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PSG begins Ligue 1 season against Rennes ahead of Champions League

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 20, 2026, 3:47 AM

Last updated Aug 20, 2026

PSG begins Ligue 1 season against Rennes ahead of Champions League

Summary

Paris Saint-Germain kicks off their Ligue 1 campaign against Rennes on Sunday. The team aims to secure a sixth consecutive domestic title while also preparing for their Champions League opener on September 8. Coach Luis Enrique acknowledged the challenge ahead, emphasizing that the league is not straightforward despite their status as favorites. PSG retained key players and added new talent this summer, including Ferran Torres and Lucas Digne. Last season, they finished with a six-point lead over Lens, a notable competitor in the league.

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By the Numbers

•PSG starts Ligue 1 against Rennes on Sunday.
•They are favorites for a sixth consecutive title.
•Champions League begins for PSG on September 8.
•Luis Enrique emphasizes the difficulty of the league.
•PSG retained important players and strengthened their squad.

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3:47 AMYahoo Sports — PSG start Ligue 1 defence with eye on Champions League hat-trick

What they're saying

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Paris Saint-Germain kick off their Ligue 1 campaign as overwhelming favourites to win a sixth successive title, but will have one eye firmly on their bid for a third straight Champions League crown.They start their Ligue 1 campaign against Rennes on Sunday, hoping to make a quick start before the Champions League begins on September 8.
— Yahoo Sports

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