PSG Youth League and Academy: Latest News and Analysis

The Final Four of the UEFA Youth League kicks off in Lausanne on Friday, April 17, 2026, with Real Madrid’s Juvenil A set to face Paris Saint-Germain in the semifinals at the Stade de la Tuilière. Kickoff is scheduled for 6:45 p.m. CEST, and the match will be broadcast live on Realmadrid TV. Real Madrid’s academy team arrives at the semifinal after a strong run through the knockout stages. They eliminated Olympique de Marseille 5-2 in the round of 16, defeated Chelsea 1-0 in the same round, and edged past Sporting CP 2-1 in the quarterfinals. The squad, led by Álvaro López, enters the match having already secured the league title this season and aiming for a second trophy in Switzerland. PSG’s U19 side earned their place in the last four by overcoming Dinamo Minsk 4-0, HJK 6-1, and Villarreal 0-1 in the knockout rounds. The French team finished the group stage in 13th place with three wins, two draws, and one loss. If Real Madrid advances, they will face the winner of the other semifinal between Club Brugge and Benfica in the final, which is set for Monday, April 20, 2026, at the same venue in Lausanne. Elijah Ly, PSG’s U19 striker, spoke ahead of the match, describing the team’s unity and preparation. He spoke to PSG TV about the squad’s journey from their victory over Villarreal to the upcoming clash with Real Madrid, emphasizing the camaraderie within the group as they prepare for the high-stakes encounter.