PSG v Aston Villa: probable line-ups revealed for UEFA Super Cup showdown

Paris Saint-Germain and Aston Villa will meet at the Red Bull Arena in Salzburg in the first major continental fixture of the season, with the European champions facing the UEFA Europa League winners in the UEFA Super Cup.

With the new campaign’s opening showpiece approaching after several months away from competitive action, Paris Saint-Germain are expected to begin their official season with a full squad available to Luis Enrique. The French side are also set to include their summer signings as they prepare for the encounter.

Despite the late return of the internationals who competed at the World Cup, there are no reported concerns surrounding the Paris Saint-Germain squad. Luis Enrique should therefore have a wide range of options for the match against Unai Emery’s Aston Villa.

The expected Paris Saint-Germain line-up is:

– Goalkeeper: Matvey Safonov – Defenders: Achraf Hakimi, Marquinhos, Willian Pacho, Nuno Mendes – Midfielders: Joao Neves, Vitinha, Warren Zaire-Emery – Forwards: Ibrahim Mbaye, Senny Mayulu, Khvicha Kvaratskhelia

Aston Villa face a more difficult selection situation, with several important players unavailable. The English club’s injury list includes midfielder Amadou Onana, captain John McGinn, young summer signing Johan Manzambi and defender Josh Feeney.

Those absences leave Unai Emery without a number of key options for one of the most prestigious matches of the season. Nevertheless, the probable Aston Villa team includes a mixture of experienced players and recent additions.

The expected Aston Villa line-up is:

– Goalkeeper: Marco Bizot – Defenders: Matty Cash, Victor Lindelof, Pau Torres, Ian Maatsen – Midfielders: Emiliano Buendia, Joao Gomes, Boubacar Kamara, Alejandro Garnacho – Forwards: Evann Guessand, Tammy Abraham

The match will be staged at the Red Bull Arena in Salzburg, where Paris Saint-Germain will attempt to add the UEFA Super Cup to their status as champions of Europe. Aston Villa, meanwhile, arrive as winners of the UEFA Europa League and will be looking to claim another continental honour under Emery.

The fixture is being presented as the next major meeting between the two sides, with the UEFA Super Cup providing the first significant European contest of the season. Paris Saint-Germain are expected to approach the game with their strongest available group, while Aston Villa will have to manage the impact of their confirmed absentees.

Betting company 1xbet has priced Paris Saint-Germain as favourites for the match. Paris Saint-Germain are listed at 1.75 to win, a draw is priced at 3.90, while Aston Villa are offered at 4.50.

The UEFA Super Cup final between Paris Saint-Germain and Aston Villa will take place shortly.