Wed Apr 09 18:40:00 UTC 2025: ## PSG Names Surprise Starter for Champions League Clash Against Aston Villa
**Paris, France** – PSG manager Luis Enrique sprung few surprises in his starting XI for tonight’s crucial Champions League quarter-final first leg against Aston Villa at the Parc des Princes. With Marquinhos suspended, young Brazilian defender Lucas Beraldo will partner Willian Pacho in central defense. Beraldo, who has started three of PSG’s last four matches since Milan Skriniar’s departure, was preferred to the recovering Lucas Hernandez.
Midfield will see the trio of Joao Neves, Vitinha, and Fabian Ruiz. In attack, Désiré Doué will start on the right wing, and Georgian Khvicha Kvaratskhelia on the left. The notable omission is Bradley Barcola, a regular Champions League starter this season, who will begin the match on the bench. Ousmane Dembélé will retain his familiar central attacking role. The youthful and energetic lineup promises an exciting match for the home crowd.
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