Aston Villa Predicted Lineup and Updates Ahead of PSG Clash
Aston Villa take on PSG at the Red Bull Arena in Salzburg this Wednesday in the UEFA Super Cup. The Villans are aiming to add more European silverware following their Europa League triumph in Istanbul last May.
Under Unai Emery, who led the team to a 3-0 win over Freiburg in the Europa League final, Villa look to complete a rare double. This would solidify their place among Europe's top clubs.
Emery has never won the Super Cup, having lost all three times before, including a 5-4 defeat to Luis Enrique's Barcelona while managing Sevilla. This upcoming match reunites him with the same opponent, manager, and trophy.
Team News for Aston Villa
Three players are definitely out: Amadou Onana is sidelined long-term with an ACL injury sustained during the World Cup. Club-record signing Johan Manzambi is ruled out due to a knee injury, and Leon Bailey remains unavailable with a muscular problem.
Several others face doubts after recent World Cup campaigns. Goalkeeper Emiliano Martínez, defender Ezri Konsa, and forward Ollie Watkins have just returned from intense international duty with Argentina and England. John McGinn is also being monitored for a knee issue.
Alejandro Garnacho suffered a facial injury during pre-season against BG Pathum United; his participation is uncertain. On a positive note, Boubacar Kamara started and completed 90 minutes versus Bayern Munich in pre-season, indicating match readiness.
Predicted Starting Lineup
- Goalkeeper: Marcel Bizot (likely starting in place of Martínez)
- Defenders: Matty Cash (right back), Victor Lindelof and Pau Torres (centre backs), Ian Maatsen (left back)
- Midfielders: Jacob Ramsey Hemmings, Boubacar Kamara, Joao Gomes (summer signing from Wolves), Emiliano Buendía
- Forwards: Alejandro Garnacho (if fit), Ollie Watkins
This lineup leans on Villa's experienced core to maintain defensive solidity against a PSG attack known for scoring freely in Europe.
Match Details
- Date and Time: Wednesday, 12 August 2026, 20:00 BST
- Venue: Red Bull Arena, Salzburg
- Broadcast: Live on TNT Sports in the UK
- Note: If the match ends in a draw after 90 minutes, it will go straight to penalties with no extra time.
