Overview

• The Champions League quarterfinal first leg between PSG and Aston Villa is set for April 9, 2025, at Parc des Princes, with kickoff at 9 PM local time.
• A violent altercation between French and English hooligans erupted outside a Paris bar on April 8, raising security alarms ahead of the match.
• Approximately 2,000 Aston Villa fans are expected to attend the game, with another 1,000 watching from local bars in Paris.
• Prince William, a known Aston Villa supporter, is among the notable figures invited by PSG president Nasser Al-Khelaïfi, alongside football icons like Didier Deschamps and former PSG stars.
• The national division against hooliganism has rated the match as a moderate security risk (3 out of 5), emphasizing the potential for further incidents.