull Off the Unthinkable?
Despite Brest’s valiant efforts in the Champions League, PSG is the overwhelming favorite to advance. The firepower of Mbappé, Dembélé, and Kvaratskhelia could prove too much for Brest’s defense, but knockout football has a way of producing surprises.
If Brest can hold their ground defensively and capitalize on counter-attacks, they might just make things interesting. But if PSG plays at full throttle, this tie could be decided in the first leg.
All eyes will be on Park des Princes and Brest’s fight for European survival—will we witness a monumental upset, or will PSG march forward as expected?