PSG vs Montpellier: Time, Referee… Here’s Everything You Need to Know

This Friday, Paris Saint-Germain will host Montpellier at the Parc des Princes. Parisians currently sit in second place in the Ligue 1 standings, just one point behind Nice.

The Stakes: In case of a victory, Luis Enrique’s men would temporarily take the lead in the championship. Therefore, a win holds crucial importance in boosting the team’s confidence before their upcoming trip to San Siro the following Tuesday, where they will face AC Milan on Matchday Four of the Champions League.

On Montpellier’s side, a prestigious victory at the Parc des Princes would allow Michel Der Zakarian’s players to move up in the Ligue 1 Top 10. It’s worth noting that Montpellier’s last victory at the Parc des Princes dates back to January 22, 2014 (0-1), in the Coupe de France.

The Referee: This match between PSG and Montpellier will be officiated by Ruddy Buquet, an experienced 46-year-old referee with over 100 matches under his belt in Ligue 1. He will be assisted by Guillaume Debart and Julien Pacelli, with Benjamin Lepaysant serving as the fourth official. Jérémie Pignard and William Lavis will handle video assistant referee (VAR) duties.

It’s worth noting that this match could see a significant number of yellow cards, suggesting the referee may adopt a strict approach regarding fouls and player warnings. Therefore, Ruddy Buquet’s officiating will be a key element to watch during this encounter between PSG and Montpellier.

Where to Watch? PSG-Montpellier will be broadcast in France on Friday night at 9:00 PM on Amazon Prime Video.