Lille OSC will host Paris Saint-Germain on Sunday, October 5, 2025, in Ligue 1 Matchday 7 at the Decathlon Arena in Lille. The match is set to kick off at 7:45 p.m. UK time (2:45 p.m. ET in the USA). PSG enter this fixture after an impressive Champions League victory over Barcelona and will aim to maintain momentum before the international break.
The Parisians travel north despite missing several key players due to injuries. Lille, meanwhile, hope to bounce back after recent domestic setbacks and prove tough opposition in front of their home crowd.
Lille vs PSG Match Preview and Team News
PSG head into this game high on confidence after a 2-1 away win against Barcelona in midweek. Goals from Senny Mayulu and Gonçalo Ramos turned the match around after Ferran Torres put the Spanish champions ahead. The performance was particularly impressive as PSG were without stars such as Ousmane Dembélé, Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, Joao Neves, and Marquinhos.
For this Ligue 1 clash, Luis Enrique will again have to manage without several starters. Dembélé remains sidelined with a hamstring injury, while Neves, Désiré Doué, Marquinhos, and Kvaratskhelia are also unavailable. Expected PSG starting XI: Chevalier; Hakimi, Zabarnyi, Beraldo, Hernandez; Kang-in, Vitinha, Mayulu; Mbaye, Ramos, Barcola.
Lille also have injury concerns. Alexsandro, Ousmane Touré, and Marc-Aurele Caillard are out. Likely starting XI for Lille: Ozer; Meunier, Ngoy, Mandi, Verdonk; Andre, Bouaddi; Correia, Haraldsson, Sahraoui; Giroud. This will be an emotional match for PSG goalkeeper Lucas Chevalier, who faces his former club.
Key Stats and Tactical Insights
Lille have struggled recently with back-to-back league losses against Lyon and Lens. They rank fourth in Ligue 1 for goal differential (+4) and second in shot creation, with players like Hákon Arnar Haraldsson and Hamza Igamane providing scoring threats. PSG, on the other hand, are second in Ligue 1 with a +8 goal differential and lead the league in passing accuracy (94.4%).
Bradley Barcola and Joao Neves (if fit) have been PSG’s most clinical finishers, while Ibrahim Mbaye has been instrumental in creating chances. Lille rely on structured buildup and wide play, ranking among the top for crosses attempted this season. Expect Lille to press aggressively early and try to exploit PSG’s rotated lineup.
Prediction and Expected Outcome
Despite their European momentum, PSG travel with a weakened squad. Lille are desperate to avoid a third straight league defeat and are usually strong at home. A closely fought match is expected with both sides finding the net. Predicted score: Lille 1-1 PSG.
Lille vs PSG promises to be a tight encounter. PSG’s depleted lineup could face a resilient Lille side keen to respond to recent losses, making a draw the most likely result.
FYI (keeping you in the loop)-
Q1: What time is Lille vs PSG kick-off?
The match starts at 7:45 p.m. UK time (2:45 p.m. ET) on Sunday, October 5, 2025.
Q2: Where is Lille vs PSG being played?
The game will be played at the Decathlon Arena (Stade Pierre-Mauroy) in Lille, France.
Q3: How can I watch Lille vs PSG live?
In the UK, it’s available on Amazon Prime PPV and Ligue 1 Pass. In the USA, watch on beIN SPORTS or stream via Fubo.
Q4: Who are the key players to watch?
For PSG, Bradley Barcola and Gonçalo Ramos are key in attack. For Lille, Hákon Arnar Haraldsson and Hamza Igamane provide goal threats.
Q5: What is the predicted score?
A 1-1 draw is the most likely outcome, given PSG’s injury issues and Lille’s determination at home.
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