Paris Saint-Germain, the reigning holders, face arch-rivals Olympique de Marseille this Thursday in Kuwait in the Trophée des champions. After a trophy-laden 2025, PSG are eager to kick off 2026 in the same dominant fashion. Marseille, for their part, are chasing their first piece of silverware since 2012.
Elsewhere in the sports news, Premier League Matchday 21 takes center stage, highlighted by Thursday’s blockbuster clash between leaders Arsenal and defending champions Liverpool. A win for the Gunners could see them open up a commanding lead at the top after slip-ups from their closest challengers on Wednesday, with both Manchester City and Aston Villa held to draws.
In Spain, Barcelona lived up to their favorites’ tag, cruising past Athletic Bilbao 5–0 in the Spanish Super Cup semifinals on Wednesday. The title holders will meet either Real Madrid or Atlético Madrid in the final, with the Madrid derby set for Thursday.
In Italy, Inter just keep rolling, extending their winning streak to six games as Serie A leaders.
And finally, in cycling, Simon Yates has announced his retirement after a career highlighted by victories in two Grand Tours.
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