Monaco host Paris Saint Germain at Stade Louis II on 17 February 2026, with kickoff at 20:00 UTC in the UEFA Champions League Round of 32. Monaco arrive 21st in the overall standings on 10 points, while PSG sit 11th with 14 points and a +10 goal difference.
Monaco Availability
The home side faces a massive availability crisis across all departments. In goal, Lukáš Hrádecký is sidelined with a knee injury. The defense is decimated with Eric Dier, C. Mawissa, K. Ouattara, and Mohammed Salisu all ruled out.
The midfield is equally affected: Pape Cabral is inactive due to a muscle injury, while Paul Pogba misses out with a calf problem. In attack, Monaco will be without Takumi Minamino (injury) and P. Brunner (Will not play). The only potential boost could come from Ansu Fati, who is currently listed as questionable with a muscle injury. Note: Previous reports mentioning Akliouche and L. Camara were unconfirmed, as they do not appear on the official injury list.
Paris Saint Germain Availability
PSG travel in significantly better shape, though they are not without absences. In addition to Quentin Ndjantou (muscle injury) and Fabián Ruiz (knee injury), the visitors will also be missing S. Mayulu, who is sidelined with a calf injury.
Crucially, PSG’s core attacking duo remains fit: Vitinha leads the team in this Champions League campaign with 5 goals and 1 assist, while Khvicha Kvaratskhelia has contributed 3 goals and 3 assists. Their availability ensures PSG maintains its tactical identity despite the minor gaps in the squad.
Impact Summary
Monaco’s extensive absentee list—totaling nine confirmed players out—leaves them with very few options for rotation, especially in defense. In contrast, PSG’s three absences are manageable. With Vitinha and Kvaratskhelia ready to lead the line, the visitors hold a significant depth advantage, while Monaco will have to rely on a heavily rotated starting XI and hope for a late clearance for Ansu Fati.
