Overview
- Paris Saint‑Germain’s request to delay their Ligue 1 game against Nantes was approved by the LFP Board with Nantes’ agreement, citing preparation for the Champions League last‑16 tie with Chelsea.
- PSG will now have an extended recovery window between the first leg in Paris on March 11 and the return in London the following week, whereas Chelsea are due to host Newcastle that weekend.
- LFP’s statement confirms the rescheduled PSG–Nantes fixture will be played during the week of April 20, with kickoff details to follow.
- The decision has drawn criticism from fans and observers, noting that other French clubs in Europe did not seek similar moves and that the Premier League typically does not rearrange fixtures in advance for continental ties.
- PSG coach Luis Enrique defended the change as beneficial for Paris and France, and the move follows precedents in recent seasons when Ligue 1 adjusted PSG’s schedule during deep European runs.