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PSG moves Ligue 1 opener to Roazhon Park over pitch issues

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 19, 2026, 7:03 PM

Last updated Aug 19, 2026

PSG moves Ligue 1 opener to Roazhon Park over pitch issues

Summary

Paris Saint-Germain's opening match of their Ligue 1 title defense has been relocated to Rennes' Roazhon Park due to the poor condition of the Parc des Princes pitch. The French league (LFP) cited player safety concerns stemming from increased pitch deterioration after recent heatwaves in the Paris region. PSG was originally scheduled to host Rennes on Sunday but will now wait until March 6 to face them at home. Meanwhile, PSG defender Nuno Mendes received a three-match suspension following a red card in a recent match.

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By the Numbers

•PSG's Ligue 1 opener against Rennes now at Roazhon Park.
•Pitch issues caused by summer heatwaves necessitated the move.
•Nuno Mendes suspended for three matches due to a recent red card.
•PSG has a home game scheduled against AS Monaco on September 4.

Latest Updates

7:03 PMYahoo Sports — PSG Ligue 1 opener moved over state of Parc des Princes pitch

What they're saying

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Paris Saint-Germain's opening match of their Ligue 1 title defence has been moved to scheduled visitors Rennes' Roazhon Park ground due to the poor condition of the European champions' pitch, the French league (LFP) said Wednesday.He will also miss PSG's Ligue 1 matches against Lille and Monaco.
— Yahoo Sports

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