PSG vs Marseille : Preview, prediction & how to watch

PSG are preparing for the second biggest league game of their season when they host fierce rivals Marseille in Le Classique. Luis Enrique's side will want to get one over their arch enemies, as the last time they met in the league, they had lost 1-0 at the Stade Vélodrome courtesy of a Marquinhos own goal.

Since then, Les Parisiens have faced De Zerbi's side in the Trophée des Champions. On that occasion, Luis Enrique's side had won on penalties (4-1) after drawing 2-2 in regulation time. Marseille can't afford anything other than a win if they want to keep any faint hopes of winning the league title alive, as they are currently nine points behind PSG. Overtaking this PSG side will be difficult, as they have won their last five league games.

Les Parisiens' domestic form is rarely an issue. What has been the problem this season is how they have fared in Europe. They have struggled against teams that are inferior to them, such as Athletic Bilbao, Newcastle United, and Sporting Lisbon.

Here is our PSG vs Marseille preview for the second Le Classique of the Ligue 1 season.

PSG vs Marseille: Preview, prediction & lineups:

When is the kick-off? Sunday, 8th February, 2026.

Where is it played? Parc des Princes.

What time is kick-off? 7:45 pm (UK) and 2:45 pm (USA).

Referee: Willy Delajod.

How to watch PSG vs Marseille on TV? Amazon Prime PPV and Ligue 1+.

PSG team news:

The French champions will not have their strongest team available for Le Classique on Sunday night as several players won't feature for different reasons. Achraf Hakimi is suspended after picking up a red card in last weekend's match, while Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, Fabian Ruiz (knee), and Quentin Ndjantou (hamstring) are doubts for tomorrow's game. These absentees will make a tough task even tougher for the European champions.

Paris Saint-Germain possible starting lineup:

Safonov; Zaire-Emery, Marquinhos, Pacho, Mendes; Mayulu, Vitinha, Neves; Doué, Dembélé, Barcola.

Marseille team news:

De Zerbi is much more fortunate than Luis Enrique, as the only doubt for the game on Sunday is Nayef Aguerd, who is dealing with a groin issue.

Marseille possible starting lineup:

Rulli; Weah, Balerdi, Medina, Emerson; Hojbjerg, Timber; Greenwood, Nwaneri, Paixao; Gouiri.

Prediction: PSG 2-1 Marseille

The French champions know they have to win against their fierce rivals tomorrow as Lens have overtaken them after winning 3-1 at home against Rennes. It is going to be difficult as Marseille are competing for Champions League football, and they beat them earlier this season at the Stade de Velodrome.