Overview
- Paris Saint-Germain finished the Champions League league phase in 11th place on 14 points, sending the holders into February's play-off round.
- A 1-1 draw with Newcastle sealed the position, with Vitinha scoring before Joe Willock equalised in first-half stoppage time.
- Luis Enrique said PSG are "ready for the play-offs" after what he termed a "catastrophic" run of elite opponents, adding he sees no bigger favorite than his team.
- The play-off draw is due on Friday, with PSG set to be paired against Monaco or Qarabag over two legs for a place in the last 16.
- This campaign has featured dominant possession but recurring defensive mistakes and wasteful finishing, with autumn injuries to key players contributing to uneven results.