A major sub-plot of this fixture is the significant talent movement from Lisbon to Paris. PSG has frequently looked to Benfica to bolster its squad with high-profile signings:
Watch the highlights from the tactical 1-1 battle between these two sides in the Champions League: HIGHLIGHTS | PSG 1-1 BENFICA I MBAPPE ⚽️ PSG - Paris Saint-Germain YouTube• Oct 14, 2022 PSG - Benfica
: Was recently active in the Champions League Knockout Play-offs, where they faced Real Madrid in February 2026. A major sub-plot of this fixture is the
: The 19-year-old Portuguese international joined PSG from Benfica in August 2024 for a reported €70 million . : Currently in the UEFA Champions League Semi-Finals,
: Currently in the UEFA Champions League Semi-Finals, facing Bayern Munich in May 2026.
: In their most recent men's group stage meetings (2022/23), both legs ended in 1-1 draws.
: The striker moved to Paris in 2023 on an initial loan with an obligation to buy for €65 million plus add-ons . Recent Form & Outlook (as of April 2026) As the 2025/26 season reaches its climax: