Everything you need to know about Trophée des Champions Visit Qatar

Doha, Qatar: The countdown begins before the much awaited Troph e des Champions Visit Qatar kicks off next week with a thrilling match between AS Mona...

Doha, Qatar: The countdown begins before the much-awaited Trophée des Champions Visit Qatar kicks-off next week with a thrilling match between AS Monaco and Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) at the 974 Stadium. 

Ahead of the event, here are some notable facts about Trophée des Champions, its host stadium, match experience in Qatar, and more. 

What is the Trophée des Champions?  The Trophée des Champions, or French Super Cup, is an annual football showdown featuring the Ligue 1 McDonald’s champion and the Coupe de France winner. If one club secures both titles, the Ligue 1 McDonald’s runner-up steps in to compete. This eagerly awaited match usually marks the start of the French football season, celebrating the fin­est talent and competition the league has to offer. 

Trophée des Champions Visit Qatar is organised by the Local Organizing Committee for Football Events and supported as a title sponsor by Visit Qatar, the main marketing and promotional arm of Qatar Tourism. 

Who will play in the current edition?  The current Trophée des Champions match will feature Paris Saint-Germain (PSG), the Ligue 1 McDonald’s champions, against AS Monaco, who qualified as Ligue 1 McDonald’s runners-up since PSG also won the Coupe de France. Both teams bring incredible talent and international fan followings, promising an electrifying encounter.