UEFA Champions League: Aston Villa vs PSG preview 04/15/2025
The UEFA Champions League quarter-final second leg between Aston Villa and Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) is set for Tuesday, April 15, 2025, at Villa Park in Birmingham. PSG leads the tie 3-1 after the first leg in Paris, but Villa remains hopeful of a comeback on home soil.
Match Details
· Fixture: Aston Villa vs. Paris Saint-Germain
· Date: Tuesday, April 15, 2025
· Kick-off: 7:00 PM BST (12:00 AM BST+6)
· Venue: Villa Park, Birmingham, England
· Weather: Considerable cloudiness with occasional rain in the afternoon, High: 60°F (16°C), Low: 42°F (6°C)
First Leg Recap
In the first leg at Parc des Princes, PSG secured a 3-1 victory. Aston Villa initially took the lead, but PSG responded with goals from Désiré Doué, Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, and Nuno Mendes. Doué equalized with a long-range effort, Kvaratskhelia added a second, and Mendes sealed the win late in the game.
Team News & Tactical Outlook
Aston Villa
Manager Unai Emery is optimistic about overturning the deficit, citing his experience with comebacks in European competitions. He emphasized the importance of maintaining their game plan and leveraging the home advantage.
Ollie Watkins, who has been in good form, is expected to feature prominently. Emery is also considering pairing Watkins with Marcus Rashford, who has impressed since his loan move from Manchester United.
Marco Asensio, another loan acquisition, has contributed significantly with goals and assists, adding depth to Villa's attacking options.
Paris Saint-Germain
PSG manager Luis Enrique cautioned against complacency despite the first-leg lead. He stressed the need for focus and resilience, acknowledging Villa's capability to challenge.
Key players include Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, who has made an immediate impact since joining PSG, and Désiré Doué, whose performances have been instrumental in PSG's campaign.
Possible Lineups
Aston Villa (4-2-3-1):
· GK: Emiliano Martínez
· DEF: Matty Cash, Ezri Konsa, Tyrone Mings, Lucas Digne
· MID: Douglas Luiz, Boubacar Kamara
· ATT: Marco Asensio, Morgan Rogers, Marcus Rashford
· FW: Ollie Watkins
Paris Saint-Germain (4-3-3):
· GK: Gianluigi Donnarumma
· DEF: Achraf Hakimi, Marquinhos, Milan Škriniar, Nuno Mendes
· MID: Vitinha, Manuel Ugarte, Warren Zaïre-Emery
· ATT: Ousmane Dembélé, Kylian Mbappé, Khvicha Kvaratskhelia
Head-to-Head
This tie marks the first competitive meetings between Aston Villa and PSG.
Live Stream & Broadcast
The match will be broadcast live on major sports networks and streaming platforms. Check local listings for availability in your region.
Prediction
Aston Villa faces a challenging task but has the home advantage and attacking prowess to mount a comeback. PSG, with their experience and talent, will aim to manage the game effectively. Expect a closely contested match with potential for drama.