PSG-OM, the controversy bursts

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By: Nicolas Gerbault

OM-PSG postponed, "shameful" decision denounced

OM and PSG will compete at least three times this season. The first act concluded last Sunday with a victory of the Marseillais at the Vélodrome (1-0)-with potential revenge for the Parisians scheduled for the Parc des Princes on February 8. Until then, the two flagship clubs of the championship will have clashed once again. As part of the Champions Trophy.

This week, the Professional Football League communicated on the subject: ” The 31e Edition of the Champions Trophy will take place on Thursday, January 8, 2026 in Kuwait. Organized with the Kuwait football federation, this meeting which will oppose Paris Saint-Germain, French Ligue 1 McDonald's champion and winner of the French Cup, at Olympique de Marseille, vice-champion of Ligue 1 McDonald's, will take place in the Jaber Al-Ahmad International Stadium of Kuwait City. The two major rivals will meet for a new classic for the third time on the occasion of the Champions Trophy after the 2010 edition and that of 2020. »»

It is therefore on January 8, far from their respective supporters, that the two teams will have to do battle. A date of withdrawn long undecided since the participation of PSG in the Club World Cup this summer had not allowed this Champions 2025 champions trophy to stand in the curtain of the new season as usual. However, this date is clearly not ideal.

OM which is very reduced against PSG?

On January 8, indeed, the African Cup of Nations will be in full swing. With elements concerned on both sides. On the Marseille side especially … PSG will have to compose at that time without its Moroccan defender Achraf Hakimi. When OM is deprived of five players a priori: Moroccans Nayef Aguerd and Bilal Nadir; Algerian Amine Gouiri; The Gabonese Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang; The Ivorian Hamed Junior Traoré.

Inevitably, this observation has not escaped the Marseille supporters, who on social networks are already developing the situation. The calendar loaded for the two clubs concerned did not allow it is true that few alternatives. But this January 8, for the Olympians anyway, is certainly not optimal.

Nicolas Gerbault

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Nicolas Gerbault

Nicolas Gerbault is a passionate and knowledgeable football enthusiast with a special focus on French football. Born and raised in France, Nicolas discovered his love for the beautiful game at a young age and developed a deep understanding of the ins and outs of "Le Championnat." His French roots and extensive experience in football journalism have made him an invaluable asset to the French Football Weekly team. As an author for the website, his expertise includes not only in-depth analysis of Ligue 1 and Ligue 2 matches but also insightful profiles of up-and-coming talents, detailed transfer news, and engaging coverage of the French national team. His captivating writing style and undeniable passion for the game have earned him a loyal following among our readers. When he's not crafting engaging articles for French Football Weekly, Nicolas enjoys attending live matches whenever he can, exploring football culture in various French cities, and engaging in spirited debates with fellow fans.