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This is one of French football’s classic fixtures: PSG hosting Monaco on Saturday, November 29, 2025 — a game that usually carries heavy league-table implications and heated atmospherics. PSG, defending champions and perennial title favorites, come into the weekend sitting near the top of the table and determined to assert domestic dominance.
Recent form & context
PSG have shown consistent firepower in Ligue 1 and are using domestic fixtures to keep momentum as they juggle multiple competitions. Monaco’s form can be patchy — capable of superb attacking displays but also vulnerable defensively at times. This matchup is rarely dull because both squads boast technical excellence and attacking threats. Flashscore previews this weekend as a big test for Monaco against a PSG side determined to keep or reclaim the summit.
Tactical subplot
PSG’s control vs Monaco’s fluidity: PSG will look to dominate possession, use their wide players and operate through creative midfielders, while Monaco often tries to destabilize opponents with quick interchanges and direct runs behind defensive lines.
Key players to watch
For PSG: expect the usual big names to be focal points — creative midfielders and attacking stars who can unlock tight defences.
For Monaco: their forward runs and attacking midfield link-up play will be the key threat; if they find space in transition, PSG must be wary.
Prediction & atmosphere
Parc des Princes will be lively; PSG on paper are favorites given squad depth and home advantage. However, Monaco have the quality to punish mistakes. Expect a competitive tie — a narrow PSG win or draw is the likeliest scenario. This preview uses live-match coverage and previews published in the past 48 hours.