PSG vs Newcastle: Predicted lineup for Champions League battle

The European Champions will take on Premier League side Newcastle United in their last League Phase game. This game will be crucial for the Parisians to secure a spot in the top 8 and a direct knockout stage qualification. Luis Enrique is currently sitting at the sixth spot of the table and need to avoid a negative result.

Last week they fell to a frustrating 2-1 away loss at the hands of Sporting Lisbon before bouncing back with a narrow 1-0 win against relegation-threatened Auxerre. Additionally, Luis Enrique will see many players return from injury.

Here is Les Parisiens' predicted starting XI against Newcastle.

PSG Predicted Lineup vs. Newcastle (4-3-3)

GK: Lucas Chevalier - The France international goalkeeper will hope to put in a great performance against the Premier League side as Paris need a win to secure a top 8 finish while regaining the trust of his fans.

RB: Achraf Hakimi - The Moroccan is set to make his return to competition after the AFCON final, hoping to be back to his best after its dramatic ending.

CB: Marquinhos - The Brazilian will get back into the starting lineup for this crucial game against Newcastle and partner Pacho.

CB: Willian Pacho - The Ecuadorian is a key element of this squad and will be important against Newcastle as the European Champions need to secure their qualification for the knockout stage.

LB: Nuno Mendes - The Portuguese should make his return to the starting lineup for this Champions League clash after being rested against Auxerre.

CDM: Vitinha - The Portuguese maestro will start against Newcastle while Luis Enrique and his team play to clinch a top 8 spot. He will have a difficult task ahead of him but is key for his side.

CM: Fabian Ruiz - After missing a couple of games, the Spaniard is set to make his return to the starting lineup. The European Champions will need him to secure a crucial win.

CM: Warren Zaire-Emery - With Achraf Hakimi set to return and Joao Neves just getting back from an injury, the PSG Academy graduate will likely make his way into the midfield for this game as he needs to continue on his great run of form.

RW: Désiré Doué - The Frenchman is set to start this Champions League game. However, Bradley Barcola who just scored the decisive goal against Auxerre could be given the nod by Luis Enrique.

LW: Khvicha Kvaratskhelia - The Georgian was very good against Sporting CP last week despite the loss and will start against Newcastle.

ST: Ousmane Dembélé - The 2025 Ballon d'Or is having a great run of form as of late and will be a key player for this clash. His entrance against Auxerre changed the game for a team lacking creativity and the same will be expected of him tomorrow.