Paris Saint-Germain will be aiming to pile more misery on struggling Liverpool when both sides clash in the first leg of their UEFA Champions League encounter at the Parc des Princes today. The Reds head into the crucial tie on the back of a humiliating 4-0 defeat to Manchester City in the FA Cup, a result that ended their hopes of domestic cup success and further exposed their recent inconsistency.

Arne Slot’s men have now suffered four defeats in their last seven matches across all competitions, raising concerns about their form at a critical stage of the season. Their struggles have been even more evident away from home, where they have lost four of their last five matches. Liverpool’s European campaign is also hanging in the balance following a 1-0 defeat in their previous Champions League outing against Galatasaray, leaving them under pressure to respond against a PSG side brimming with confidence.

The French champions, under Luis Enrique, have been in devastating form in recent weeks. They swept aside Chelsea 8-0 on aggregate in the round of 16 and have since extended their winning streak to four matches in all competitions. PSG’s attacking prowess has been particularly impressive at home, where they have consistently delivered highscoring performances.

They come into today’s clash on the back of a 3-1 victory over Toulouse, further underlining their readiness for the encounter. However, Liverpool’s ability to find the back of the net offers a glimmer of hope.

The Premier League side have scored in 16 of their last 18 matches, suggesting they could pose a threat despite their defensive vulnerabilities. All eyes will be on Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, who has been PSG’s standout performer in Europe this season. The winger has scored seven goals in the Champions League and has netted six times in his last six appearances for club and country, making him a key figure in the Parisians’ quest for a first-leg advantage.