PSG and Aston Villa Set for UEFA Super Cup Clash to Kick Off 2026-27 Season
The UEFA Super Cup is poised to mark the beginning of the 2026-27 season as Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) takes on Aston Villa on Wednesday at 3 PM ET in Salzburg, Austria.
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PSG comes into the match as the two-time defending European champions after back-to-back victories in the UEFA Champions League under manager Luis Enrique. While Goncalo Ramos and Lee Kang-in have moved on, speculation surrounds Bradley Barcola and Desire Doue. In a bid to strengthen their squad further, PSG signed Maghnes Akliouche from Monaco for $57 million, adding to their already impressive midfield depth. If key players remain fit, they are expected to contend strongly as the season progresses.
Aston Villa, on the other hand, recently ended a 30-year period without a major trophy by clinching the Europa League. However, the summer has not been smooth for coach Unai Emery. Departures include Morgan Rogers to Chelsea for $157 million, Youri Tielemans to Manchester United for $47 million, and Lucas Digne to PSG for $11 million. Additionally, Amadou Onana suffered a torn ACL during the World Cup. Although Joao Gomes has been signed from relegated Wolves to fill a crucial role, and Johan Manzambi, a standout at the World Cup, joins the squad, the early season may prove to be challenging for Villa.
How to watch PSG vs Aston Villa live, stream link and start time
Kick off time: 3 PM ET Wednesday, August 12
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Venue: Red Bull Arena — Salzburg, Austria
TV channel: CBS Sports Network
Streaming: Paramount+
PSG team news
No injuries to report.
Aston Villa team news
OUT: Amadou Onana (torn ACL) | QUESTIONABLE: Johan Manzambi (knee), Leon Bailey (knee)
PSG vs Aston Villa prediction
Aston Villa is expected to adopt a highly defensive approach against PSG, as they are not well-positioned for an open attacking game. Unai Emery recognizes the challenge, but despite this, a prediction favors PSG to win 2-0 over Aston Villa.
The first official curtain raiser is finally upon us, with the UEFA Super Cup set to usher in the 2026-27 season on Wednesday (3 pm ET), when PSG face Aston Villa in Salzburg, Austria.
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PSG are the two-time reigning, defending European champions after winning the UEFA Champions League back-to-back under Luis Enrique. Goncalo Ramos and Lee Kang-in have departed already and rumors continue to swirl around Bradley Barcola and Desire Doue. Maghnes Akliouche was signed from Monaco for $57 million, further adding to PSG’s embarrassment of riches in midfield. If they stay healthy, they’ll be there are the business end of the season once again.
Aston Villa ended their 30-year major trophy drought by winning the Europa League, but the ensuing summer has been anything but enjoyable for Unai Emery. Morgan Rogers (Chelsea, $157 million), Youri Tielemans (Manchester United, $47 million) and Lucas Digne (PSG, $11 million) are out the door, on top of Amadou Onana tearing his ACL at the World Cup. Joao Gomes has been signed as a Premier League-ready replacement from relegated Wolves and Johan Manzambi was one of the breakout stars of the World Cup, but it could be a rocky road early in the season.
How to watch PSG vs Aston Villa live, stream link and start time
Kick off time: 3 pm ET Wednesday, August 12
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Venue: Red Bull Arena — Salzburg, Austria
TV channel: CBS Sports Network
Streaming: Paramount+
PSG team news
No injuries to report.
Aston Villa team news
OUT: Amadou Onana (torn ACL) | QUESTIONABLE: Johan Manzambi (knee), Leon Bailey (knee)
PSG vs Aston Villa prediction
Get ready for one of the ugliest, grimiest, grittiest defensive performances you’ve ever seen from Aston Villa. They’re in no position to trade attacking blows with PSG, and Emery knows it better than anyone. And it still won’t matter. PSG 2-0 Aston Villa.
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