PSG vs. Aston Villa: European Super Cup Clash in Austria
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Quick Answer
Paris Saint-Germain will take on Aston Villa in the 2026 European Super Cup final on Wednesday, August 12, at the Red Bull Arena in Salzburg, Austria. In the United States, the match airs on Paramount+ (CBS) at 3:00 PM Eastern Time (12:00 PM Pacific Time).
Two Champions Clash in Austria
The Austrian city of Salzburg will host the 51st edition of the European Super Cup, as French champions Paris Saint-Germain—winners of the UEFA Champions League—face English champions Aston Villa—winners of the UEFA Europa League. This marks the first time the European Super Cup will be held in Austria at Red Bull Arena, which has a capacity of approximately 31,895 spectators.
Match Times in the United States and Broadcast Information
For fans watching from the United States, the match kicks off on Wednesday, August 12, 2026, at the following times:
- Eastern Time (ET): 3:00 PM
- Central Time (CT): 2:00 PM
- Mountain Time (MT): 1:00 PM
- Pacific Time (PT): 12:00 PM
CBS holds the broadcast rights in the United States, with live coverage available on Paramount+. The streaming platform also offers replays of the full match for subscribers after the final whistle.
Team Preparations and Transfer Updates
Paris Saint-Germain enters the match following a 1-1 draw with Manchester United in Gothenburg, Sweden, as part of their pre-season preparation. After that friendly, PSG manager Luis Enrique expressed satisfaction with how his team performed heading into the Super Cup final. On the transfer front, Paris is looking to accelerate negotiations to sign Ferran Torres and Mika Godts to strengthen their squad before official competitions begin.
Aston Villa is going through intensive preparations of their own. The club's sporting director Damiano Vidalagi confirmed ongoing negotiations with Bayern Munich over a potential deal for midfielder JoĂŁo Palhinha to bolster the English side's midfield before their domestic campaign kicks off.
Expected Lineups and Injury News
As of now, official authorities and American media outlets have not yet released final squad lists or confirmed injury reports for either team. Team sheet leaks circulating on unofficial websites remain unconfirmed until UEFA makes its official announcement approximately one hour before kickoff.
Written by shindy, American news researcher and enthusiast since 2011
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: When is the 2026 European Super Cup match scheduled?
A: The match takes place on Wednesday, August 12, 2026.
Q: Which channel broadcasts the match in the United States?
A: CBS holds the broadcast rights with coverage available on Paramount+ in the U.S.
Q: What time does the match start in America?
A: Kickoff is at 3:00 PM Eastern Time (ET) and 12:00 PM Pacific Time (PT).
Q: Where is the 2026 European Super Cup being held?
A: The match is held at Red Bull Arena in Salzburg, Austria.
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