The UEFA Super Cup is seen by many as the first taste—and test—of the new footballing season across the continent.
This year’s edition sees the powerful Parisians take on Europa League winners Tottenham Hotspur, now under new management.
Thomas Frank will take charge of his first competitive game for Tottenham after serving Brentford for seven years. Despite leading Spurs to their first trophy in 17 years, that success wasn’t enough for Ange Postecoglou to keep his job—the club’s 17th-place league finish was deemed unacceptable.
Tottenham will be hoping for a stronger league campaign when they kick off against newly promoted Burnley this weekend. Frank will also be hoping his squad avoids the kind of injury crisis that hampered Postecoglou last season. However, the club’s misfortune on that front already seems to be continuing.
Luis Enrique will be chasing his second UEFA Super Cup after winning the competition with Barcelona in 2015. Victory here would mark his eighth trophy in just two years at PSG. The Spaniard has done an outstanding job in France and already has his sights set on the 17th trophy of his managerial career.
In stark contrast to Tottenham’s domestic struggles, PSG dominated their league last season—winning by 19 points and suffering only two defeats. The Champions League holders were a complete powerhouse, with nine of their starting eleven nominated for the Ballon d’Or, and Ousmane Dembélé widely tipped as the frontrunner for the award.
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Team news
PSG arrive with high confidence but not without issues. Champions League hero João Neves is suspended and unavailable. Goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma has also been omitted from the squad amid ongoing contract uncertainty.
Between the posts, PSG have two new options eligible for the match: €40m signing Lucas Chevalier from Lille, and free-transfer arrival Renato Marin, previously at Roma.
Spurs have undergone significant changes over the summer. New boss Thomas Frank is settling in quickly, but the squad is already feeling the impact of absences. Dejan Kulusevski and Yves Bissouma have not travelled—Kulusevski is still recovering from injury, while Bissouma is serving a disciplinary punishment.
Radu Drăgușin remains sidelined with an ACL injury, while James Maddison has undergone ACL reconstruction surgery and faces a lengthy recovery. New signings Mohammed Kudus (from West Ham) and João Palhinha (on loan from Bayern Munich) could both feature, adding fresh intrigue to Frank’s game plan.
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Likely Lineups
Formation (4-3-3)
Chevalier; Hakimi, Marquinhos, Pacho Nuno Mendes; Zaïre-Emery, Vitinha, Ruiz; Doue, Dembele, Kvaratskhelia
Formation (4-2-3-1)
Vicario; Porro, Romero, Van de Ven, Spence; Pahlinha, Bentacur, Sarr; Johnson, Richarlison, Kudus
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Key Players
PSG - Ousmane Dembélé
The Champions League Player of the Season and Ballon d’Or favourite, Dembélé is a prime example of a world-class talent revitalising his career after injury setbacks. Once hailed as one of Europe’s brightest young stars at Borussia Dortmund, his move to Barcelona in 2017 was marred by repeated injuries and inconsistent form.
Since joining PSG in 2023, Dembélé has enjoyed a fresh start—combining his trademark dribbling and unpredictable changes of direction with a sharper end product. Last season, he racked up 33 goals and 12 assists across all competitions, regularly breaking games open with moments of brilliance.
In Luis Enrique’s fluid attacking system, Dembélé’s ability to operate on either flank, draw multiple defenders, and create space for teammates has been pivotal to PSG’s dominance. Fit, confident, and in his prime, he enters the Super Cup final as one of the most dangerous players on the pitch—capable of deciding it with a single dazzling run.
Tottenham - Brennan Johnson
When Tottenham lifted the Europa League trophy after beating Manchester United 1–0 in last season’s final, one player’s tireless running and direct threat stood out throughout the campaign.
The 24-year-old Brennan Johnson, whose speed and work rate on the right flank became a defining feature of Spurs’ European run, has quietly evolved into one of the Premier League’s most clinical finishers.
Johnson is an example of a talent who thrived after stepping up from the Championship.
A breakout star at Nottingham Forest, he was pivotal in their 2021/22 promotion season and followed it up with double-digit goal contributions in the top flight, catching the eye of Tottenham’s recruitment team.
Since arriving in North London in 2023, Johnson has adapted his game combining his pace with smarter movement and improved finishing.
Despite receiving heavy criticism at the start of the year Johnson ended the season with 16 goals and 4 assists in all competitions.
Still only 24 and already an established Wales international, Johnson enters the Super Cup final as one of Spurs’ key weapons—capable of finding the back of the net at any given moment.
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Match Details
Where is the game being played?
The final takes place at Stadio Friuli in Udine, a compact yet atmospheric venue with rich history, having previously hosted U-21 Euros matches
What time is kick-off?
Kick-off is set for 20:00 BST on Wednesday, 13 August 2025.
How can I watch it?
Fans in the UK can catch live coverage on TNT Sports 1, with streams also available via Discovery+ Sports MoleEurosport. Internationally, coverage varies by region.
Highlights will also be available after the game.
