The Coupe de France quarter-final between Paris Saint-Germain and Stade de Reims will take place on Saturday, 24 May 2025, at the iconic Stade de France. Kick-off is set for 21:00 CEST in Italy, Germany, France and Spain, and 20:00 BST in the UK. Fans will be treated to a high-stakes showdown as both sides battle for a semi-final spot in this historic domestic cup.
PSG arrive as heavy favourites, boasting a star-studded lineup and a dominant cup record this season. Reims, on the other hand, will look to spring an upset after holding PSG to draws in recent encounters. Expect a tactical battle under the floodlights, with both teams aware of what’s at stake.
How are both teams coming into this?
Paris Saint-Germain have shown mixed Ligue 1 form of late, with three wins and two defeats in their last five outings. However, their Coupe de France campaign has been virtually flawless, combining a potent attack with a resilient defence. Under their manager’s high-pressing system, PSG have looked energised and capable of breaking down stubborn backlines.
Stade de Reims, managed by Samba Diawara, have endured a rollercoaster run—two wins, one draw and two losses in five matches. Their recent 0:2 home defeat to Saint-Étienne highlighted lingering issues in front of goal. Reims will rely on their compact defensive shape and quick counter-attacks to frustrate the Parisians, but finding the net regularly has proven a challenge.
Our forecast
We predict a confident victory for Paris Saint-Germain, who possess superior quality in every area of the pitch. Their attacking depth should earn them a lead by half-time, and their cup pedigree suggests they’ll close out the game without conceding.
Given Reims’ scoring struggles and PSG’s defensive solidity, backing “Both teams to score: No” also looks appealing. Casual bettors may opt for the straightforward home win, while those seeking extra value could consider a -1.5 handicap on PSG for a bigger payout.
