Champions Clash: Sporting Lisbon Host PSG in High-Stakes Showdown

UEFA Champions League  -  Sporting CP VS Paris Saint Germain (PSG)
Match Time:21-01-2026 04:00 Wednesday (GMT+8)
Football Livescore | Match Prediction & Tips
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The Champions League returns after a six-week break with Sporting Lisbon hosting reigning champions Paris Saint-Germain at the Estadio Jose Alvalade. It will be the first-ever UEFA meeting between the two clubs. Sporting sit 14th in the table and chasing automatic qualification, while PSG arrive in third with a slim points advantage.

Team Analysis:
Sporting Lisbon return home looking to bounce back from defeat to Bayern Munich, confident after winning all three Champions League matches at Jose Alvalade this season. The Portuguese side boast a strong home record and extended unbeaten run, making the stadium a key source of belief ahead of PSG’s visit. Paris Saint-Germain arrive in solid form and strong away in Europe, but their mixed history in Portugal offers Sporting hope of another statement result.

Player Situation:
Sporting Lisbon are weakened by multiple injuries and the suspension of captain Morten Hjulmand, although Daniel Braganca and Geny Catamo return in form after recent goals. PSG also have several absentees, but arrive boosted by Ousmane Dembele’s standout weekend performance. Nuno Mendes, facing his former club, could play a key role if selected for the visitors.

Result Prediction:
The match is set to be finely balanced, with Sporting chasing a win to boost their hopes of a top-eight finish. PSG, meanwhile, could move closer to automatic qualification with a victory. Given their experience as defending champions, the visitors are tipped to edge a narrow win.

Predicted Result: Sporting Lisbon 1-2 PSG.