Prediction: PSG vs Monaco

Verdict: Both teams to score

Best odds: 4/7

Bookmaker: Betfair

Paris Saint‑Germain and Monaco meet for the third time in under a month on Friday night, as Ligue 1 matchday 25 gets underway at the Parc des Princes.

A narrow 1–0 win over Le Havre last weekend moved PSG four points clear at the top, while Monaco climbed to seventh after a 2–0 home success over Angers, breathing new life into their European push.

Paris Saint‑Germain

PSG capitalised on another slip from Lens to strengthen their position at the top of the standings, claiming a second straight Ligue 1 victory. Heading into Friday’s clash, the reigning champions have now won nine of their last 10 league games, and they remain unbeaten at home in 2026.

Luis Enrique’s side have rediscovered their defensive edge as well, posting three clean sheets in their last four league outings. Their recent displays at the Parc des Princes have been especially ruthless: PSG have won three consecutive domestic fixtures on home soil by an aggregate score of 11–0.

The French capital has become an impenetrable venue for visiting teams. PSG have dropped points in just one home league match all season and have not lost a top‑flight game at the Parc since April 2025, when Nice earned a shock 3–1 win. The last time PSG failed to score in a Ligue 1 home match was back in August 2023—a goalless draw with Lorient.

Their recent history against Monaco also offers reassurance. Les Parisiens have gone six home meetings unbeaten against the Principality club and earned a 2–2 comeback draw in the Champions League last month before advancing 5–4 on aggregate.

Team News

PSG may be missing several players. Senny Mayulu and Ousmane Dembélé are in danger of sitting out due to calf issues, while Fabián Ruiz is sidelined by a knee problem. João Neves faces a late ankle fitness check, and Quentin Ndjantou Mbitcha is doubtful with a hamstring concern.

Bradley Barcola continued his scoring form by netting in a second successive league match against Le Havre, while Matvey Safonov preserved the win with three crucial saves.

Monaco

Despite another disappointing European exit, Monaco appear to be rediscovering their domestic rhythm. Sébastien Pocognoli has overseen three straight Ligue 1 victories, and on Friday he has the chance to record consecutive away wins in the league for the first time in his tenure.

Monaco produced a spirited comeback last weekend, overturning a 2–0 deficit to beat Lens 3–2—another sign of their growing resilience. Their upturn has reignited hopes of securing European football next season, with the club now sitting just three points behind Lille and Rennes in fifth and sixth place.

However, their record against top‑five opposition away from home remains troubling. Monaco have lost two of their three Ligue 1 away games against sides currently in the top five this season, failing to find the net on both occasions.

Their defensive form on the road is more encouraging—Monaco have kept clean sheets in two of their last three domestic away assignments. But they have also been shut out in four of their last five away league games overall, highlighting their inconsistency.

Victory at the Parc des Princes would see Monaco complete a league double over PSG for the first time since the 2020–21 campaign, having won the reverse fixture 1–0 at the Stade Louis II earlier this season.

Team News

Injuries continue to trouble Monaco. Mohammed Salisu, Takumi Minamino, Paul Pogba and Lukas Hrádecký all remain sidelined with knee issues. Eric Dier is struggling with a hamstring problem, Kassoum Ouattara is recovering from a calf strain and Krépin Diatta is missing due to a thigh injury.

On a brighter note, Folarin Balogun has scored in back‑to‑back Ligue 1 matches, while Simon Adingra also found the net against Angers. Goalkeeper Philipp Köhn made two stops last weekend to record his fifth league clean sheet of the campaign.

Conclusion

PSG’s formidable home form makes them clear favourites, but Monaco have shown signs of revival and will draw confidence from their recent Champions League and Ligue 1 displays against the champions.

While the hosts should have enough quality to extend their lead at the summit, the visitors may once again prove awkward opponents.

Verdict: Both teams to score

Best odds: 4/7

Bookmaker: Betfair