Champions League: Brest vs. PSG Picks — French Rivals Collide in UCL (Feb 11)

An all-French affair is set for the Champions League playoff round, as PSG and Brest collide on Tuesday, February 11, 2025.

Brest have constantly upset the odds in the Champions League this season, and few would have given the Ligue 1 side a chance of reaching the knockout stage. However, an 18th-place finish means that they will face a playoff tie to book their spot in the next round.

PSG also dropped into the playoff round after making a slow start to the competition, but their recent European form reads well after winning each of their last three.

Odds

Brest Winless in 30 Against PSG

For the first time in Champions League history, both Brest and PSG will be coming up against a club from their own country. However, the omens look good for the Parisians, as they have avoided defeat in their last 30 against Brest since a 3-1 Ligue 1 defeat in January 1985.

🚨⚽ TIP: Over 3.25 Goals @ -102

Brest vs. PSG Key Stats

• Brest are the first French team to progress through the opening round of the Champions League on their debut appearance since Nice in 1956-57.
• PSG have won their last three in Europe, marking their longest winning run in the Champions League since February 2021.

Brest Team News

Jonas Martin is out until the weekend due to an ankle injury. Meanwhile, Karamoko Dembele is unlikely to feature due to a muscle strain this week.

Possible Lineup

M. Bizot (GK); K. Lala, B. Chardonnet, A. Ndiaye, M. Haidara, M. Camara, P. Lees-Melou, H. Magnetti, R. Faivre, L. Ajorque, A. Sima

PSG Team News

Renato Sanches is unlikely to feature for PSG this week due to a muscle injury. Meanwhile, Warren Zaire-Emery isn’t set to return to action until the end of the month.

Possible Lineup

G. Donnarumma (GK); A. Hakimi, Marquinhos, W. Pacho, N. Mendes, D. Doue, Vitinha, F. Ruiz, B. Barcola, O. Dembele, K. Kvaratskhelia

Brest vs. PSG Prop Picks

It would be a major concern for the hosts that they were well-beaten by a 5-2 scoreline by PSG just a few weeks ago. A similar match could occur in the Champions League on Tuesday with both teams finding the net.

Kvaratskhelia has made an immediate impact since signing for the club, and he could continue his excellent relationship with Dembele, with both having strong chances to find the net on Tuesday.

Brest vs. PSG Picks

It’s unfortunate for Brest that they have been drawn against a team from their own domestic division on their Champions League debut.

The trends don’t look good for the hosts after going 30 competitive matches without a win against PSG. Therefore, the best value in the market could be found on the spread this week.