Paris Saint-Germain vs. Monaco: Trophee des Champions Preview & Prediction

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February 03, 2025

Paris Saint-Germain will take on AS Monaco in the Trophee des Champions on Sunday at Stadium 974 in Doha. Having secured a domestic double last season, PSG aim to start 2025 with another trophy, while Monaco—runners-up in Ligue 1—hope to deny them a clean sweep of French silverware. Luis Enrique's side enters the match as clear favorites, having won their last four games before the winter break and holding a commanding 10-point lead over Monaco in the league standings. Their recent 4-2 victory against Les Monegasques further strengthens their psychological edge.

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Monaco, under Adi Hütter, are chasing their fifth Trophee des Champions title but face significant challenges. Their form leading up to the break was inconsistent, with just one win in four matches, and injuries have taken a toll on the squad. Key players like Wilfried Singo, Denis Zakaria, and Folarin Balogun are unavailable, leaving the team short of options. While a comfortable Coupe de France victory against Union Saint-Jean helped them regain some momentum, facing a dominant PSG side presents a much tougher challenge.

Prediction

Given PSG’s superior form, squad depth, and recent dominance over Monaco, Luis Enrique’s men are the clear favorites to lift the trophy. Monaco may put up a fight, but their injury woes could make it difficult to contain PSG’s attacking firepower.

Paris Saint-Germain 3-1 Monaco.