Paris Saint-Germain welcome AS Monaco to the Parc des Princes in Ligue 1 on Friday, 4 September 2026, with kick-off scheduled for 7:05 pm UTC. Both teams enter this fixture aiming to stamp their authority on the early league table after contrasting starts to the domestic campaign.
Match Details
- Fixture: PSG vs Monaco
- Competition: Ligue 1
- Date: Friday, 4 September 2026
- Kick-off Time: 7:05 pm UTC
- Venue: Parc des Princes
Quick Verdict
Predicted score: Paris Saint-Germain 2-1 AS Monaco
Main evidence: PSG dominated the previous league season to claim the title, while recent head-to-head meetings show tight scorelines and plenty of goals.
Biggest danger: Monaco have already shown defensive resilience on the road this term.
Watch for this: Ferrán Torres leading the home attack after scoring two goals in his opening appearance.
Previous-Season Form and Standings
Last season proved fruitful for Paris Saint-Germain as they captured the Ligue 1 crown with 76 points from 34 matches. They won 24 games, drew 4, and lost 6, boasting a remarkable goal difference of plus 45 after scoring 74 goals and conceding 29. Their last five matches of that campaign yielded four wins and one draw.
AS Monaco finished the same 34-game season in seventh place with 54 points. They recorded 16 wins, 6 draws, and 12 defeats, finishing with 60 goals scored and 54 conceded for a goal difference of plus 6. P stands for matches played, GF means goals for, GA means goals against, and GD means goal difference.
| Team | Competition | Pos | P | Wins | Draws | Losses | GF | GA | GD | Pts | Last 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paris Saint-Germain FC | Ligue 1 | 1 | 34 | 24 | 4 | 6 | 74 | 29 | +45 | 76 | ❌ L ✅ W ✅ W ➖ D ✅ W |
| AS Monaco FC | Ligue 1 | 7 | 34 | 16 | 6 | 12 | 60 | 54 | +6 | 54 | ❌ L ❌ L ✅ W ➖ D ➖ D |
Recent Form
Paris Saint-Germain started their current domestic slate with a hard-fought draw away from home. They shared the points in a four-goal thriller against Stade Rennais.
Paris Saint-Germain Recent Form
| Opponent | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|
| Stade Rennais FC 1901 | 2-2 | 🟡 Draw |
AS Monaco began their latest league assignments by securing a narrow victory on opposition turf. They kept a clean sheet while edging out Le Havre.
AS Monaco Recent Form
| Opponent | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|
| Le Havre AC | 0-1 | 🟢 Win |
Head-to-Head Record
Meetings between these two clubs rarely lack entertainment or goals. Across their last five encounters, Paris Saint-Germain have won twice, Monaco have claimed two victories, and one match ended in a stalemate.
| Date | Home team | Score | Away team |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-03-06 | Paris Saint-Germain FC | 1-3 | AS Monaco FC |
| 2026-02-25 | Paris Saint-Germain FC | 2-2 | AS Monaco FC |
| 2026-02-17 | AS Monaco FC | 2-3 | Paris Saint-Germain FC |
| 2025-11-29 | AS Monaco FC | 1-0 | Paris Saint-Germain FC |
| 2025-02-07 | Paris Saint-Germain FC | 4-1 | AS Monaco FC |
Key Players to Watch and Missing Players
Ferrán Torres leads the early Paris Saint-Germain scoring charts for the new campaign with two goals in his first appearance. His sharp movement in the penalty area gives the home attack a potent focal point.
Eric Dier anchors the visiting defence and has already contributed a goal in his opening league appearance for Monaco. His experience at the back will prove vital when dealing with wave after wave of home pressure.
Predicted Lineups
Paris Saint-Germain FC
4-3-3
- Ousmane Dembélé
- Ferrán Torres
- Bradley Barcola
- Fabián Ruiz
- Vitinha
- Joao Neves
- Achraf Hakimi
- Marquinhos
- William Pacho
- Nuno Mendes
- Matvei Safonov
VS
AS Monaco FC
4-3-3
- Takumi Minamino
- Folarin Balogun
- Maghnes Akliouche
- Paul Pogba
- Denis Zakaria
- Lamine Camara
- Vanderson
- Thilo Kehrer
- Eric Dier
- Mohammed Salisu
- Lukáš Hrádecký
These are projected lineups; official team sheets are normally confirmed closer to kick-off.
Why This Prediction Could Be Wrong
Monaco proved in March 2026 that they can win comfortably at the Parc des Princes by securing a 3-1 victory. If the visitors frustrate the hosts early, anxiety could creep into the Parisian ranks and alter the match dynamic.
Frequently Asked Questions
When does PSG vs Monaco start?
PSG vs Monaco kicks off at 7:05 pm UTC on Friday, 4 September 2026.
Where is PSG vs Monaco being played?
The match takes place at the Parc des Princes, the home venue of Paris Saint-Germain.
What competition is PSG vs Monaco part of?
This fixture is a Ligue 1 league match.
What happened in the last meeting between PSG and Monaco?
Monaco defeated Paris Saint-Germain 3-1 away from home on 6 March 2026.
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References
- www.flashscore.com
- ligue1.com
- www.psg.fr
- www.asmonaco.com
- www.football-data.org
- www.bbc.co.uk
- www.lemonde.fr
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