PSG’s 2025 promises to be a year full of emotions and starting this year, they will have a very important challenge ahead to be able to win their first trophy in the year.
Expectations are high and Luis Enrique, as reported by L’Equipe, highlights the importance of this match to set the tone for the year.
Meanwhile, PSG remains active in the winter transfer window, reportedly targeting a global football star currently playing for Liverpool.
Additional signings and departures are anticipated as Luis Enrique aims to solidify the squad to align with his vision.

This would be the possible lineup for PSG vs AS Monaco
PSG are preparing for the Trophee des Champions against Monaco, where this would be their possible starting XI for their first match of 2025.
The most likely lineup for this match was Luis Enrique playing a 4-3-3 with these 11 players as starters.
Goalkeeper:
- Gianluigi Donnarumma
Defenders:
- Achraf Hakimi
- William Pacho
- Marquinhos
- Nuno Mendes
Midfielders:
- Vitinha
- Joao Neves
- Fabián Ruiz
Forwards:
- Ousmane Dembele
- Goncalo Ramos
- Desire Doue
This lineup may be the one Luis Enrique opts for, however, there may be important changes, especially in the team’s forward line, which is known to rotate more than usual from game to game.
A rematch full of expectations in Qatar
This match follows a thrilling Ligue 1 encounter in December, where PSG triumphed 4-2 against Monaco on the road.
The January 5 final promises to deliver another exciting clash, potentially one of the most captivating matches of 2025 right from the start.
After this match, PSG will have to concentrate on Ligue 1 and the UEFA Champions League, where they have crucial matches starting in 2025.