Paris Saint-Germain Goalkeeper's Injury Opens Door for Teammate

04 January 2026at14:20

Paris Saint-Germain goalkeeper Matvey Safonov has sustained a broken hand during his team's match against Flamengo, an injury that will sideline him for five to six weeks, until early February.

This injury paves the way for his teammate Lucas Chevalier, who had been benched in favor of Safonov in late 2025 matches, including fixtures against Rennes, Athletic, Metz, and the Intercontinental Cup final.

Chevalier is now expected to start in upcoming matches, which include tonight's clash against Paris FC, the Champions Cup match against Olympique Marseille, Lille in Ligue 1, and two UEFA Champions League fixtures against Sporting and Newcastle.

According to L'Equipe, Chevalier was dissatisfied with being benched in late 2025 and feels that the criticism directed at him has been overly harsh, despite his position not being questioned by the Paris Saint-Germain staff. These upcoming matches present him with a crucial opportunity to prove himself.

Q&A

How long is Matvey Safonov expected to be out for Paris Saint-Germain?

Matvey Safonov is sidelined for five to six weeks, until early February, after sustaining a broken hand during PSG's match against Flamengo, creating a significant shift in the team's goalkeeping situation.

What does Matvey Safonov's injury imply for Lucas Chevalier's role at Paris Saint-Germain?

Safonov's injury paves the way for Lucas Chevalier to reclaim the starting goalkeeper position, offering him a crucial opportunity to prove himself in upcoming matches, including key Champions League fixtures.