PSG vs Reims: Coupe de France 2025 Semi-Final Preview, Team News & Prediction
Paris, France – May 25, 2025 — Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) prepares to host Stade de Reims in the Coupe de France semi-final, a critical fixture in their pursuit of a domestic treble. After clinching the Ligue 1 title and securing a Champions League final berth, PSG enters this clash as the overwhelming favorite — but Reims are determined to defy the odds and make history.
Importance of the Match
This encounter is more than a semi-final. For PSG, it’s a strategic opportunity to maintain momentum and secure a spot in the final — a step closer to winning all three domestic and European titles. For Reims, it’s a shot at glory, the chance to eliminate a European powerhouse and reach the Coupe de France final for the first time in decades.
Match Information
- Fixture: Paris Saint-Germain vs Stade de Reims
- Date: Monday, May 27, 2025
- Time: 9:00 PM CET
- Venue: Parc des Princes, Paris
- Broadcast: BeIN Sports, Eurosport, S4C (UK), Fubo (US)
PSG Team News
Manager: Luis Enrique
PSG will rotate minimally, considering their Champions League final in early June. However, talisman Kylian Mbappé is expected to lead the attack, with support from Ousmane Dembélé and Gonçalo Ramos.
Injuries/Suspensions:
- Achraf Hakimi – suspended
- Presnel Kimpembe – long-term injury
- Marco Asensio – muscle concern, late fitness test
Likely Starters:
- Donnarumma; Mukiele, Marquinhos, Skriniar, Mendes; Ugarte, Vitinha, Zaire-Emery; Dembélé, Ramos, Mbappé
Reims Team News
Manager: Will Still
Reims enter as underdogs, but they’ve caused upsets in the past. The team will likely deploy a counter-attacking approach, capitalizing on PSG’s high defensive line.
Injuries/Suspensions:
- Joseph Okumu – suspended
- Thibault De Smet – out with an ankle injury
Key Players:
- Junya Ito
- Teddy Teuma
- Amir Richardson
Expected XI:
- Diouf; Foket, Agbadou, Abdelhamid, Konan; Matusiwa, Richardson; Ito, Teuma, Nakamura; Munetsi
Tactical Breakdown
- PSG will dominate possession, relying on quick vertical transitions and wide overloads from Dembélé and Mendes.
- Reims will likely use a low-block formation with swift counters, targeting the space behind PSG’s wingbacks.
- The midfield battle between Vitinha and Richardson could dictate the rhythm of the match.
Recent Form
PSG (Last 5 Matches):
✅ PSG 3–1 Toulouse
➖ Nice 0–0 PSG
✅ PSG 2–1 Lyon
✅ PSG 4–0 Nantes
✅ PSG 1–0 Rennes
Reims (Last 5 Matches):
➖ Reims 1–1 Lens
❌ Lille 2–0 Reims
✅ Reims 3–2 Strasbourg
➖ Montpellier 1–1 Reims
❌ Reims 0–1 Marseille
Manager Comments
Luis Enrique (PSG):
“The treble dream is alive, but we’re taking it one game at a time. Reims will not make it easy.”
Will Still (Reims):
“We have nothing to lose. We’re here to fight for our chance and play our best football.”
Prediction
PSG’s experience, depth, and home advantage make them favorites. While Reims are well-drilled, especially in defense, the attacking quality of Mbappé and Dembélé may be too much to handle.
Predicted Score: PSG 2–0 Reims
Goal Scorers: Mbappé (34′), Ramos (77′)
