PSG Get Bad News to Two Key Players Before Newcastle United Game

PSG secured a trophy this week to cap off an excellent 2025 after defeating Brazilian side Flamengo in the 2025 FIFA Intercontinental Cup in a penalty shootout.

Both sides were level 1-1 after 90 minutes, and the extra time ended in a penalty shootout to decide the winner. Moreover, it was Matvey Safonov who became the star of the match during this part of the game.

The Russian shot-stopper made four crucial saves during the penalty shootout, allowing PSG to secure the win over Mengão.

Nonetheless, the trophy came at a cost that could impact the Ligue 1 side’s January with two key UEFA Champions League matches and the Trophée des Champions to start January 2026.

The Parisians Hit With Injuries to Two Key Players

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On December 19, PSG announced that Safonov picked up a fractured left hand during the match against Flamengo and is expected to miss three to four weeks.

Kang-In Lee also went down in that game, sustaining a muscle injury in his left thigh that will keep the midfielder sidelined for several weeks.

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Meanwhile, Bradley Barcola is dealing with muscle fatigue and will continue receiving treatment.

PSG will face Olympique de Marseille on January 8, Sporting Lisbon on January 20, and Newcastle United on January 28. It will be interesting to see whether Lee and Safonov can return to the squad when these two Champions League games take place at the end of next month.