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PSG make major Marquinhos decision as they risk more rotation against Strasbourg

PSG have decided to leave out their captain for a rest as they travel to face Strasbourg in Ligue 1. If you enjoy PSG Talk coverage and want to see more of it, add us as a preferred source on…

By Will Faulks · PSG Talk

Published: Saturday, 17 October 2026 at 10:57 AM

Key Things to Know

PSG manager Luis Enrique has decided to rest captain Marquinhos for the Ligue 1 match against Strasbourg.
The decision is part of PSG's ongoing squad rotation strategy to keep key players fresh.
Defender Will Pacho will play, with Ilya Zabarnyi or Lucas Hernandez expected to partner him in central defense.

The Story in 60 Seconds

Paris Saint-Germain manager Luis Enrique has decided to rest team captain Marquinhos for the Ligue 1 trip to face Strasbourg. The defender was omitted from the traveling squad as part of an ongoing rotation strategy to maintain squad fitness throughout the season. PSG previously utilized this approach with Ousmane Dembele and Nuno Mendes.

With the 32-year-old Brazilian sidelined, Will Pacho is set to start in central defense. Ilya Zabarnyi is expected to partner him, though Lucas Hernandez remains another central defensive option. The match presents an opportunity for Zabarnyi to prove himself following a shaky debut season, while PSG plan for the future.

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