Paris Saint Germain vs Aston Villa – Prediction, Where to Watch, Kick-off Time and Lineups 12-08

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A winner to be decided and over 2.5 goals in total

Paris Saint Germain vs Aston Villa – Prediction, Where to Watch, Kick-off Time and Lineups 12-08
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Paris Saint Germain and Aston Villa will face each other in the final of the UEFA Super Cup 2026. The match kicks off on Wednesday 12 August at 20:00 (GMT).

This clash is a repeat of the UEFA Champions League 2024 quarter-final, where both sides secured a victory. Now, with silverware at stake in the UEFA Super Cup, our betting tips for Paris Saint Germain vs. Aston Villa indicate a fiercely contested affair. Both teams will be eager to claim this prestigious title.

Find out where to watch the match and what our expert predictions are, as well as the expected lineups for today’s encounter.

Tip

A winner to be decided and over 2.5 goals in total

Match Overview - Paris Saint Germain vs. Aston Villa

  • Paris Saint Germain enters the UEFA Super Cup final after winning the UEFA Champions League 2025. They seek another European trophy, despite a mixed pre-season run.
  • Aston Villa earned their place in this final by winning the UEFA Europa League last season. The English side is keen to claim the trophy.
  • This high-stakes, one-off final for the title promises a tight game. Their last two head-to-head encounters are evenly split, with one win for each side.

Head-to-Head Record

  • The two previous head-to-head meetings between these clubs produced a total of nine goals, averaging 4.5 per game.
  • Paris Saint Germain have won 12 of their last 21 matches, but their more recent form includes just four wins in the last ten.
  • Aston Villa have won 11 of their last 21 games and come into this final with seven victories in their previous ten.
  • All of Aston Villa’s last ten fixtures have been high-scoring affairs, with every single match seeing over 2.5 goals.
  • Paris Saint Germain have struggled to keep opponents out, managing just three clean sheets in their last ten encounters.

Paris Saint Germain's Form and News

Paris Saint Germain approaches this final with a recent run of mixed results. Their pre-season form proved underwhelming, highlighted by a 3-0 defeat against Mallorca and a 1-1 draw with Manchester United. This inconsistency also marked the close of their previous domestic and European campaigns.

However, their successful UEFA Champions League 2025 campaign demonstrated their true capabilities. The team secured crucial victories during the knockout stages, affirming their quality on the biggest European nights.

A significant advantage for the French side is the absence of reported injuries. This allows them to field a full-strength squad, eager to move past recent patchiness and lift the trophy.

Aston Villa's Form and News

Aston Villa enters this final on a high after their UEFA Europa League triumph last season. They also finished their Premier League 2025 championship strongly, securing impressive wins against Manchester City and Liverpool. This momentum from major silverware boosts their confidence for the encounter.

While pre-season included friendly defeats, their competitive form is crucial. The Villans’ UEFA Europa League 2025 victory proves their capability in high-pressure knockout matches. Their journey to this final underscores their quality.

A significant boost for the English side is the absence of any reported injuries. This allows Aston Villa to field a full-strength team, ensuring they pose a considerable threat and are determined to add another European trophy.

Paris Saint Germain vs. Aston Villa Prediction: Goals Expected in UEFA Super Cup Final

Paris Saint Germain comes into this final with a talented squad, yet they have shown defensive frailties, securing only three clean sheets in their last ten matches. With a trophy at stake, a decisive outcome is anticipated, making the "Double Chance – Full Time – 12" market a compelling option.

Aston Villa, conversely, displays impressive attacking form, consistently seeing over 2.5 goals in their last ten outings. Their consistent ability to score suggests an exciting start, and backing "Over 0.5 Goals – Half Time" could prove insightful.

Considering both teams’ offensive strengths and recent high-scoring encounters, our primary prediction is for a winner to emerge with over 2.5 goals in total. This aligns with expectations of an open, attacking UEFA Super Cup final.

Paris Saint Germain
PAR
Paris Saint Germain

Aston Villa
Aston Villa
AST
Best Odds
Double ChanceEither Paris Saint Germain or Aston Villa to win
Over/UnderOver 0.5 goals in the first half

The odds mentioned were collected during the writing of this prediction and may change. Always check with the bookmaker for the latest information.

Paris Saint Germain
PAR
Paris Saint Germain

Aston Villa
Aston Villa
AST
Best Odds
Double ChanceEither Paris Saint Germain or Aston Villa to win
Over/UnderOver 0.5 goals in the first half

Where to Watch Paris Saint Germain vs. Aston Villa

Here’s the broadcast information for those looking for where to watch Paris Saint Germain vs. Aston Villa:

  • TV: no broadcast scheduled
  • Streaming: PSG TV Premium, PSG Official App, Aston Villa TV

Paris Saint Germain vs. Aston Villa Predicted Lineups

With the UEFA Super Cup 2026 title on the line, both teams have the luxury of a fully-fit squad, providing plenty of tactical flexibility. This raises interesting questions about how each side will approach this crucial final. The probable Paris Saint Germain lineup will likely aim to assert control from the start, while the Aston Villa lineup might be structured to maintain a solid balance between defence and attack, hoping to exploit any opportunities that come their way.

Paris Saint Germain

Gianluigi Donnarumma; Achraf Hakimi, Marquinhos, Willian Pacho, Nuno Mendes; João Neves, Vitinha, Fabián Ruiz; Désiré Doué, Ousmane Dembélé, Khvicha Kvaratskhelia

Aston Villa

Emiliano Martínez; Matty Cash, Ezri Konsa, Pau Torres, Ian Maatsen; Boubacar Kamara, Youri Tielemans; Morgan Rogers, Marco Asensio, Jacob Ramsey; Ollie Watkins

Match Details

Here are the match details:

  • Match: Paris Saint Germain vs. Aston Villa
  • Competition: UEFA Super Cup 2026
  • Date: 12/08/2026
  • Kick-off: 20:00 (GMT)

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Tip

A winner to be decided and over 2.5 goals in total