Manchester United take on Paris Saint-Germain in a pre-season friendly at Ullevi Stadium in Gothenburg, Sweden, with kick-off scheduled for 4pm BST on Saturday, August 8, 2026.
This is United's second high-profile friendly after beating Atletico Madrid, while PSG are playing their second and final pre-season match before facing Aston Villa in the UEFA Super Cup next week.
Team News
United remain without Kobbie Mainoo, Lisandro Martinez, and Marcus Rashford, who are still on leave following the 2026 World Cup. Striker Benjamin Sesko is a major doubt as he continues recovery from a shin injury.
Michael Carrick has better news with Senne Lammens, Youri Tielemans, Bruno Fernandes, Diogo Dalot, Matheus Cunha, and Noussair Mazraoui all back in contention. Summer signing Youri Tielemans should make his debut.
Bryan Mbeumo is expected to continue up front after scoring twice against Atletico, while 15-year-old JJ Gabriel could feature again after making his senior debut.
PSG come into the match after a 3-0 defeat by Mallorca. Marquinhos, Nuno Mendes, Joao Neves, and Vitinha have resumed training and could feature, but Achraf Hakimi remains a doubt. Bradley Barcola, Desire Doue, and Ousmane Dembele are nearing returns after the World Cup.
Prediction and Odds
United should fancy their chances of an eye-catching victory, with PSG likely missing several key players. Prediction: Man Utd win 2-1.
Odds: Man Utd to win 4/5, PSG to win 5/2, Draw 17/5 (subject to change).
Head-to-Head
Man Utd wins: 2, PSG wins: 3, Draws: 0.
In the UK, the match will be televised live on MUTV, which requires a membership costing £29.99 per year or £7.99 per month.
