When and Where Is the Match Played?

Athletic Club host Paris Saint-Germain this Wednesday, December 10, at 3:00 PM ET, at the historic San Mamés in Bilbao. German referee Daniel Siebert will officiate.

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Athletic arrive in worrying form, sitting 28th in the table with just 4 points from a single win, one draw and three defeats. Their latest result, a 0–0 draw away to Slavia Prague, underlined the team’s ongoing difficulty in creating threat and sustaining attacking sequences. Ernesto Valverde’s squad needs urgency, discipline and a spark to stand a chance against the reigning European champions.

One of the potential sources of that spark is Nico Williams, who is beginning to regain rhythm after injury. His speed, dribbling and capacity to tilt matches on the wing will be crucial if Athletic hope to unsettle PSG. The team’s ceiling rises significantly when the academy product is involved at his highest level.

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PSG arrive in excellent form. The French giants sit 4th in the standings with 12 points, the product of four victories and just one defeat. Their most recent match was a wild 5–3 win over Tottenham, a reminder of the enormous attacking quality at Luis Enrique’s disposal.

With Ousmane Dembélé and Desiré Doué unavailable, much of the creative and finishing load will fall on Kvicha Kvaratskhelia, who has stepped up as the team’s offensive leader. His one-on-one ability, unpredictability and shooting power give PSG multiple ways to break down opponents, especially those defending deep as Athletic likely will.

Key Players

For Athletic Club, all eyes will be on Nico Williams, whose return from injury offers a lifeline to a team lacking dynamism in recent matches. If he finds space to accelerate or isolate defenders, he could turn a difficult night into a competitive one for the Basques.

At PSG, the standout figure is Kvicha Kvaratskhelia, who has become the main creative engine of the team during the absence of other stars. His influence in transitional attacks and his capacity to generate goals both individually and through combinations make him the biggest threat in San Mamés.

Final Verdict

PSG enter the match as clear favorites. The gap in squad depth and quality is enormous, and Athletic’s poor form amplifies the challenge. The Lions will need a courageous, near-perfect performance to avoid defeat, while PSG look poised to continue their strong run.