A major sub-plot of this fixture is the significant talent movement from Lisbon to Paris. PSG has frequently looked to Benfica to bolster its squad with high-profile signings:

Watch the highlights from the tactical 1-1 battle between these two sides in the Champions League: HIGHLIGHTS | PSG 1-1 BENFICA I MBAPPE ⚽️ PSG - Paris Saint-Germain YouTube• Oct 14, 2022

Historically, the two clubs have shared the spoils across multiple UEFA competitions :

: Was recently active in the Champions League Knockout Play-offs, where they faced Real Madrid in February 2026.

: Currently in the UEFA Champions League Semi-Finals, facing Bayern Munich in May 2026.

: Benfica holds a slight edge in high-stakes knockout rounds, having eliminated PSG twice in the UEFA Europa League Round of 16 (2006/07 and 2010/11). Transfer Pipeline

The matchup between and SL Benfica has evolved into a frequent and balanced European fixture, often characterized by tactical stalemates. Most recently, the Paris Saint-Germain women's team drew 1-1 with Benfica on December 17, 2025, in the UEFA Women's Champions League. Head-to-Head Record